"Hamas Gives 'Positive' Response to Qatar's Cease-Fire Proposal"

Qatar has received a "generally positive" response from Hamas regarding a cease-fire plan in Gaza and the release of hostages, with the militant group reiterating its demand for an end to the war. The U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who met with Qatari and Saudi Arabian leaders, will brief Israeli leaders on the response. However, Israel has ruled out the demands and is committed to continuing its offensive. The war has resulted in a high death toll and displacement in Gaza, with humanitarian concerns rising.