Egypt, Qatar, US in a joint statement: Negotiations to continue next week in Cairo

The current round of negotiations has ended after 48 hours of discussions, according to a joint statement between the State of Qatar, the Arab Republic of Egypt, and the United States of America. "Over the past 48 hours in Doha, senior officials from our governments have been engaged in intensive talks as mediators with the aim of concluding an agreement for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages and detainees," the statement said. "These talks were serious and constructive and were held in a positive atmosphere," he added. The statement added, "Earlier today in Doha, the United States of America, with the support of the State of Qatar and the Arab Republic of Egypt, presented to both parties a proposal that narrows the gaps between the parties and is consistent with the principles set out by President Biden on May 31, 2024, and Security Council Resolution 2735." "This proposal builds on the points of agreement achieved over the past week, and bridges the remaining gaps in a way that allows for the rapid implementation of the agreement," he continued. He pointed out that "the technical teams will continue to work during the coming days on the implementation details, including arrangements for implementing the comprehensive humanitarian aspects of the agreement, in addition to the aspects related to hostages and detainees." "Senior officials from our governments will meet again in Cairo before the end of next week, hoping to reach an agreement on the terms set out today," he said. 'As the leaders of the three countries stated last week, 'there is no more time to waste and no excuses that can be accepted by any party to justify further delay. It is time to release the hostages and detainees, to begin the ceasefire, and to implement this agreement,'' the statement said. "Now the way is paved to achieve this outcome, save lives, provide relief to the people of Gaza, and calm regional tensions," he said. Source: Maan News Agency