As the threat of an evacuation of Gaza City increases, the mediators in the Israel-Hamas talks are struggling to find a way to halt the impending violent escalation – Israel's planned takeover of the city. Egypt and Qatar continue to push for a cease-fire, but their efforts are being blocked by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's refusal to consider Hamas' latest response to their proposal.

DOHA: Gaza mediator Qatar said Tuesday that it was “still waiting” for Israel’s response to a proposal for a truce and hostage release deal in the Palestinian territory after…

Hamas agreed to the proposal, which was put forward by mediators Egypt and Qatar more than 10 days ago.