An Egyptian security delegation engaged in discussions with Hamas leaders in Cairo, aiming to revive negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza, as reported by Al Qahera News, a state-affiliated television station, citing an unnamed official source.
For several months, Egypt and Qatar have played crucial roles as mediators in the dialogue between Israel and Hamas, which collapsed in August without reaching a consensus. This impasse followed the escalation of hostilities that erupted when Hamas launched attacks on southern Israel on October 7, 2023, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
Later reports from Al Aqsa TV highlighted that a Hamas delegation, headed by Khalil Al-Hayya, who serves as the chief negotiator and deputy chief of Hamas in Gaza, arrived in Cairo to meet with Hassan Mahmoud Rashad, the head of Egypt’s general intelligence agency.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his support for Egypt’s initiative to advance a potential agreement regarding the release of hostages held in Gaza, indicating a willingness to explore diplomatic avenues.
Earlier in the day, top diplomats from Qatar and the United States announced that negotiators from both nations would convene in Doha in the coming days. This gathering aims to restart discussions focused on establishing a ceasefire and facilitating the release of hostages in Gaza, reflecting ongoing international efforts to stabilize the situation.
