Hamas has confirmed that recent meetings with U.S. hostage negotiator Adam Boehler focused on the release of an American-Israeli dual national being held by the militant group in Gaza. The discussions have taken place in Doha, Qatar, and have also covered the implementation of the phased agreement aimed at ending the Israel-Hamas war. The talks between the U.S. and Hamas mark a departure from Washington's policy of not negotiating with groups it considers terrorist organizations. Israel and Hamas are preparing for the next phase of ceasefire negotiations, with both sides reaffirming their readiness to negotiate.