Hamas rejects latest Gaza ceasefire proposal as Doha talks stall

Hamas has rejected the latest ceasefire proposal discussed in Doha, saying the terms do not meet its core demands on Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza and the release of Palestinian prisoners. The refusal has pushed the negotiations into another stalemate, according to reporting from Reuters and sources close to the talks.

The talks in Qatar had been seen as a possible step toward easing the war and securing a pause in fighting, but the gaps between the sides remain wide. Hamas is seeking a deal that it says must include a full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, while mediators have worked to narrow differences on sequencing and guarantees.

The breakdown underscores how difficult it remains to turn temporary diplomatic contacts into a durable ceasefire. For civilians in Gaza, any delay prolongs the risk of displacement, hunger, and further loss of life, while Israeli families continue to press for the return of hostages and an end to the conflict.

With no breakthrough announced, the talks appear to be at an impasse. Mediators are expected to keep searching for common ground, but the latest rejection signals that any agreement will likely depend on major concessions from both sides.