Hamas Discusses Gaza Ceasefire Implementation and Future Management in Cairo

Kathmandu. Hamas has stated that it has formally begun discussions in Cairo, the capital of Egypt, with various Palestinian factions and mediators on the implementation of the Gaza ceasefire agreement and the future management of the Gaza Strip on Saturday.

Speaking to reporters, a Hamas spokesperson said that the main objective of the meeting is to fully implement the agreements reached in the first phase of the ceasefire. According to him, this includes ending military activities and tensions, stopping targeted attacks, opening border crossings, and allowing the national committee to enter Gaza.

He further informed that discussions will also be held on the second phase. In this regard, the role of an international peacekeeping force or a technical committee will be deliberated upon, and efforts will be made to find a solution acceptable to all parties regarding the issue of Palestinian disarmament.

He stated that Hamas prioritizes the interests of the Palestinian people and is trying to remove any reasons that could lead to the recurrence of conflict in Gaza. A delegation of Hamas leadership in Gaza and representatives of other Palestinian factions arrived in Cairo on Friday. The talks are expected to continue for a few days.

These developments are taking place amidst the situation where the ceasefire agreement reached in October 2025 has not yet been fully implemented. Important aspects of the agreement, such as disarmament and reconstruction, are still in process.

Under the first phase of the ceasefire, provisions were made for the exchange of prisoners, entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza, and withdrawal of troops from some areas. The second phase of the ceasefire was announced to begin in mid-January. This phase includes troop withdrawal, disarmament, reconstruction, and the formation of an interim administrative structure.