First round of Israel-Hamas truce talks end without progress

• First round of Israel-Hamas talks over ceasefire end inconclusively, say Palestinian sources
• BRICS nations express concern over Gaza, call for immediate ceasefire
• Israeli PM Netanyahu to meet US President Trump at White House

Here are the latest updates from around Gaza, Israel and the wider Middle East on Monday, July 7.

07/07/2025July 7, 2025

BRICS leaders express 'grave concern' about Gaza situation

Leaders of the BRICS group of nations expressed "grave concern" about the situation in Gaza after their meeting on Monday. 

"We reiterate our grave concern about the situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, with the resumption of continuous Israeli attacks against Gaza and obstruction of the entry of humanitarian aid into the territory," they said.

The group called for adherence to international law while also encouraging an immediate ceasefire, withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza and the release of all detainees and hostages.

They also condemned the Israeli and US military strikes on Iran. 

07/07/2025July 7, 2025

First round of Israel-Hamas ceasefire talks end indecisively: sources

The first round of ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas in Doha, Qatar, ended inconclusively, Palestinian sources close to the matter said on Monday. 

"After the first session of indirect negotiations in Doha, the Israeli delegation is not sufficiently authorized ... to reach an agreement with Hamas, as it has no real powers," the sources told Reuters news agency. 

The BBC reported that the talks took place in two different buildings, and lasted for about three and a half hours. 

The two sides communicated through Qatari and Egyptian mediators, but to no avail. Talks are expected to resume again on Monday. 

07/07/2025July 7, 2025

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Hello and welcome to DW's coverage of developments in the Middle East on Monday, July 7, 2025.

Talks between Israel and Hamas in Doha, Qatar, on Sunday about a possible ceasefire ended inconclusively, Palestinian sources close to the matter said.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is flying to Washington for talks with US President Donald Trump, who suggested on Friday that there "could be a Gaza deal" next week.