Hamas, US hold direct talks over Gaza ceasefire, humanitarian aid: Reports

Hamas is holding direct negotiations with the US administration to secure a ceasefire in Gaza and allow humanitarian aid into the Strip, according to multiple reports.

A senior Palestinian official told Reuters that talks are underway, focusing on reducing hostilities and facilitating the delivery of aid. The official said the goal is to ease the humanitarian crisis while exploring a broader de-escalation.

Another senior Hamas official confirmed to Al Jazeera that “for several days now, direct negotiations have been taking place between Hamas and the American administration regarding a ceasefire in Gaza and the entry of goods.”

The US government has not officially confirmed the reported negotiations.