The ongoing ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas came to the agenda again in Doha, the capital of Qatar, as of yesterday. The negotiations were attended by Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, as well as top officials including US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Director Bill Burns, Egyptian Intelligence Director Abbas Kamil and Israel’s intelligence agency Mossad Director David Barnea. senior officials attended.
Hamas announced that it would not participate in the negotiations and demanded that the mediators present a plan to implement the issues agreed on July 2, based on the vision of US President Joe Biden and the United Nations Security Council resolutions. He also called for a clear commitment that Israel will adhere to this plan.
Hamas: The Text Sent to Us from the Negotiations in Doha Is Inappropriate
A senior Hamas official said, “The text conveyed to us from the negotiations does not coincide with what was agreed on July 2.”he said This situation reveals the uncertainties and disagreements in the negotiations.
‘Constructive and Positive Atmosphere’ Emphasis in Joint Statement
In the joint statement made by Qatar, Egypt and the USA regarding the ceasefire negotiations in the Gaza Strip, “The talks were conducted in a serious, constructive and positive atmosphere.”The hope that the negotiations could progress was expressed. However, it was also emphasized that the differences and disagreements between the parties should be resolved.
