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Ceasefire Talks Revived as Israel Eyes Gaza City Takeover

8/14/2025

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Mossad chief David Barnea visited Qatar to discuss reviving ceasefire talks with Hamas.
Negotiations broke down, prompting Israel's military to consider a takeover of Gaza City.
Hamas is willing to give up governance but wants to keep weapons until a Palestinian state is formed.
The U.S., Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey are working on a comprehensive agreement to resolve the conflict.

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Story summary

Mossad chief David Barnea visited Qatar to discuss reviving ceasefire talks with Hamas.
Negotiations broke down, prompting Israel's military to consider a takeover of Gaza City.
Hamas is willing to give up governance but wants to keep weapons until a Palestinian state is formed.
The U.S., Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey are working on a comprehensive agreement to resolve the conflict.