U.S. asked IDF to curb Gaza strikes; Source: Israel agreed, but failed to comply

In the latest round of Cairo talks, Hamas for the first time signaled willingness to discuss disarmament. Qatar ramped up pressure by signaling to Hamas that its continued presence in Doha was no longer welcome, a source familiar with the matter told Haaretz

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In the latest round of Cairo talks, Hamas for the first time signaled willingness to discuss disarmament. Qatar ramped up pressure by signaling to Hamas that its continued presence in Doha was no longer welcome, a source familiar with the matter told Haaretz

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11:47 PM • April 24 2026 IDT

United States officials asked Israel to scale back strikes in the Gaza Strip to allow for progress in negotiations with Hamas regarding the second phase of the cease-fire, Haaretz has learned.

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