Hamas says 'new' Israeli conditions delaying agreement on Gaza ceasefire
The Hindu
Hamas cites Israeli conditions for ceasefire delay in Gaza negotiations, but talks continue in Doha.
Hamas said Wednesday (December 25, 2024) that "new conditions" imposed by Israel had delayed the finalisation of a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, but acknowledged that negotiations were still proceeding.
"The ceasefire and prisoner exchange negotiations are continuing in Doha under the mediation of Qatar and Egypt in a serious manner... but the occupation has set new conditions concerning withdrawal (of troops), the ceasefire, prisoners, and the return of displaced people, which has delayed reaching an agreement," the Palestinian militant group said in a statement.
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