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'Hamas had no choice but to bend': Egypt races to diplomatic solution in Gaza while Israel steps up war

Egypt isolates Hamas in Cairo talks, pressing it to drop its demand for a full ceasefire; with Arab factions united behind a partial deal and no regional cover left, Cairo signals that Gaza’s future—and Hamas’ fate—now hangs in the balance

Waseem Abu Mahadi and Jacob Wirtschafter/The Media Line | 08.20.25

בדר עבד אל עאטי ומוחמד מוסטפא בהצהרה לתקשורת במעבר רפיח

At Rafah crossing, Egypt presents its grand vision for post-war Gaza

Analysis: Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty took Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa to the Rafah crossing, focusing on Gaza’s two million residents, criticizing Israel while avoiding mention of Hamas or Islamic Jihad

Smadar Perry | 08.19.25

Egyptian goals in Gaza ceasefire meeting highlight push for deal

As Qatari officials arrive in Egypt for key meetings on hostage release and ceasefire deal in Gaza, discussions focus on a 60-day truce, captive release, Hamas disarmament and the Strip's future governance: Some Hamas members will be exiled

Einav Halabi, Itamar Eichner, Lior Ben Ari | 08.18.25

Qatari PM arriving in Egypt for Gaza ceasefire talks as all wait for Hamas response to new proposal

Hamas receives a new ceasefire and hostage-release proposal, with a formal response expected after consultations in Cairo, where Qatari and Egyptian leaders coordinate with Palestinian factions and mediators

Lior Ben Ari, Itamar Eichner | 08.18.25

Netanyahu rejects partial Gaza deal, demands release of all hostages in single agreement

Hamas accuses Israel of creeping assault on Gaza City as Israel readies tents and shelters to push civilians south; PM sets terms for any deal, signaling rejection of a partial agreement

Yoav Zitun, Itamar Eichner, Einav Halabi | 08.17.25

בנימין נתניהו, ראש ממשלת קטאר ו חליל אל-חיה

Hamas softens stance on partial hostage deal as Israel weighs next move

Mediators say Hamas is now willing to discuss a partial deal, weeks after talks collapsed; Some Israeli officials warn it could be a stalling tactic, while others insist saving even a few hostages cannot be ignored

Itamar Eichner, Lihi Gordon | 08.15.25

בנימין נתניהו א-סיסי נשיא מצרים חליל אל חיה

Airstrikes hit central Gaza, Hamas delegation in Egypt for talks on 'comprehensive deal'

Talks in Cairo aim to end fighting, allow humanitarian aid and explore governance in Gaza; Egyptian sources say Hamas showed flexibility on international forces, police formation and a transitional administration

Einav Halabi, Iskander Khabibulin | 08.13.25

Hamas delegation arrives in Cairo for talks on comprehensive Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal

Hamas negotiators in Cairo discuss a new Egyptian plan for a full ceasefire, release of all hostages, symbolic exile and Gaza demilitarization; Disputes remain after failed Doha talks, but mediators see room for compromise

Itamar Eichner | 08.12.25

בנימין נתניהו, סטיב וויטקוף ו חליל אל-חיה

Hamas delegation heads to Egypt amid looming IDF offensive in Gaza

Terror group prepares to meet Egyptian intelligence amid stalled ceasefire talks and Israel’s threat to seize Gaza City, as mediators push for a 60-day truce while Netanyahu insists Hamas’ demands are preventing a deal

Einav Halabi, Lior Ben Ari | 08.11.25

No porn, no smoking, no animal abuse: Egypt launches public morality campaign

'Correct Your Perceptions' campaign, led by Ministry of Religious Endowments, targets over 40 issues—from pornography and smoking to animal abuse, cheating, violence, social media addiction, bullying, family conflicts and water waste

Lior Ben Ari | 08.11.25

All the hostages, all at once: Egypt, Qatar formulate new plan for ending Gaza war

Backed by major Gulf states, the proposal would see Israel withdraw from Gaza in exchange for the release of all hostages, with an Arab-Palestinian committee overseeing the strip until a new Palestinian government is formed and trained security forces take over

Itamar Eichner, AP | 08.08.25

Leviathan partners sign $35 billion gas export deal with Egypt

NewMed Energy, Chevron and Ratio Energies signed a major amendment to their gas export deal with Egypt, adding 130 BCM to the contract; Exports will rise significantly in two phases, pending key approvals

Ynet | 08.07.25

Pushed to the sidelines: How Egypt lost its heavyweight standing in the Arab world

Analysis: As Cairo’s regional influence wanes amid economic strain, foreign disinvestment and US indifference, President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi struggles to maintain relevance in Gaza ceasefire negotiations

Smadar Perry | 08.06.25

'Very serious miscalculation': Egyptian official signals break in Hamas relations after public criticism

Cairo says Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya’s accusations of inaction have strained ties, as top Egyptian official warns Israel may reoccupy Gaza amid stalled talks and pressure after hostage videos

Lior Ben Ari | 08.05.25

When Hamas crosses a red line in the Arab world

Analysis: Hamas official Khalil al-Hayya sparks diplomatic backlash in Egypt and Jordan with direct appeals to their citizens, crossing a red line by inciting internal unrest and undermining national efforts to support Palestinians

Lior Ben Ari | 08.01.25

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