Title: Indirect Negotiations Between Israel and Hamas Under Trump’s Gaza Plan

In the complex tapestry of Middle Eastern geopolitics, a new chapter unfolded as delegations from Israel and Hamas began indirect talks in Egypt. These discussions center around US President Donald Trump’s proposal for the Gaza Strip, marking a pivotal moment in the region’s turbulent history.

The negotiations commenced on October 6, 2025, at the picturesque Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh. An Egyptian official, speaking under anonymity, announced this development to the media. The talks are facilitated by Arab mediators who initially met with representatives from Hamas. According to Egyptian reports, these sessions will be followed by discussions with Israeli delegates.

The negotiations involve Egyptian and Qatari mediators who aim to discuss outcomes before US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff joins the discourse. Central to these discussions is Trump’s 20-point plan for Gaza—a proposal that Israel has accepted while Hamas has partially endorsed. Among the critical points, Hamas agreed to release Israeli captives in exchange for Palestinian detainees under specific “field conditions.” Additionally, Hamas expressed willingness to transfer Gaza’s administrative control to a body of technocrats, contingent upon national and regional consensus.

However, Hamas has also linked other components of Trump’s plan—pertaining to Gaza’s future and Palestinian rights—to broader national positions and international law. In this context, President Trump urged Israel to halt its military operations in Gaza via his Truth Social platform, asserting that Hamas was open to lasting peace. He emphasized the urgency of rapid progress in these talks to prevent potential widespread violence.

Key issues expected to influence Monday’s discussions include Israel’s full withdrawal from Gaza and Hamas’s disarmament—a point firmly rejected by the group amid claims circulating in media about their supposed agreement under Trump’s plan.

The backdrop to these negotiations is a brutal conflict initiated on October 7, 2023, when Israeli forces responded with significant force after an operation by Hamas. This has led to substantial casualties and humanitarian crises in Gaza, despite Israel’s stated objectives of dismantling Hamas and freeing captives remaining unfulfilled.

As the talks proceed, the international community watches closely, hoping for a resolution that brings peace and stability to one of the world’s most volatile regions.

For more detailed coverage on this evolving story:

Press TV Article on Trump’s Gaza Plan

The original article can be accessed at Presstv.ir.