Qatar is suspending its role as a mediator in talks between Israel and Hamas after concluding that the two sides are no longer negotiating in good faith, its foreign ministry said Saturday.

The announcement comes after growing frustration with the lack of progress on a cease-fire deal. But one official said Saturday that Qatar is highly likely to return to the efforts if both sides show “serious political willingness” to reach a deal on the war in Gaza.

Qatar has suspended its work as a mediator in ceasefire and hostage release talks between Israel and Hamas, officials say. The country said it would resume its work when Hamas and Israel "show their willingness" to negotiate.

Qatar signals it may return to mediation if both sides show 'serious political willingness.' Meanwhile, at least 16 people reported killed by three Israeli strikes in Gaza.

Qatar, one of the chief negotiators of a potential cease-fire between Hamas and Israel, said it will suspend its mediation efforts, according to officials. The move comes amid growing frustration

However, Qatar is highly likely to resume mediation if both sides show “serious political willingness” to reach a deal, according to one Egyptian official.View on euronews