Summary
U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and President Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, will participate in peace talks between Israeli and Hamas representatives in Egypt. The discussions aim to address key issues, including a possible ceasefire and hostage exchange. The talks come as the parties seek to find common ground despite current disagreements.
Key Facts
- Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are joining peace talks in Egypt on Wednesday.
- These talks involve indirect negotiations between Israeli and Hamas representatives.
- Previous discussions ended without concrete outcomes, according to a senior Palestinian official.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu did not comment on the talks but emphasized Israel's war goals.
- Qatar's prime minister is also participating to help push forward a ceasefire and hostage agreement.
- The negotiations focus on a permanent ceasefire, hostage exchange, Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, humanitarian aid arrangements, and governance after the conflict.
- President Trump expressed optimism about the possibility of peace in the Middle East.
