Egypt calls Israel and HAMAS to peace talks
On October 6, Egypt called on representatives of Israel and HAMAS to hold talks within the framework of the peace initiative proposed by US President Donald Trump. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
According to the Cairo Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the main goal is to quickly start negotiations to stop the shooting in Gaza and to exchange hostages for Palestinian prisoners. At the same time, it is intended to give new impetus to regional and international efforts.
The meeting location has not yet been officially determined. Some sources suggest that the talks may take place in Sharm El-Sheikh, while others mention the city of Cairo.
The Israeli delegation is expected to be led by Ron Dermer, the Minister of Strategic Affairs and a close associate of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. According to Trump's plan, hostilities will cease once HAMAS agrees.
Netanyahu has openly stated his intention to disarm Gaza by diplomatic or military means: "Whether it is easy or difficult, it will be done." HAMAS has expressed its readiness to hand over hostages and the bodies of the deceased to Israel based on the formula proposed by Trump.
The movement agreed to immediately discuss the details of the agreement through mediators. Additionally, HAMAS stated its readiness to transfer Gaza's governance to an independent body supported by the Palestinian national consensus and Arab-Islamic aid, but did not agree to disarmament conditions.
Leaders in Qatar are demanding a review of some provisions of the plan. Currently, important issues include the city and procedure for holding the talks, the number, timing, and guarantees of the hostage and prisoner exchange.
The biggest point of disagreement remains the issue of disarmament. The role of international mediators and the implementation schedule are also in focus.
Egypt's initiative is a new attempt to bring the parties together around one table. The outcome of the talks will depend on the sequence of stopping the shootings, the terms of the exchange, and security guarantees.
