Hamas has rejected the latest ceasefire proposal discussed in Doha, according to Palestinian officials familiar with the negotiations. The group said the draft did not provide enough assurance that Israeli forces would fully withdraw from Gaza, leaving the talks stuck without a breakthrough.

The setback comes as mediators continue trying to bridge the gap between the sides over the terms of a truce, including security arrangements and the future of military operations in Gaza. The proposal had been seen as a possible step toward easing the fighting, but the rejection has raised fresh doubts about near-term progress.

The negotiations in Doha have centered on core disputes that have repeatedly slowed earlier efforts, especially the sequence and scope of any Israeli withdrawal and what guarantees would follow a ceasefire. Palestinian civilians remain caught in the middle as diplomatic efforts continue without an agreement.

Reuters reported that the talks are still ongoing, but the latest refusal underscores how far apart the parties remain. For now, no deal has been announced and the humanitarian toll in Gaza continues to mount while mediators search for a path forward.