02/06/2024

Qatar Says Hamas' Response to Hostage Deal Proposal is ‘Positive’

The agreement includes a six-week cessation of hostilities

In a joint news conference in Qatar, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Qatar's Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani said Hamas had responded to a hostage deal proposed weeks ago by the United States, Israel, Qatar and Egypt.

The framework agreement includes a six-week cessation of hostilities and a phased release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. Qatar's prime minister characterized Hamas' response as a "positive" development.

In Gaza, Israel's plans to shift its offensive to Rafah have raised fears of devastating consequences for the city in the south.

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