Hamas delegation visits Cairo over Gaza ceasefire

Gaza: A Hamas delegation has traveled to Cairo to discuss challenges related to a potential ceasefire in Gaza, as stated by spokesperson Jihad Taha. This visit is part of ongoing negotiations involving mediators from Egypt, Qatar, and Türkiye concerning the Gaza situation. Taha mentioned that the delegation aims to tackle issues linked to recent conditions.

Gaza: A Hamas delegation has traveled to Cairo to discuss challenges related to a potential ceasefire in Gaza, as stated by spokesperson Jihad Taha. This visit is part of ongoing negotiations involving mediators from Egypt, Qatar, and Türkiye concerning the Gaza situation. Taha mentioned that the delegation aims to tackle issues linked to recent conditions imposed by Israel, asserting that Hamas is willing to cooperate in any efforts that benefit the Palestinian people while emphasizing their commitment to stopping Israeli aggression.

Taha expressed hope for a resolution if Israel reconsiders its latest demands. Previously, reports indicated that Hamas suggested a one-week ceasefire without a prisoner exchange, which Israel rejected, insisting on a list of hostages before considering a ceasefire.

A Hamas source indicated that discussions in Cairo with Egyptian officials led to proposals aimed at delaying contentious issues blocking a ceasefire agreement. These proposals are to be presented to Israel as a final effort to secure a deal before January 20.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that an Israeli delegation would be heading to Doha, Qatar, to continue ceasefire negotiations. Meanwhile, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty reiterated Egypt’s commitment to facilitating an immediate ceasefire during talks with British National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell. Indirect negotiations between Hamas and Israel have intensified in recent weeks to conclude a nearly 15-month-long conflict, but both sides have accused each other of hindering progress and delaying agreements, contributing to the stalemate on the ceasefire and hostage releases.