No Agreement in Gaza Ceasefire Talks as Cairo Negotiations Reach Stalemate, Say Egyptian Sources
Israel and Hamas have not been able to reach a consensus during the Gaza ceasefire talks in Cairo. Despite intense negotiations, neither side accepted the compromises presented by mediators, leaving the conflict unresolved.
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The war, now ten months old, has seen multiple rounds of on-off talks without a breakthrough. The Israeli military campaign in Gaza is still ongoing, and it’s still unclear what will happen to the captives that Hamas abducted in October.
US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan, speaking from Halifax, Canada, emphasised that Washington is still “feverishly” working on a deal. The talks involve mediators from Egypt, Qatar, and the US, all aiming for a ceasefire and a hostage agreement.
Israel’s Position in Gaza Ceasefire Talks Sparks Dispute Over Philadelphi Corridor and Detainee Release
Israel’s position in the Philadelphi Corridor, a crucial area of territory along Gaza’s southern border with Egypt, is a key issue of contention. Mediators proposed alternatives to Israeli forces in this area, but these were rejected.
Israel also expressed concerns about releasing certain Palestinian detainees. They demanded that these individuals leave Gaza if freed.
Israel was accused by Hamas of breaking past agreements, including the troop disengagement from Gaza. They rejected Israel’s other demands as well, saying that any agreement had to include the cessation of hostilities and the total evacuation of Israeli forces.
Hamas dismissed claims of an imminent agreement as false, maintaining their stance in the negotiations.
