High-stakes negotiations between Hamas and Israel kicked off in Egypt this weekend, with both sides aiming to finalize a hostage-prisoner exchange deal that could end nearly two years of conflict in Gaza. 🌍
A senior Hamas official told AFP the group is "very keen" to start the swap immediately, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hinted a breakthrough could come "within days." The talks in Sharm El-Sheikh follow Hamas' response to a U.S.-backed roadmap for peace, raising hopes for a sustainable ceasefire.
Foreign ministers from Egypt and other nations called the discussions a "real opportunity" to stabilize the region. But with tensions still simmering, the world watches to see if this diplomatic push can turn ceasefire dreams into reality. 💬
Why it matters: Over 5,000 Palestinian prisoners remain in Israeli jails, while Hamas holds an undisclosed number of Israeli hostages—a painful stalemate fueling the conflict. Could this swap be the key to unlocking peace? 🔑
