More than 40,000 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza, the territory’s Health Ministry says

The transcript discusses the ongoing conflict in Gaza, highlighting the displacement of the population due to Israel's offensive. It covers the upcoming ceasefire talks in Qatar, which involve key international figures but exclude Hamas, who are skeptical of Netanyahu's intentions. The talks aim to prevent further conflict, but optimism is low. The State Department emphasizes the need for Hamas' representation in the talks. Meanwhile, tensions in Israel rise, with public demonstrations demanding action from Netanyahu to secure the release of hostages.

What has Hamas stated regarding its participation in the summit?

What actions did the Israeli police take earlier this morning as mentioned in the text?