In a major shift in Middle East diplomacy, the U.S. has broken a long-standing policy by holding direct talks with Hamas leaders.
Senior envoy Jared Kushner and members of the Peace Council met in Egypt with Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya to push for the implementation of the Gaza ceasefire framework.

As Washington pressures both sides to show progress, Netanyahu faces intense political heat in Israel over demands for complete Hamas demilitarization, while President Trump makes clear his patience is not limitless.