The recent agreement between Israel and Hamas on the release of hostages and the exchange of Palestinian prisoners marks a significant diplomatic breakthrough — and an early victory for U.S. President Donald Trump.
President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi © Mena Today
The recent agreement between Israel and Hamas on the release of hostages and the exchange of Palestinian prisoners marks a significant diplomatic breakthrough — and an early victory for U.S. President Donald Trump.
The deal, brokered in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, reflects a strategic shift in mediation efforts, distancing the negotiations from Doha, Qatar.
According to sources familiar with the talks, Israel firmly opposed hosting discussions in Qatar, citing distrust toward Qatari and Turkish mediation channels. Both countries are known to support and host senior Hamas leaders.
Instead, the Israeli government expressed greater confidence in Egyptian diplomats, a preference shared by the United States. The Trump administration actively supported Egypt's role in facilitating the talks, seeing it as a more stable and credible partner in the region.
This marks a win not only for Trump, but also for Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, whose government played a central role in bringing both sides to the table.
The agreement is considered the first phase of a broader strategy pushed by Washington to de-escalate tensions and potentially open the door to future negotiations.
While the road ahead remains uncertain, this deal signals a rare moment of alignment between Israeli, Egyptian, and American interests — and a possible blueprint for future regional diplomacy.
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