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Hamas Withdraws from August 15 Ceasefire Talks, Urges Biden's Plan Implementation

Aug 11, 2024, 10:53 PM

Hamas has announced it will not participate in the upcoming ceasefire and hostage deal negotiations scheduled for August 15, which were to be mediated by the United States, Egypt, and Qatar. The group has called for mediators to present a ceasefire plan based on previous discussions rather than engaging in new negotiations. Hamas emphasized the need for Israel to adhere to the previously agreed terms, as outlined in a proposal they accepted on July 2 according to Biden's vision. This decision comes amid a joint statement from U.S. President Joe Biden, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani urging both parties to engage in talks. The refusal by Hamas marks a significant setback to the efforts aimed at reaching a resolution.