Indirect negotiations aimed at resolving the prolonged Hamas-Israeli conflict are scheduled to commence in Egypt today following increased pressure from Donald Trump to achieve a settlement. The talks are being held in Egypt’s Sharm el-Sheikh resort and involve delegates such as Israel’s strategic affairs minister Ron Dermer and Hamas leader for Gaza, Khalil Al-Hayya, who has been in exile. The primary objectives of these negotiations are to secure the release of hostages and bring an end to the conflict, which has persisted for almost two years.
President Trump, via his Truth Social platform, emphasized the urgency of the situation by warning that failure to act swiftly could lead to significant bloodshed, a scenario no one desires.
The negotiations are set to take place in the Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh, facilitated by Cairo, with delegates representing Israel and Hamas. The key focus of the discussions is on securing the release of hostages and halting the ongoing conflict, which will mark its two-year anniversary tomorrow.
President Trump reiterated the critical importance of prompt action in resolving the Hamas-Israeli conflict to prevent the potential escalation of violence and turmoil.