The United States, Egypt and Qatar issued a joint statement on Friday regarding the ceasefire negotiations in the Gaza Strip and the release of hostages.
The statement indicated that the talks were constructive and serious and took place in a positive atmosphere, and the United States, with the support of Qatar and Egypt, presented a proposal that narrows the gap between the two parties (Israel and Hamas).
The statement explained: "During the past 48 hours in Doha, senior officials from our governments engaged in intensive talks as mediators with the aim of reaching an agreement to cease fire in Gaza and release hostages and detainees. These talks were serious and constructive and took place in a positive atmosphere."
The statement added: "Earlier today in Doha, the United States of America, with the support of the State of Qatar and the Arab Republic of Egypt, presented to the two parties a proposal that narrows the gaps between the two parties and is consistent with the principles set out by President Biden (US President Joe Biden) on May 31, 2024 and Security Council Resolution 2735."
He continued: "This proposal builds on the points of agreement reached over the past week, and fills the remaining gaps in a way that allows for the rapid implementation of the agreement."
The statement indicated that "the technical teams will continue to work in the coming days on the details of implementation, including arrangements for implementing the comprehensive humanitarian components of the agreement, in addition to the components related to hostages and detainees."
He added: "Senior officials from our two governments will meet again in Cairo before the end of next week, with the hope of reaching an agreement in accordance with the terms presented today."
The statement stressed that the path is now open to achieving the results of the ceasefire, releasing detainees, alleviating the suffering of the people of Gaza, and calming regional tensions.
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