A New Round of Mediator-Hamas Talks in Sharm El-Sheikh Amid Positive Atmosphere

In a promising turn towards peace, mediators and Hamas representatives convened once again in the idyllic setting of Sharm El-Sheikh on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. The meeting, held amidst an optimistic atmosphere, marked another chapter in the ongoing dialogue aimed at resolving tensions through diplomatic means.

The Cairo News Channel reported that preliminary discussions had concluded with a sense of positivity. Continuous engagement was scheduled later that day, underscoring both parties’ commitment to finding common ground. Sources revealed that the initial meetings were characterized by constructive exchanges and established clear pathways for future negotiations and their mechanisms.

Hamas informed the mediators of significant concerns, highlighting that ongoing airstrikes in Gaza posed considerable challenges to any progress towards releasing prisoners. The delegation from Hamas included notable figures such as Khalil al-Haya and Zuhair Jbarin.

The indirect talks between Hamas and Israel commenced earlier that week under the auspices of Egypt, guided by President Donald Trump’s proposal aimed at a prisoner exchange agreement. President Trump expressed optimism about advancements in Gaza’s peace deal, noting consensus across various parties including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He emphasized Hamas’s willingness to accept critical components of the proposed settlement.

Trump highlighted the support from international stakeholders such as Qatar, Turkey, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia, all contributing towards finalizing the agreement. Even Iran reportedly signaled interest in reaching a resolution for Gaza, adding another layer of diplomatic complexity. Trump also mentioned discussions with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, who advocated strongly for achieving an accord.

Trump concluded by suggesting that Hamas’s current conduct was commendable and expressed confidence in the overall positive trajectory towards finalizing the Gaza agreement. The delegations engaged in Egypt for ceasefire talks at Gaza were set to begin indirect negotiations between Palestinian and Israeli representatives, focusing on mechanisms to ease field conditions conducive to prisoner exchanges.

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