The United States and Hamas have held their first direct talks since the Gaza ceasefire, as efforts to advance the fragile agreement remain stalled, according to CNN. The report said a U.S. delegation led by advisor Aryeh Lightstone met Hamas negotiator Khalil al-Hayya in Cairo to discuss next steps.
Hamas pressed for Israel to fully implement phase one commitments, including halting strikes and allowing more humanitarian aid, before moving forward. According to sources, Israel has indicated willingness to proceed if Hamas agrees to disarm, a key sticking point.
JUST IN - U.S. advisor Aryeh Lightstone, joined by Nickolay Mladenov, held their first direct talks with chief Hamas negotiator Khalil al-Hayya in Cairo, since Gaza ceasefire.https://t.co/XXi0BbTaYC
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Negotiations over the next phase, including disarmament, Israeli withdrawal, and an international force in Gaza, have repeatedly stalled. Hamas has described the proposals as unbalanced, prioritizing Israeli security over Palestinian concerns.
The report said Israeli strikes have continued despite the ceasefire, with hundreds reported killed. Mediators have warned that failure to reach an agreement could lead to a renewed escalation in the conflict.
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