Indirect Gaza Ceasefire Talks Continue in Egypt’s Sharm El-Sheikh

Indirect negotiations between delegations from Hamas and Israel are continuing in the Egyptian resort city of Sharm El-Sheikh, as mediators seek to secure a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. The talks are expected to last several more days due to the persistent differences between the two sides, according to the German news agency (DPA).

DPA reported on Tuesday that the opening session of the Sharm El-Sheikh talks resulted in a roadmap outlining the framework for the current round of negotiations. The discussions focused primarily on ceasefire arrangements and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip.

Mediators are reportedly working to establish a clear timeline for a potential prisoner exchange and the stabilization of the truce on the ground.

The ongoing talks are part of broader diplomatic efforts, led by Egypt and supported by international partners, to de-escalate hostilities and pave the way for a sustainable ceasefire following months of intense fighting.

Observers say the diverging positions of Hamas and Israel—particularly over security guarantees and territorial arrangements—remain key challenges to reaching a final agreement.