Qatar demands that Israel issue an apology for the attempted strike against Hamas leaders in Doha earlier this month and a return to negotiations over a new ceasefire–hostage agreement, two sources familiar with the matter told N12 on Saturday.

Qatar has been the central mediator between Israel, Hamas, and the United States since the October 7, 2023 assault, when 251 people were abducted in Hamas’s cross-border rampage.

Through Qatari involvement, several agreements have been reached, resulting in the release of hostages, rescue operations, and the recovery of remains. Despite these efforts, 48 Israelis remain in captivity nearly two years later.