Gaza sinks deeper into ruin, yet the choreography of diplomacy might be resumed.

Qatar, ever the positive, peace broker, is again expected to ferry messages between combatants in the hope of conjuring talks.

Donald Trump, eager to play statesman, has sketched out a proposal for Hamas.

Whether any negotiation takes shape hinges on Doha’s willingness to engage.

Gaza’s agony, meanwhile, shows no sign of abating.