Sharm El-Sheikh... Decisive Negotiations Between Hamas and Israel Herald a Historic Opportunity for Peace After Years of Conflict

On Tuesday evening, the second round of negotiations between the Hamas delegation and international mediators concluded in Sharm El-Sheikh, with a strong focus on withdrawal maps and a timetable for the release of prisoners. Hamas has set strict conditions, linking the release of Israeli prisoners to the full withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip and demanding international guarantees for a definitive end to the war, the return of refugees, and the flow of humanitarian aid.

Meanwhile, Saraya al-Quds reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to a full swap deal that includes an end to the war and liberation, a position supported by all resistance factions. They pledged that resistance weapons will not be laid down until the objectives of liberating the land and defeating the occupation are achieved.

Beyond the negotiation table, US President Donald Trump emphasized the presence of a real opportunity to achieve a historic agreement that could bring peace to the Middle East. He assured families of Israeli prisoners of ongoing, intense efforts to secure the release of their loved ones within days. Trump clarified that the continuation of the war is directly tied to the release of prisoners, vowing to eradicate Hamas "so the tragedy does not recur," and to tirelessly advance a foreign policy grounded in "peace through strength."

The Qatari foreign ministry spokesman announced four hours of meticulous negotiations, reaffirming Qatar's commitment to promoting Trump's plan and ending the war. Elsewhere, US envoys are preparing to join crucial rounds with expectations of a final agreement between Israel and Hamas, despite lingering disagreements on the release mechanism and ceasefire.

These developments coincide with emphatic calls from the families of Israeli prisoners to demonstrate in Tel Aviv, pressuring for the release of their relatives.

As the region undergoes a historic transformation, all eyes are on the outcome of these decisive negotiations, holding great hope for the Palestinian people and the wider region to finally end years of conflict and suffering.