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What is the status of Israel-Hamas talks?

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Israel-Hamas talks are ongoing in Egypt, focusing on a US-backed peace plan involving a ceasefire, hostage-prisoner exchange, and staged Israeli withdrawal. Both sides have accepted parts of the plan, but key issues like Hamas disarmament and future governance of Gaza remain unresolved. Trust between the parties is low, and internal Israeli political tensions add complexity. Mediators from Egypt, Qatar, and the US are facilitating discussions, but violence continues in Gaza during negotiations.

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Israel, Hamas representatives start negotiations over peace deal

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  • Israel and Hamas have started mediated negotiations in Egypt over a US-backed peace plan. 27s
  • The talks focus on a ceasefire and the release of 48 remaining hostages by Hamas. 46s
  • Hamas says it needs more time to locate all hostages, including those possibly buried under rubble. 1m 11s
  • Trust is low due to recent violence, including an Israeli strike on a Hamas delegation in Qatar. 1m 18s
  • Key disputes remain over troop withdrawals and guarantees for a Palestinian state. 2m 8s
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Israel, Hamas representatives start negotiations over peace deal
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CBC News
15 hours ago
Israel, Hamas representatives start negotiations over peace deal

Negotiations in Sharm el-Sheikh focus on a ceasefire and release of 48 hostages. Hamas requests more time to locate captives. Key sticking points include troop withdrawals and guarantees for a Palestinian state.

How likely is a Gaza peace deal as negotiators meet in Egypt?
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CBS News
1 day ago
How likely is a Gaza peace deal as negotiators meet in Egypt?

Negotiators are meeting in Egypt with mediation from Qatar and Egypt. Key issues include Hamas disarmament and Gaza's future governance. The outcome is uncertain and depends on how both sides define disarmament.

Egypt hosts Hamas, Israeli delegations for talks
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Africanews
1 day ago
Egypt hosts Hamas, Israeli delegations for talks

Talks in Sharm el-Sheikh focus on a partial Israeli withdrawal and release of captives. Hamas accepts some plan elements but seeks further discussion. Israel vows to remain in Gaza to disarm Hamas, which the group rejects.

Deal could be reached to end war between Israel, Hamas
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CBS News
1 day ago
Deal could be reached to end war between Israel, Hamas

Logistics around a hostage-prisoner swap are being worked out in Egypt, but many sticking points remain, including Israel's demand for Hamas to disarm.

U.S., Israeli officials will not take part in Gaza ceasefire talks yet
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Al Jazeera
1 day ago
U.S., Israeli officials will not take part in Gaza ceasefire talks yet

Israeli and US officials are delaying participation in talks, leaving Hamas to negotiate with mediators. Israel insists on the simultaneous release of all captives and continuation of military operations during talks.

Israel and Hamas to hold talks in Egypt ahead of potential ceasefire
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Euronews
1 day ago
Israel and Hamas to hold talks in Egypt ahead of potential ceasefire

Talks in Egypt focus on a possible ceasefire and exchange of all hostages for Palestinian prisoners. Hamas is ready to release hostages per the US-backed plan but seeks further consultation on other plan aspects.

Netanyahu says 'onus is on Hamas' as Gaza offensive continues
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DW News
2 days ago
Netanyahu says 'onus is on Hamas' as Gaza offensive continues

Netanyahu states Israel has accepted the US-backed plan; the next steps depend on Hamas. The plan includes phased demilitarization of Gaza and the release of hostages.

Negotiations between Israel, Hamas set to begin
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CBS News
2 days ago
Negotiations between Israel, Hamas set to begin

Talks in Cairo focus on a possible hostage-prisoner exchange and staged Israeli withdrawal. Hamas agrees to release hostages and surrender governing power, but disarmament remains unresolved.

As Mideast ceasefire talks continue, trust is in short supply
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CBS News
2 days ago
As Mideast ceasefire talks continue, trust is in short supply

Hamas agreed to release hostages and surrender governing power but did not commit to disarmament, a key Israeli demand. Negotiations continue amid ongoing violence.

Trump: Immediate ceasefire once Hamas confirms deal
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Al Jazeera
3 days ago
Trump: Immediate ceasefire once Hamas confirms deal

A ceasefire will take effect immediately once Hamas confirms the deal, with an initial Israeli withdrawal and a hostages-prisoner exchange. Negotiations are ongoing, and Egypt will host delegations from both sides.

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