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U.S. Envoys Meet Hamas Amid Gaza Ceasefire Tensions

3/18/2026

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Trump's Envoys Negotiate

Envoys from U.S. President Donald Trump's "Board of Peace" met with Hamas representatives in Cairo to address the fragile Gaza ceasefire on October 23, 2023.
Hamas warned it may withdraw from ceasefire commitments if Israel continues new restrictions on Gaza.
Israel announced plans to reopen the Rafah crossing following a security assessment.
Ongoing Israeli military strikes in Gaza have caused casualties, raising concerns about Israel's compliance with Trump's Gaza plan, which includes potential disarmament of Hamas.
Further discussions are expected later this week.

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Hamas Strengthens Control

Hamas is reasserting control over the Gaza Strip amid the war with Iran, according to analysts.
Analysts say the conflict has helped Hamas strengthen its authority, with parades and police deployed across Gaza.
Michael Milshtein of the Dayan Center says Hamas is improving governance and taxation systems.
Mukhaimer Abu Saada says Gaza's postwar plans have stalled as international focus shifts.
If Iran remains strong, it could bolster Hamas's position.

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Trump's Envoys Negotiate

Envoys from U.S. President Donald Trump's "Board of Peace" met with Hamas representatives in Cairo to address the fragile Gaza ceasefire on October 23, 2023.
Hamas warned it may withdraw from ceasefire commitments if Israel continues new restrictions on Gaza.
Israel announced plans to reopen the Rafah crossing following a security assessment.
Ongoing Israeli military strikes in Gaza have caused casualties, raising concerns about Israel's compliance with Trump's Gaza plan, which includes potential disarmament of Hamas.
Further discussions are expected later this week.

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