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Egypt says “significant progress” has been made in Gaza ceasefire talks, as negotiations between Israel and Hamas continue in Sharm el-Sheikh under a US-backed peace initiative. The talks are focusing on creating a concrete mechanism to secure a complete Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and ensure the full, unimpeded flow of humanitarian aid. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty expressed hope that this current momentum could conclude the war and alleviate the famine in the enclave. The discussions are built around a US proposal that Hamas has agreed to in principle, which also includes a captive and prisoner exchange. While a final agreement is not yet guaranteed, an atmosphere of optimism surrounds the talks, raising hopes for a potential deal that could pave the way toward a political solution based on a two-state framework.
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