Hamas leader heads to Cairo for Gaza talks ahead of Kushner visit
Hamas political leader Khalil al-Hayya is traveling to Cairo for talks with Egyptian officials ahead of a planned visit by US envoy Jared Kushner. The meetings occur amid ongoing conflict and stalled ceasefire negotiations regarding the Gaza Strip.
Why it matters
These diplomatic efforts are critical to the ongoing Gaza conflict and the potential for a ceasefire or hostage exchange deal involving international mediators.
Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya to meet Egyptian intelligence chief Hassan Rashad in Cairo amid ongoing Gaza tensions.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Khalil al-Hayya, Hamas top political leader who has represented the group in negotiations for a ceasefire and captive exchange deal, speaks during an interview with The Associated Press, in Istanbul, Turkiye, on April 24, 2024 [File: Khalil Hamra/AP] By Al Jazeera Staff , AFP and Anadolu Published On 16 Aug 2026 16 Aug 2026 Hamas political leader and chief negotiator Khalil al-Hayya is travelling to Cairo for talks with Egyptian officials, according to Hamas sources, ahead of a planned Middle East visit by US President Donald Trump’s envoy, Jared Kushner.
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