Blinken lands in Qatar as U.S. evaluates Hamas' response to cease-fire deal

Anthony Blinken arrives in Qatar as part of a Middle East tour aimed at advancing a hostage ceasefire deal. Following Hamas's response to the proposal, US officials engage with Egyptian counterparts to assess the situation. While details of Hamas's reply remain undisclosed, the BBC reports that Hamas and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad emphasize the need to halt aggression on Gaza.

What was the main goal of Anthony Blinken's visit to Qatar?

What actions did the Secretary of State take after Hamas accepted the deal?

What was the response from Hamas regarding the hostage ceasefire deal?

What did John Kirby say about the reply from Hamas?

According to the BBC, what did Hamas and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad emphasize in their statement?