Doha ceasefire bid stalls—hostage releases under threat amid Israeli resistance
A proposed U.S.–backed ceasefire in Gaza faces increasing uncertainty as talks in Doha show dwindling momentum. The plan included a 60-day suspension of hostilities, phased release of hostages in exchange for Palestinian detainees, and a gradual Israeli pullback—but resistance from hardline Israeli ministers is stalling progress.
U.S., Qatari, and Egyptian envoys are exploring a gradual ceasefire mechanism: an initial release of ten hostages and 18 bodies, followed by sustained humanitarian openings and troop deployments monitored by a technical team . But internal divisions within Israel’s government are undermining alignment on critical details.
Humanitarian organizations are urging swift action as Gazan civilians face worsening shortages. The window for meaningful truce is closing fast, with political pressure mounting on U.S. mediators to salvage negotiations.
Observers say the stalled truce reflects deeper challenges: balancing political factions, matching diplomatic intent with battlefield realities, and confronting entrenched mistrust. The fate of Gaza and regional stability may rest on whether negotiators can secure a fragile breakthrough.
Adedayo Obadina
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