Cairo, Egypt: Negotiations over the implementation of the Gaza ceasefire agreement have seen significant progress regarding Hamas’s weapons handover, according to a report by a Russian news channel citing informed sources.
The ongoing talks in Cairo are being led by Hamas leadership, with Mohammed Darwish at the helm and key figures including Khalil al-Hayya, Nizar Awadallah, and Zahir Jabareen participating.
In addition to Hamas, other Palestinian factions such as Islamic Jihad, Popular Front, Democratic Front, Popular Resistance Committees, and the Palestinian National Initiative are also engaged in important consultative sessions.
The primary goal of these negotiations is to establish a transitional administrative structure in Gaza and form an independent technocratic committee. This committee will eventually oversee the governance of Gaza and serve as a foundation for the broader Palestinian national reconciliation process, replacing Hamas in administrative duties.
The talks are part of preparations for the second phase of the Trump-brokered agreement, aimed at securing a long-term ceasefire. Under this agreement, Hamas will hand over its weapons to an international force led by the United Nations, provided the new government and security apparatus in Gaza ensure robust Palestinian representation.
Hamas has repeatedly expressed concerns that the handover can only occur under conditions guaranteeing inclusive Palestinian participation in governance and the armed forces. Sources now suggest that significant progress has been made in today’s discussions, with an official announcement expected soon.
Since the ceasefire, Hamas reports that Israel has committed 497 violations, resulting in over 342 Palestinian casualties. Meanwhile, a senior U.S. delegation has also met with Egyptian officials to discuss the implementation of the second phase of the Sharm El-Sheikh agreement, long-term ceasefire mechanisms, and Egypt’s role in any potential international peacekeeping force.
