Gaza Ceasefire Talks Fail to Yield Breakthrough; Netanyahu Holds Key Washington Meeting

Indirect ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas concluded without a breakthrough, with talks expected to resume today, Monday, as mediators work to bridge significant gaps. The latest round of discussions, held in Doha, saw no tangible progress despite several hours of deliberation and exchanges via Qatari and Egyptian mediators.

The stalemate comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives in Washington for a critical meeting with former President Donald Trump, scheduled for Monday. Netanyahu expressed hope that this meeting could advance efforts towards a hostage release deal and a ceasefire in Gaza, stating he has given negotiators clear instructions for an agreement under Israel’s accepted conditions.

However, core disagreements persist. Hamas continues to demand a guaranteed end to all hostilities and Israeli troop withdrawal, conditions previously rejected by Israel. Netanyahu reiterated his commitment to three missions: the release of all hostages, the destruction of Hamas’s capabilities, and ensuring Gaza no longer poses a threat to Israel. Hardline elements within his cabinet also fiercely oppose ending the war prematurely.

The diplomatic impasse unfolds amidst ongoing intense conflict. In the past 24 hours, the Israeli military reported striking 130 Hamas targets, while Gaza health officials stated over 30 civilians were killed on Sunday. Public pressure for a deal is mounting in Israel, with protests calling for the release of remaining hostages. The focus now shifts to whether the Washington meeting can inject new momentum into the stalled peace efforts, as both sides remain firm on their primary conditions.

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