China Mediates Key Israel-Palestine Talks Amid Gaza Crisis

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Israel and Egypt are discussing a potential withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza's border with Egypt as part of a cease-fire deal with Hamas. This move could address one of the main obstacles to a truce, although Israel is concerned about Hamas restocking its arsenal. The negotiations include measures to prevent arms smuggling, such as installing electronic sensors and constructing underground barriers. Publicly, both nations have been reluctant to confirm the talks, and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has dismissed reports of the discussions as "fake news."
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- Report: Hamas, Fatah to hold talks on postwar Gaza in Beijing next week The Times of Israel
- China’s mediation in Gaza war beset with pitfalls The Tribune India
- Israel–China Dialogue Is Required to Prevent Further Deterioration of Relations INSS
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