Hamas may release a limited amount of hostages in Gaza as a gesture before Donald Trump's inauguration as President of the United States on January 20, according to a senior official involved in hostage negotiations. Discussions are currently underway for a limited deal, although the Israeli Prime Minister's Office has denied the report. Israeli and US officials believe the chances of reaching a hostage deal and establishing a ceasefire before Trump's inauguration are slim. Trump has expressed his determination to see the hostages released and warned of consequences if they are not freed.