U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff joins negotiations in Qatar for extending the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, seeking a two-month agreement. Hamas has rejected the proposal, maintaining a framework established in January, while Israel increases pressure by cutting electricity to Gaza.
U.S. Special Envoy for the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, has arrived in Qatar to engage in negotiations between Israel and Hamas aimed at extending the ceasefire in Gaza. This move comes as Israel expresses hopes for a two-month extension of the ceasefire, during which Hamas is expected to release approximately half of the living hostages.
Negotiations involving US envoy Witkoff highlight the fragile nature of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Despite Israel’s expectations for an extension and a hostage release plan, Hamas has yet to accept the proposal, adhering instead to a previously established framework. Increased pressure from Israel on Gaza, shown by electricity cut-offs, further complicates the situation in this ongoing conflict.
Original Source: unn.ua
