Hamas, alongside the increasing efforts of intermediary countries to advance fragile ceasefire negotiations in Gaza, announced its readiness to begin discussions for the second phase of the ceasefire. This announcement came after Hamas representatives met with Egyptian security officials in Cairo.
Israeli official says headway made since unprecedented direct discussions between Washington and terror group; US plan said to propose 10 hostages freed for 60-day truce
Qatar’s ability to operate within the highest levels of U.S. government ensures that it remains shielded from scrutiny, despite mounting evidence of its role in enabling extremism and destabilizing allies.
Gulf state says no Qatari money went to terror group's political or military wing, stresses that yearslong payments to Strip were made with consent of Israel, including Shin Bet