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Friday, August 9, 2024
UAE urges Israel, Hamas to return to talks table next week
The United Arab Emirates is urging Israel and Palestinian terror group Hamas to accept an invitation from mediators Qatar, Egypt and the US to resume Gaza ceasefire negotiations on August 15, the UAE foreign ministry said in a statement on Friday.
“As outlined by the three leaders, the agreement currently on the table would end the suffering of the people of Gaza and the hostages and their families,” the statement reads.