Ceasefire Negotiations Between Israel and Hamas Resume After Long Stalemate

International mediators, including Qatar, reengage with Israel and Hamas to negotiate a potential end to the 14-month conflict in Gaza.

Ceasefire talks had been suspended for weeks after Qatar halted negotiations due to a lack of progress but have recently restarted with renewed efforts.
Negotiations are focused on a phased ceasefire, beginning with a six-week halt in fighting, hostage exchanges, and partial Israeli troop withdrawals.
Hamas has expressed willingness to show flexibility on the timeline for Israeli withdrawal but maintains its demands for a full military exit and the return of displaced Palestinians.
The incoming Trump administration has called for the release of all hostages by January 20 and hinted at a potential shift in U.S. involvement in the conflict.
Hamas and Fatah have tentatively agreed to form a temporary technocratic governing body for Gaza, with Hamas relinquishing political control but retaining its military capabilities.