{
  "id": 7238903,
  "title": "'Not a lot of fighting in Gaza': Trump praises Kushner, Witkoff",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/not-a-lot-of-fighting-in-gaza-trump-praises-kushner-witkoff",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-14T03:45:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Middle East Eye",
    "slug": "middle-east-eye",
    "url": "https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/not-lot-fighting-gaza-trump-praises-kushner-witkoff"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "US President Donald Trump has commended his envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff for their efforts in the Gaza ceasefire negotiations, praising their performance. When asked if he had reservations about their abilities, Trump responded that he did not see any issues, highlighting the successful return of hostages as proof of their success. He further noted the reduction in fighting in Gaza, attributing it to Hamas's willingness to relinquish their weapons. The fragile ceasefire, which began in October 2025, has seen over 1,369 Palestinians killed and more than 4,627 wounded. Trump also mentioned the launch of his Board of Peace in January 2026. When questioned about any concerns regarding Kushner and Witkoff's capabilities, Trump reiterated, \"No, they’re doing a great job. Look at Gaza.\"",
  "summary": "'Not a lot of fighting in Gaza': Trump praises Kushner, Witkoff US president Donald Trump has credited his envoys, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, with “doing a great” job in Gaza ceasefire negotiations. Asked whether he harboured concerns about the duo’s ability to close the deal, amid reports he is looking to elevate CIA chief John Ratcliffe in their place, Trump told reporters: “No, they are…",
  "key_points": [
    "Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff praised for Gaza ceasefire efforts",
    "Over 1,369 Palestinians killed, more than 4,627 wounded",
    "Board of Peace launched in January 2026"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Arutz Sheva - Israel National News",
        "title": "Trump praises Kushner, Witkoff on Gaza: Nobody could've done the job",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/trump-praises-kushner-witkoff-on-gaza-nobody-couldve-done-the-job",
        "published": "2026-09-14T02:46:28.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Times of Israel",
        "title": "Trump says ‘there’s not a lot of fighting in Gaza,’ Hamas willing to disarm",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/trump-says-theres-not-a-lot-of-fighting-in-gaza-hamas-willing-to",
        "published": "2026-09-14T03:00:23.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}