Waiting for signal to negotiate Gaza deal

On March 10, Israel sent a delegation to Doha (Qatar) to negotiate an extension of the ceasefire agreement in Gaza.

Earlier, The Times of Israel reported that US President Donald Trump's special envoy for the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, arrived in Qatar on March 11 in an effort to mediate a ceasefire and hostage exchange plan between Israel and Hamas. So far, negotiations have stalled due to differences in positions between Israel and Hamas. Tel Aviv wants to extend phase 1 of the ceasefire, which expired on March 1. Meanwhile, Hamas wants to immediately discuss the implementation of phase 2, which includes the release of hostages, Israel's withdrawal from Gaza, and a permanent ceasefire.

Palestinians receive bread in Khan Younis, Gaza on March 9.

On March 9, Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen announced that the entire remaining power supply to the Gaza Strip would be cut off. Israel had also previously suspended the delivery of aid to the Gaza Strip. These moves are believed to be aimed at putting pressure on Hamas before the negotiations. On the same day, US special envoy for hostage affairs Adam Boehler expressed optimism that the parties could reach a consensus in the coming weeks.

After discussions with the head of Egypt's intelligence agency on March 8, Hamas stressed that the group is willing to facilitate the formation of a committee of "independent individuals" to manage Gaza until elections are held. This means Hamas could give up control of the civilian government in Gaza, according to Axios .

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