Resumption of Truce Negotiations Between Israel and Hamas in Cairo
Talks aimed at brokering a truce between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip will resume in Cairo on Sunday, as reported by Egyptian news outlet Al-Qahera. An Egyptian security source confirmed the resumption of negotiations on a truce between Israel and Hamas in the Egyptian capital Cairo.
Mediation Efforts and Challenges
Egypt, Qatar, and the United States have been key mediators in previous rounds of negotiations, but a workable agreement has remained elusive. Despite efforts to secure a ceasefire before the start of Ramadan, progress has stalled, and the Muslim holy month is now more than halfway over.
Renewed Ceasefire Negotiations
On Friday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu approved a new round of ceasefire negotiations to take place in Doha and Cairo. His office mentioned discussions with Mossad chief David Barnea about the talks, without specifying Barnea’s travel plans.
Protests and Diplomatic Efforts
Reports of the new talks in Cairo coincided with protests in Israel’s biggest city, where demonstrators blocked a major road, demanding the release of hostages held in Gaza and criticizing the government’s handling of the situation. French Foreign Minister Stephane Sejourne was also in Cairo for meetings with Egyptian and Jordanian counterparts, advocating for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the release of all hostages.
International Involvement and UN Resolution
France announced plans to propose a draft resolution at the UN Security Council outlining a “political” settlement of the conflict, including criteria for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian issue. Despite recent UN resolutions calling for an immediate ceasefire and humanitarian aid in Gaza, the situation on the ground remains unchanged.
