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Qatar Halts Gaza Mediation, Closes Hamas Office
Qatar suspends its mediation efforts in the Gaza conflict and closes Hamas's political office in Doha due to a lack of progress in negotiations.
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Joe BidenHersh Goldberg-PolinMajed Al-Ansari
- What role has the US played in the situation?
- US officials have previously urged Qatar to use the threat of expulsion as leverage in negotiations with Hamas, particularly after the death of an Israeli-American hostage.
- Why did Qatar pause its role as mediator for a ceasefire in Gaza?
- Qatar has paused its mediation role in the Gaza ceasefire due to a lack of willingness from both Israel and Hamas to reach an agreement.
- What action did Qatar take regarding Hamas's political office in Doha?
- The Qatari government has also decided to close Hamas's political office in Doha, a decision reportedly made independently but following a US request.
- What are the potential consequences of the closure of Hamas's office in Doha?
- The closure of the Hamas office may lead to Hamas officials leaving Qatar, though no deadline has been issued; the office could reopen if talks resume.
- What is the current state of negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage release?
- This move follows months of stalled negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage release, with the Biden administration expressing its disapproval of Hamas's refusal to release hostages.