LIVE Middle East | Israel denies danger of famine in northern Gaza, Qatar no longer mediates between Israel and Hamas
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Qatar is no longer prepared to play a role in the peace negotiations between Hamas and Israel. The country will only mediate a ceasefire in Gaza again if both countries "show a genuine willingness to return to the negotiating table." The decision follows an earlier request from Qatar on Saturday to Hamas to close its diplomatic office in the country.

The United States has made it clear to Qatar that Hamas ' presence in the country is no longer wanted. This was reported by officials of the administration of President Joe Biden to several American media.