Mediators call on Israel and Hamas to resume ceasefire negotiations

Mediators from the US, Egypt, and Qatar have called on Israel and Hamas to resume negotiations on a ceasefire and the release of hostages in the Gaza Strip next week. The mediators stated that a framework agreement is already on the table and that the talks are necessary to address remaining gaps and begin implementing the agreement without further delay.

The negotiations have been ongoing for months, focusing on a plan proposed by Israel and presented by US President Joe Biden in May. Israel has agreed to resume negotiations on August 15th.

However, there are warnings that a swift agreement is unlikely, and Israel's government has been accused of delaying an agreement. The recent escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, including the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr, has added further complexity to the negotiations.

It is crucial to reach an agreement on a ceasefire and the release of hostages to prevent further violence and ensure stability in the region.