Indirect Hamas-‘israel’ Ceasefire Negotiations Conclude in Qatar Without Resolution: Sources

Sources informed Reuters on Monday that the Israeli delegation did not possess adequate authority to conclude an agreement with Hamas.

Following the initial round of indirect negotiations in Doha, sources have indicated that the Israeli delegation lacks the necessary authorization and decision-making power to finalize any agreements with Hamas.

**Trump Indicates Potential Ceasefire This Week**

Trump expressed optimism on Sunday, stating his belief that a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas might be achieved within the week.

Trump announced that there is “a good chance” for reaching an agreement with Hamas this week, which could result in a Gaza captive release and a ceasefire.

Trump informed reporters of a potential imminent agreement concerning Gaza, indicating that a deal with Hamas regarding several hostages could be finalized this week. He expressed confidence that many hostages have already been released and anticipated the completion of the deal in the coming days.

The negotiations, which restarted on Sunday, align with the preparations for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s third visit to the White House since Trump’s return to office nearly six months prior.

Prior to his departure for Washington, Netanyahu underscored that the Israeli negotiators were directed to achieve a ceasefire agreement on terms deemed acceptable by Israel.

A Palestinian official has confirmed to AFP that international mediators have relayed to Hamas that negotiations are set to resume in Doha on Sunday.

Israeli public broadcaster KAN has disclosed that a delegation has been sent to Qatar to negotiate lingering differences in the ceasefire proposal. According to KAN, “The team is actively engaged in resolving disagreements with Hamas.”

Netanyahu’s office had earlier stated that a delegation would be dispatched to Qatar for indirect negotiations with Hamas. Nonetheless, the office rejected Hamas’s suggested modifications to a proposed 60-day ceasefire, deeming them “unacceptable,” though no specific details were provided.

Hamas has announced its positive reception of a proposed ceasefire, affirming its willingness to engage in negotiations over its terms. This includes discussions on an exchange of captives and measures to halt Israel’s ongoing military operations in Gaza.

Israeli military operations in Gaza have resulted in the deaths of 82 individuals.

In the midst of ongoing discussions, Israeli forces have reportedly resulted in the deaths of at least 82 individuals across Gaza, with 39 fatalities occurring in Gaza City specifically.

Residents of Gaza City’s Sheikh Radwan neighborhood painted a harrowing picture of “apocalyptic” devastation on Sunday following Israeli strikes. Survivors recounted efforts to recover victims’ body parts and the urgent race to save those still trapped beneath the debris.

On the previous day, Israeli airstrikes throughout Gaza resulted in the deaths of at least 42 Palestinians, according to reports from hospitals within the embattled region, with many of the victims identified as aid seekers.

According to the Gaza Health Ministry, the current military operations conducted by Israel have resulted in the deaths of at least 57,268 Palestinians, a majority of whom are women and children, while injuring 135,625 individuals.

A ceasefire agreement established between Israel and Hamas, initially set in motion on January 19, was violated as Israel renewed its military actions on March 18, resulting in the deaths of at least 400 individuals during nighttime assaults.

Israel, with support from the United States, has withdrawn from talks concerning the second phase of the ceasefire agreement. This accord sought to bring an end to the conflict and facilitate the release of the remaining Israeli captives in Gaza.