🌍 A Hamas delegation arrived in Cairo this week to negotiate next steps in the fragile Gaza ceasefire agreement brokered in October 2025. With tensions still simmering, all eyes are on whether this round of talks could finally reopen the crucial Rafah crossing and solidify post-conflict governance plans.
What’s on the Table?
The delegation, led by Hamas official Khalil al-Hayya, aims to finalize Phase 1 commitments – including two-way access at Rafah, Gaza’s vital gateway to Egypt. The crossing has been largely closed since May 2024 when Israeli forces took control of its Palestinian side.
🔑 Key demands from Hamas include:
Full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza
Formation of a transitional administrative committee
Disarmament negotiations (per the 2025 agreement)
Why This Matters Now
With Gaza’s reconstruction stalled and humanitarian needs growing, activists are calling this meeting a “make-or-break moment” for lasting peace. The proposed international Board of Peace – designed to oversee Gaza’s transition – remains controversial among Palestinian factions.
💬 Up next: The delegation will also meet with other Palestinian groups to discuss political developments in Gaza and the West Bank, signaling potential shifts in regional alliances.
