A Hamas delegation landed in Cairo this week for high-stakes talks with Egyptian mediators on Gaza's post-war future, signaling potential progress toward lasting stability. 🌍 Here's what you need to know:
🔑 Key Developments
Egyptian sources revealed plans to deploy 1,000 Palestinian security personnel trained in Egypt and Jordan to maintain order in Gaza under Palestinian Authority (PA) supervision. This move aims to restore PA control while addressing Hamas's potential withdrawal from security operations.
🚧 Crossing Reopens Sunday
In a major breakthrough, Israel agreed to reopen the Palestinian side of the Rafah crossing this weekend under EU monitoring. The move will allow patients, wounded individuals, and travelers to cross freely—a critical step for Gaza's recovery.
🤝 Broader Peace Efforts
Cairo is reportedly organizing a wider Palestinian meeting to discuss forming a joint administrative body for Gaza. Separate talks with Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad delegations are underway to align post-war governance strategies.
While the Egypt/Qatar/Türkiye/US-brokered ceasefire holds since Friday, Gaza health authorities report over 68,000 Palestinian deaths since October 2023. Recent clashes have still claimed 23 lives since October 11, underscoring the urgency of these talks.
