US Denies Hamas Requests as Gaza Ceasefire Talks Fail: The Path Forward Remains Unclear

Mon Mar 17 2025 06:25:13 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)
US Denies Hamas Requests as Gaza Ceasefire Talks Fail: The Path Forward Remains Unclear

In a complicated geopolitical scenario, the US dismisses Hamas's demands, casting doubt on the continuation of the Gaza ceasefire.


The talks to extend the Gaza ceasefire hit a deadlock as the US criticized Hamas for its "impractical" requests, emphasizing the urgency for both parties to reach an agreement amidst ongoing humanitarian crises.


Negotiations aimed at prolonging the fragile ceasefire in Gaza have faltered, with a Palestinian official revealing that no consensus has been reached. During recent discussions in Qatar, the US delegation, led by Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, accused Hamas of positioning demands that are "entirely impractical."

After the initial phase of the ceasefire wrapped up on March 1, the US proposed an extension that would stretch into mid-April. This proposal also sought another exchange of hostages held by both Hamas and Israel. However, significant disagreements between Israel and Hamas regarding the terms have emerged, raising uncertainty over the continuation of peace efforts.

While Israel has yet to officially respond, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office has indicated that they are awaiting a briefing from their negotiation team. The White House has framed Hamas's actions within an unfavorable light, suggesting that the group is overestimating its leverage in the prolonged conflict.

A Hamas spokesperson has pointed out a breakdown in negotiations, claiming they are willing to negotiate the release of the last living Israeli-American hostage, Edan Alexander. Nonetheless, the Israeli stance on the withdrawal of troops from Gaza diverges sharply from Hamas's demands.

In a stark economic and humanitarian context, Israel has implemented a blockade that halts fundamental aid to Gaza, exacerbating the crisis as over 90% of homes have been impacted by the war.

The toll following the October 7 attacks, which led to over 1,200 fatalities in Israel, is profound. More than 48,520 casualties have been reported by the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza, amid a backdrop of immense suffering for the civilian population.

The ongoing conflict has left most of Gaza's 2.1 million residents displaced and facing shortages across essential services, including healthcare and food. With ongoing tensions and a demanding international audience, the future of peace in the region remains fraught with complexity and uncertainty.

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