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Fatah-Hamas reconciliation, another round for stagnant situation
Meanwhile, efforts continue to overcome fragile ceasefire with Israel
Egypt intensifies reconciliation talks with Hamas, Fatah
Egyptian officials meet with delegations from both groups to study continuation of reconciliation talks
A war of succession
On 12 October, the two warring Palestinian organisations, Fatah and Hamas, signed an agreement, under the auspices of the Egyptian Intelligence Service, to carry out a major national reconciliation. According to this agreement, Hamas was supposed to hand over local governance in the Gaza Strip to the Palestinian government headed by Rami Hamdallah. The Cairo …
Reconciliation efforts resumed
An Egyptian delegation arrived on Sunday 25 February to Gaza, in an effort to bring closer together Fatah and Hamas. Through an Egyptian mediation effort, the two Palestinian factions had signed an agreement on 12 October 2017 in Cairo, committing themselves to carrying out, in letter and spirit, a previous reconciliation accord reached back in …
Cairo hosts Palestinian reconciliation negotiations between Hamas, Fatah
Palestinian rivals agreed to delay transferring power to reconciliation government
Palestinian reconciliation 3-day dialogue launched in Cairo
Fatah, Hamas say they aim to implement 2011 Cairo Agreement
Al-Sisi asserts Egypt’s keenness on achieving Palestinian reconciliation
The president’s meeting with the head of the WJC included discussions over regional issues, efforts to counter terrorism and bilateral relations
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Shoukry discusses outcome of Palestinian reconciliation with Jordanian counterpart
They also discussed bilateral relations and regional issues in mutual interest
Russia welcomes Palestinian reconciliation agreement
Turkey and Qatar tell Hamas they support unity efforts
Fatah, Hamas sign reconciliation deal in Cairo
Sponsored by the Egyptian General Intelligence, the agreement sets a deadline for governmental control in the Gaza Strip
Hamas, Fatah say they’re positive after first round of reconciliation talks
Meeting resumed in Cairo on Wednesday
Palestinian reconciliation talks launched in Cairo’s General Intelligence headquarters
Fatah seeks empowerment in Gaza as Hamas points out humanitarian crisis
A history of Palestine’s failed reconciliation
Occupied Palestine has a complex history of rulership and control, which has deepened with the physical and political intervention of Israel in Arab territories
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Disputes between Hamas, Fatah continue despite Egypt’s calls for reconciliation
Hamas accuses Fatah of being loyal to Israel, Fatah threatens to sue Al-Zahar
Rafah border opened for 2 days amid slight tensions
Hundreds gather at border to protest Hamas’ management of the crossing, say news reports
Knesset imposes tougher punishment on Palestinian ‘stone-throwers’
Israeli forces raided a radio station and confiscated equipment Tuesday, amid continued tension in the Occupied Territories
Tunnel destruction will hasten reconciliation, in coordination with Abbas: Palestine expert
Tunnels intensify division, put more pressure on Palestinians due to rising prices, says Osama Shaath
Hamas rejects construction of ‘water channels’ along Gaza border
This is a normal security procedure designed to destroy smuggling tunnels, says security analyst Khaled Okasha
Foreign Minister visits Saudi Arabia for talks on regional issues
“There were no meetings with Hamas, we support Egypt’s stance towards them,” says Saudi FM
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Netanyahu claims victory in Israeli general elections
Future Israeli governing coalition still unclear, Palestinian authorities pushing to bring Israel to ICC
Israeli air strikes hit Gaza in response to rocket attack
First exchange of fire since August truce
Egyptian ambassador, Abbas discuss latest developments in Palestine
Officials discuss Palestinian statehood and Al-Aqsa Mosque
Egypt ‘deeply concerned’ over new rift between Hamas and Fatah
Abbas accuses Hamas of seeking to “destroy” Palestinian unity
Will Gaza receive pledged donations?
Hamas remain sceptical about aid pledges
Egypt and Israel admit goods to Gaza
Egypt transferred food supplies, while Israel transferred construction material
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Egyptian ceasefire initiative includes no conditions for either party: Al-Sisi
Internationally backed Egyptian proposal was rejected by Hamas, Gaza Strip’s governing body
‘Unjust to focus’ on Rafah: Egyptian ambassador to Palestine
For the past 11 months, Egyptian authorities have repeatedly shut down the border crossing and it is estimated that thousands need to travel
Egyptian foreign ministry welcomes Palestinian unity government
MFA hails Hamas-Fatah agreement as “important step for the restoration of Palestinians’ legitimate rights”
Joint Egypt-Palestine committee calls for end of ‘Israeli siege on Gaza’
This is the first time the committee has convened in nine years and comes ahead of talks at the level of the foreign ministers
Preparations for high-level Egypt-Palestine talks underway
Reconciliation efforts continue in Doha between Palestinian leaders