Israel and Hamas have commenced indirect negotiations aimed at ending the war in Gaza, coinciding with the second anniversary of the conflict. The talks, which began on Monday in Egypt’s Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh, are being brokered by the United States, with both parties indicating initial support for US President Donald Trump’s peace plan.

The proposed peace initiative, which has gained broad international support, outlines a multi-phase roadmap starting with a ceasefire and the release of all remaining hostages held by Hamas. In exchange, Israel would release hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, including 250 serving life sentences and 1,700 detained from Gaza since the war began. All women and children are to be included, along with 15 Palestinian bodies for every deceased hosta

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