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Israel Withdraws Hostage Team Amid Stalemate with Hamas

5/24/2025

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Israel has pulled its hostage negotiation team from Qatar amid a stalemate with Hamas, which is insisting on U.S. assurances for a full ceasefire. Prime Minister Netanyahu's move comes as talks falter, leaving families of the hostages heartbroken yet resolute, pledging to relentlessly advocate for the safe return of their loved ones.

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Israel has pulled its hostage negotiation team from Qatar amid a stalemate with Hamas, which is insisting on U.S. assurances for a full ceasefire. Prime Minister Netanyahu's move comes as talks falter, leaving families of the hostages heartbroken yet resolute, pledging to relentlessly advocate for the safe return of their loved ones.