Dhaka, June 30 -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday urged progress on a ceasefire agreement to end the ongoing Gaza war, though many Palestinians remain skeptical after months of stalled negotiations and continued violence. Meanwhile, Israel issued fresh mass evacuation orders for parts of northern Gaza.

An Israeli official confirmed that Ron Dermer, a senior adviser to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, will travel to Washington this week for ceasefire talks. Plans are also underway for Netanyahu to visit the U.S. in the coming weeks, signaling potential movement toward a deal.

Netanyahu was meeting with his security cabinet Sunday evening to discuss ceasefire efforts and military operations, according to the official, who spoke on...