Gaza ceasefire efforts show signs of renewed momentum says Qatar PM

Qatar has recently announced a renewed push to end Israel's Gaza war, with Qatari Foreign Minister and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani stating that the country has sensed "momentum" in efforts to reach a deal. This is a month after Qatar suspended its mediation bid. The two key issues in the talks are reportedly a prisoner hostage exchange and a willingness to reach a negotiated settlement. Sheikh Mohammed has implied that he received assurances from US president-elect's advisers regarding their commitment to a settlement, and stated that momentum has returned to the talks. A source close to the Hamas delegation has indicated that a new round of negotiations is likely to begin in the coming week.