Baghdad: The New York Times reported, quoting Israeli officials, that Iran and "Hezbollah" have reduced the level of readiness of their missile units, according to intelligence assessments. The officials said: "Israel believes that the Iranian response to the killing of the head of the political bureau of the "Hamas" movement in Tehran, which has apparently been postponed several times, will occur at a later time." They pointed out that assessments change quickly due to the rapid development of events in the region. This comes against the backdrop of negotiations on a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the exchange of detainees between Israel and "Hamas", which are taking place in the Qatari capital, Doha. American media sources spoke of progress in the negotiations and the parties' proximity to an agreement. The negotiations are expected to continue in Cairo this week Source: National Iraqi News Agency