Qatar suspends mediation between Israel and Hamas until all parties show ‘will and seriousness’

With the United States and Egypt, Qatar has been mediating between the two belligerents since a single truce in the conflict in November 2023.

Qatar pauses its mediation. In a press release relayed on X by its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Saturday November 9, the emirate denied any withdrawal from negotiations between Hamas and Israel announced by media, including AFP, citing a diplomatic source. But he added that he had “suspended” its efforts until all parties demonstrate “will and seriousness” to end the war. In the message, ministry spokesperson Majed al-Ansari said Qatar had informed relevant parties of its intentions ten days ago.

Reached by telephone by AFP in Qatar, a Hamas official indicated on condition of anonymity that his movement had not received “no request to leave Qatar”.

With the United States and Egypt, Qatar has mediated between the two belligerents since a single truce in the conflict in November 2023 which lasted a week and allowed the release of hostages held in Gaza in exchange for prisoners Palestinians detained by Israel.