Israeli and Hamas negotiators have been taking part in the latest round of ceasefire talks in Doha since July 6, discussing a U.S.-backed proposal for a 60-day ceasefire that envisages a phased release of hostages,

Hamas officials say that ceasefire negotiations with Israel have reached an impasse after a week of talks, per multiple outlets. The BBC reported Friday that Hamas negotiators regarded the Israeli proposal for long-term occupation of significant portions of the Gaza Strip,

The clashes began with a series of tit-for-tat kidnappings and attacks between members of local Sunni Bedouin tribes and Druze armed factions.