Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:47am on 16 Aug 2024,Friday International
Talks to end the Israel-Hamas conflict have resumed in Doha, Qatar. The US, Qatar, and Egypt are mediating the discussions with an Israeli delegation. The focus is on securing the release of hostages and a potential ceasefire. Hamas officials, based in Qatar, are engaged in indirect talks. The Palestinian death toll has surpassed 40,000 in the 10-month conflict. The talks aim to prevent further escalation and regional tensions. A ceasefire would also reduce the risk of retaliatory strikes from Iran and Hezbollah. The discussions are expected to continue into Friday.
