Qatar to ‘Post’: We had hostage deal after Oct. 7, Israel took too long
98% of the agreement for the ceasefire was in Qatar's original suggestion to Israel – which wasn’t responded to.
Qatar positions itself as a mediator and peacemaker, instrumental in negotiating high-profile hostage releases and actively participating in regional discussions, a role that has placed it in the international spotlight in the aftermath of October 7. (photo credit: EVELYN HOCKSTEIN/POOL/REUTERS)Updated: