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Nahar Net
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Nahar Net
Gaza mediators 'intensifying' efforts to reach deal in Doha
Gaza ceasefire talks remain in their "first phase" after more than a week of talks, even as mediators step up efforts to broker a truce between Israel and Hamas, Qatar said Tuesday. "Discussions on the framework agreement are still ongoing. Both delegations are present here in Doha, and the mediators are intensifying efforts to reach an agreement," Qatar's foreign ministry spokesman Majed Al-Ansari told reporters. "The negotiations are still in the first phase, which is specifically about reaching an agreement of principle ahead of negotiations that will begin, God willing, in the next phase," he said. But uncertainty loomed over the efforts, which had appeared deadlocked over the weekend, with each side accusing the other of staking out positions that prevented a deal from being reached. "We cannot say whether an agreement will be reached tomorrow or whether the negotiations will collapse tomorrow," Ansari said. On Saturday, Palestinian sources told AFP that Israel's proposals for keeping troops in the territory were preventing progress towards a deal. But the Qatari spokesman insisted: "We believe there is no stalemate," adding there was no set timeframe for the talks. Qatar has been mediating indirect negotiations between the warring parties alongside Egypt and the United States.
Business Recorder
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Gaza mediators ‘intensifying' efforts to reach deal in Doha
DOHA: Gaza ceasefire talks remain in their 'first phase' after more than a week of talks, even as mediators step up efforts to broker a truce between Israel and Hamas, Qatar said Tuesday. 'Discussions on the framework agreement are still ongoing. Both delegations are present here in Doha, and the mediators are intensifying efforts to reach an agreement,' Qatar's foreign ministry spokesman Majed Al-Ansari told reporters. 'The negotiations are still in the first phase, which is specifically about reaching an agreement of principle ahead of negotiations that will begin, God willing, in the next phase,' he said. Hamas says discussing Gaza ceasefire proposals from mediators But uncertainty loomed over the efforts, which had appeared deadlocked over the weekend, with each side accusing the other of staking out positions that prevented a deal from being reached. 'We cannot say whether an agreement will be reached tomorrow or whether the negotiations will collapse tomorrow,' Ansari said. On Saturday, Palestinian sources told AFP that Israel's proposals for keeping troops in the territory were preventing progress towards a deal. But the Qatari spokesman insisted: 'We believe there is no stalemate,' adding there was no set timeframe for the talks. Qatar has been mediating indirect negotiations between the warring parties alongside Egypt and the United States.
Shafaq News
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Qatar pushes Gaza talks following positive signs
Shafaq News – Doha/Gaza On Tuesday, Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al-Ansari stated that mediation efforts between Israel and Hamas are currently focused on advancing toward a phase that could end the war in Gaza. At a press conference, Al-Ansari confirmed the presence of both delegations for indirect negotiations, with intermediaries facilitating discussions separately with each side. The talks, he explained, are still in the early stages, revolving around a general framework before entering detailed negotiations. 'What's currently on the table is a broad outline, not yet a finalized proposal.' Al-Ansari noted encouraging signs, underscoring that the process requires patience and that 'setting deadlines would be unproductive at this stage.' While criticizing recent media leaks as irresponsible, he warned that such disclosures could disrupt the delicate negotiation process. Regarding the Israeli delegation's mandate, Al-Ansari stopped short of detailing its scope but described the level of engagement as positive.
Al-Ahram Weekly
01-07-2025
- Politics
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Gaza rescuers say Israeli forces killed 34 as ceasefire momentum builds - War on Gaza
Gaza's civil defence agency said Israeli forces killed 34 people on Monday, including 11 waiting for aid, as momentum builds behind a ceasefire push for the war-ravaged Palestinian territory. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said a day earlier that his country's "victory" over Iran had created "opportunities". His comments raised hopes for a new ceasefire in the conflict that has created dire humanitarian conditions in Gaza. Key mediator Qatar said Monday that "momentum" had been created by the Iran-Israel ceasefire. "We won't hold our breath for this to happen today and tomorrow, but we believe that the elements are in place to push forward towards restarting the talks," foreign ministry spokesman Majed Al-Ansari told journalists. Deadly Gaza strikes Meanwhile, on the ground, Gaza's civil defence agency said that 34 people had been killed by Israeli strikes or gunfire since midnight. Civil defence spokesman Mahmud Bassal told AFP that "11 people (were) killed near aid distribution points in the central and southern parts of the territory." Eyewitnesses and local authorities have reported repeated killings of Palestinians near distribution centres over recent weeks. Samir Abu Jarbou, 28, told AFP by phone that he had gone with four relatives to pick up food aid in an area of central Gaza around midnight. "Suddenly the (Israeli) army opened fire, and drones started shooting. We ran away and got nothing," he said. "The situation is catastrophic. We are suffering from terrible hunger. My only wish is to succeed in getting a bag of flour to feed my seven siblings." Bassal said 23 people were killed in at least seven separate strikes across the territory, mainly in the north. Restrictions on media in Gaza and difficulties in accessing many areas mean AFP is unable to independently verify the full tolls and details provided by rescuers. Evacuation order Israel's military issued a fresh evacuation order on Monday for several areas in and around Gaza City. "For your safety, immediately evacuate further westward and southward toward Al-Mawasi," the military's Arabic-language spokesman Avichay Adraee posted on X. Despite being declared a safe zone by Israel, Al-Mawasi has been hit by repeated strikes. Israel's war on Gaza has killed at least 56,531 people, mostly women and children. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Al-Ahram Weekly
30-06-2025
- Politics
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Gaza rescuers say Israeli forces kill 34 as ceasefire momentum builds - War on Gaza
Gaza's civil defence agency said Israeli forces killed 34 people on Monday, including 11 waiting for aid, as momentum built behind a ceasefire push for the war-ravaged Palestinian territory. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said a day earlier that his country's "victory" over Iran had created "opportunities". His comments raised hopes for a new ceasefire in the conflict that has created dire humanitarian conditions in Gaza. Key mediator Qatar said Monday that "momentum" had been created by the Iran-Israel ceasefire. "We won't hold our breath for this to happen today and tomorrow, but we believe that the elements are in place to push forward towards restarting the talks," foreign ministry spokesman Majed Al-Ansari told journalists. Deadly Gaza strikes Meanwhile, on the ground, Gaza's civil defence agency said that 34 people had been killed by Israeli strikes or gunfire since midnight. Civil defence spokesman Mahmud Bassal told AFP that "11 people (were) killed near aid distribution points in the central and southern parts of the territory." Eyewitnesses and local authorities have reported repeated killings of Palestinians near distribution centres over recent weeks. Samir Abu Jarbou, 28, told AFP by phone that he had gone with four relatives to pick up food aid in an area of central Gaza around midnight. "Suddenly the (Israeli) army opened fire, and drones started shooting. We ran away and got nothing," he said. "The situation is catastrophic. We are suffering from terrible hunger. My only wish is to succeed in getting a bag of flour to feed my seven siblings." Bassal said 23 people were killed in at least seven separate strikes across the territory, mainly in the north. Restrictions on media in Gaza and difficulties in accessing many areas mean AFP is unable to independently verify the full tolls and details provided by rescuers. Evacuation order Israel's military issued a fresh evacuation order on Monday for several areas in and around Gaza City. "For your safety, immediately evacuate further westward and southward toward Al-Mawasi," the military's Arabic-language spokesman Avichay Adraee posted on X. Despite being declared a safe zone by Israel, Al-Mawasi has been hit by repeated strikes. Israel's war on Gaza has killed at least 56,531 people, mostly women and children. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
