Good vibes alert from Gaza! Hamas and Israel’s talking through mediators in Sharm El-Sheikh is bringing unexpected hope for a ceasefire and hostage swap 🤝.
The indirect talks use a 20-point peace plan pitched by US President Donald Trump last month. It lays out steps like stopping the fighting, freeing all captives, disarming Hamas and a gradual Israeli pullout from Gaza.
Top mediators from Qatar, Türkiye and the US—plus envoys like Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner—are hustling to clear roadblocks. Senior Hamas official Taher al-Nunu says the mood is optimistic and a first list of Palestinian prisoners is on the table.
On the flip side, Hamas plans to release 47 hostages (alive and sadly some deceased) seized back on October 7, 2023. A big name in the mix is Marwan Barghouti, sometimes called the ‘Palestinian Mandela’ by supporters.
Next up: ironing out troop withdrawal maps, timelines and legal guarantees from Trump and sponsor countries that the war really ends once and for all. If all goes well, we could see real progress soon 🚀.
For young pros hustling in South and Southeast Asia, this moment shows how global diplomacy can shift even the toughest conflicts—proof that optimism and dialogue still matter in 2024.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
