First day of Doha talks ‘constructive’, decision to continue shows desire to reach deal - report

Officials marked progress toward a ceasefire-hostage deal between Israel and Hamas during talks in Doha on August 15, which are set to resume for a second day on August 16, according to the Walla news site, Report informs referring to The Times of Israel.

The first day of negotiations, mediated by the US, Egypt, and Qatar, ended with “constructive discussions,” according to two unnamed US officials, who say certain progress was made.

Other officials, with knowledge of the talks, say that the decision to continue negotiating for a second day showed that the two sides are serious about reaching a deal.