Gaza, Qatar and Israel
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"The flexibility and constructive approach shown by Israel in the negotiations are not matched by Hamas,” the official said. Israel has made "significant strides" in its efforts to reach a hostage deal;
"They play all sides, gaining from their roles as intermediaries. With Iran's axis crumbling, Qatar and Turkey are moving into the vacuum."The post Turkey-Qatar alliance seen as growing threat to
U.S. President Donald Trump will meet with Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani on Wednesday, the White House said, as Trump presses for progress on a Gaza ceasefire and hostage-release deal.
Israel has decided to send a delegation to Qatar for talks on a possible Gaza hostage and cease-fire deal, an Israeli official said, reviving hopes of a breakthrough in negotiations to end the almo…
President Donald Trump announced Israel and Iran's ceasefire after Iran retaliated against US airstrikes on its nuclear sites by launching missiles at the U.S. Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar.
Trump announced a ceasefire on social media. The attack earlier Monday on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar comes two days after the U.S. used 'bunker buster' bombs on Iranian nuclear sites.
The United States has joined Israel in recalling its negotiators from Gaza ceasefire talks in Doha. The US envoy, Steve Witkoff, has accused Hamas of showing a lack of desire to reach a deal. Also: the wrestling legend Hulk Hogan dies aged 71.
The U.S. has withdrawn from Doha ceasefire talks after Hamas' response showed a "lack of desire" for an agreement. Israel also pulled negotiators amid escalating demands.