New Round of Mediation Talks Between Hamas and Israel in Sharm El Sheikh Under Positive Atmosphere

On January 28, 2026, a new round of mediation talks took place between the mediators and representatives of Hamas in Sharm El Sheikh. The atmosphere was notably positive, marking a hopeful step towards peace negotiations in the region.

According to reports from Al-Qahira News Channel, initial discussions concluded on an optimistic note, setting a foundation for further engagement later that same day. Sources indicated that these meetings highlighted potential paths forward and established mechanisms for ongoing talks. A representative of Hamas emphasized the challenges posed by continued airstrikes over Gaza, which complicate prisoner exchanges.

The delegation from Hamas included two key figures: Khalil al-Haya and Zahir Jaberin. Negotiations between representatives of Hamas and Israel commenced on October 7, 2025, in Egypt, focusing on indirect talks about exchanging prisoners according to a proposal by then U.S. President Donald Trump.

President Trump expressed optimism regarding the progress in Gaza agreement negotiations, highlighting that all parties, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, had agreed on the proposed terms. He noted that Hamas had accepted several significant conditions and mentioned widespread international support for this accord, citing contributions from Qatar, Turkey, UAE, and Saudi Arabia. Notably, Trump mentioned receiving a strong signal from Iran indicating their willingness to finalize the Gaza agreement, further supported by discussions with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

As negotiations progressed in Egypt, both Palestinian and Israeli delegations engaged in indirect talks aimed at establishing field conditions for releasing detainees on both sides. These efforts underscore a shared commitment to peace, reflecting an improvement in Hamas’s engagement according to Trump.

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In summary, the mediation talks in Sharm El Sheikh represent a hopeful step towards resolving long-standing conflicts, with international cooperation playing a pivotal role in fostering dialogue between Hamas and Israel.

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