The emirate has used its influence with Hamas to press for a truce with Israel. But “the last word is with those on the battlefield,” one expert said.
Author: Adam Rasgon and Julian E. Barnes
Hamas Official: ‘We’re Not Obstinate’ in Cease-Fire Talks on Gaza
Husam Badran said the militant group would give up civilian control in the territory, but would not disband its military wing.
Cease-Fire Talks Hit Snag Over Hostages and Permanence, Officials Say
Representatives of Israel and Hamas have left Egypt without any deal in sight.