Hamas, Israel and Qatar
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Agence France-Presse on MSNHamas says Israeli troops sticking point in truce talks as Gaza poundedHamas on Thursday said it opposes any ceasefire deal that includes a large Israeli military presence in Gaza, after offering to release some hostages and as the civil defence agency reported scores killed across the Palestinian territory.
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The Times of Israel on MSNUS said to tell mediators it won’t let Israel resume Gaza war, as optimism for deal swirlsStance won't be explicit in text in order to keep heat on Hamas during permanent ceasefire talks, sources say; PM, Trump optimistic on agreement though Hamas says progress elusive
Only one issue remains unresolved in the push to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza, according to Sky sources. Intense negotiations are taking place in Qatar in parallel with key talks in Washington between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Palestinian group’s reply boosts chances of 60-day Gaza ceasefire, but Israel hasn’t responded publicly to the proposal.
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Al Jazeera on MSNIsrael, Hamas holding Gaza truce talks as Netanyahu due to meet TrumpTalks resume in Qatar as Israeli PM set to hold talks with US president, who has said a deal could be reached this week.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is traveling Monday to Washington as Israel sends negotiators to Qatar amid ongoing talks toward a cease-fire with Hamas.
US envoy Steve Witkoff says negotiations between Israel and Hamas have narrowed significantly, raising hopes for a ceasefire this week.
Hamas agrees to release 10 hostages amid tough ceasefire talks with Israel. Discover the latest updates on the situation.