The Qatari-Israeli contacts concerning the Gaza situation were impacted following the assassination of Hamas Deputy Leader Saleh Al-Arouri on 2/1/2024 in Lebanon.
Before the assassination, Qatar and Egypt, with U.S. support, are said to have successfully reached an understanding with Hamas and the Islamic Jihad.
The following note provides a comprehensive overview of the status of the Qatari diplomatic contacts with Israel, their prospects, and the understanding previously reached with Hamas and the Islamic Jihad.
