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Egypt Talks Revive U.S. Plan for Hostage Swap and Phased Israeli Pullback at Two-Year Mark

UN figures show catastrophic Palestinian losses, intensifying global pressure for a ceasefire.

Overview

  • Negotiations have resumed in Egypt under President Trump’s framework, with Egypt and Qatar mediating toward a hostage‑prisoner exchange.
  • The U.S. proposal centers on Hamas disarmament, its exclusion from Gaza governance, and a gradual Israeli military withdrawal.
  • Trump said he believes an agreement is close, though disputes remain over withdrawal terms and who would administer Gaza.
  • According to ámbito.com, 48 people remain in captivity with 28 confirmed dead, and three Argentine nationals are reported alive in Gaza while Lior Rudaeff was killed on Oct. 7.
  • Outlets citing UN tallies report more than 65,000–67,000 Palestinian deaths and vast displacement, and analysts describe growing diplomatic isolation for Israel.