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There is a modest but growing chance of turning catastrophe into opportunity in the Middle East, with American officials working hard to secure a long humanitarian pause in the fighting between Israel and Hamas. They aim for a permanent ceasefire and a regional peace deal involving Saudi Arabia's recognition of Israel, Palestinian reform, and US measures to sweeten the deal. The officials believe that they have even odds on securing the hostage deal in the coming weeks, with the best opportunity to secure regional peace before America's presidential election in November. However, there is also a danger of uncontrolled escalation present at all times.

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