The president of the United States, Joe Biden, and the Emir of Qatar, Tamim bin Hamad al Thani, spoke in a phone call on Tuesday regarding efforts to mediate a Gaza ceasefire. The discussion emphasized joint mediation moves aimed at reducing hostilities and securing a lasting truce in the Gaza Strip.
During the call, the two leaders also noted the strength of their countries’ strategic partnership and touched on other regional and global issues of mutual interest, as reported by QNA. The dialogue highlighted Qatar’s role alongside Egypt and the United States as mediators seeking to ease tensions between Israel and Hamas, the Islamic Resistance Movement that controls Gaza.
The broader conflict escalated following an Israeli military operation in response to Hamas attacks on October 7. The violence has resulted in significant loss of life and displacement. Officials in Gaza, governed by Hamas, reported fatalities exceeding 20,900, including more than 280 people killed in confrontations with Israeli forces and during settler incidents in the West Bank and East Jerusalem. In the United States and Canada, policymakers and analysts monitor these developments as they shape regional security dynamics and humanitarian considerations for international audiences.