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Wednesday, Jan 15, 2025

Ceasefire Negotiations in Gaza Approach Agreement as Hamas Awaits Israeli Withdrawal Plans

Talks in Qatar are edging towards an agreement, although some final details regarding the Israeli troop withdrawal are still unresolved.
Negotiators in Qatar have announced substantial progress in cementing a ceasefire in Gaza, with both parties admitting that an agreement is nearer than ever.

Nonetheless, following over eight hours of discussions on Tuesday, a senior Hamas official informed Reuters that the Palestinian group was still waiting for Israel to provide maps indicating how its forces would retreat from crucial areas in Gaza.

These include the Netzarim area in the center of the strip, Jabalia in the north, the Philadelphi Road along Gaza's southern frontier with Egypt, and Rafah.

Despite this delay, a Qatari foreign ministry spokesperson confirmed ongoing discussions about the ceasefire’s final details.

U.S. President Joe Biden also voiced optimism about a forthcoming deal, with U.S. participation alongside Egypt and Qatar facilitating the mediation.

A gradual ceasefire could conclude over a year of negotiations and bring an end to the devastating conflict, which has caused tens of thousands of Palestinian fatalities and extensive damage throughout Gaza.

Hamas has called for Israeli forces' withdrawal and the return of displaced Palestinians, while Israel demands the return of hostages and the release of Palestinian detainees in exchange.

With rising tensions in the region, particularly in the West Bank and Lebanon, the ceasefire could potentially ease broader Middle Eastern conflicts and quell worries of an all-out war between Israel and Iran.

As the discussions advance, the release of 33 hostages, including women, children, and the injured, is anticipated in the initial phase, with broader prisoner releases and partial Israeli withdrawals expected subsequently.

However, families of the hostages are still anxious, with some insisting on a deal that guarantees the release of all hostages.

With the inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump scheduled for January 20, Israeli and Palestinian negotiators are racing against time to finalize the agreement, amid mounting international pressure for a resolution.
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