Israel and Hamas negotiating hostage deal, attempting to overcome gaps

Ongoing Israel-Hamas Negotiations

Negotiations between Israel and Hamas, mediated by Egypt, Qatar, and the US, continue despite significant gaps, with Hamas seeking US guarantees for post-60-day ceasefire talks. Qatar’s Prime Minister met with Hamas officials in Doha as efforts to finalize an agreement before Eid al-Adha are underway. Israeli officials noted Hamas has proposed alternative frameworks that diverge from the original plan for hostages, which have been rejected, indicating increasing pressure on Hamas amidst intensified military operations.

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