An Israeli negotiating delegation is set to depart from Cairo on Tuesday after formulating an 'updated proposal' for Hamas, as announced by Israel's Prime Minister's Office. The talks, facilitated by Egyptian mediators, aimed to make progress in negotiations for the release of hostages still held in Gaza.
The delegation, comprising representatives from Israel's military, Mossad (Israeli intelligence agency), and ISA (Shin Bet or Shabak - Israel's domestic security agency), engaged in discussions to advance the dialogue with Hamas.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had authorized the delegation's travel to Qatar and Egypt, signaling a proactive approach to resolving the ongoing hostage situation. However, a previous proposal put forward by CIA Director Bill Burns and accepted by Israel was reportedly rejected by Hamas, according to Israeli sources.
Israel emphasized its expectation for the mediators to take decisive actions to push forward the negotiations with Hamas. The involvement of various Israeli security agencies underscores the seriousness with which Israel is approaching the talks and its commitment to finding a resolution.
The development comes amidst ongoing efforts to secure the release of hostages and maintain stability in the region. The outcome of the negotiations and the response from Hamas will be closely monitored as the situation continues to evolve.
