Diplomatic efforts to secure a lasting truce in Gaza are facing diminishing prospects ahead of Israel’s upcoming elections. Mediators express concern that Prime Minister Netanyahu’s commitment to any agreement is waning as he intensifies his campaign, fearing a potential escalation of conflict to bolster his political standing. Sources suggest Netanyahu is increasingly less cooperative with the Trump administration’s peace plans. The United States, however, maintains that Israel will engage constructively if Hamas agrees to disarm. This impasse casts doubt on the possibility of a breakthrough before Israelis head to the polls this fall. The situation raises fears of renewed hostilities in the region, jeopardizing the fragile ceasefire currently in place.