Afghanistan, Oct. 5 -- Israeli and Hamas delegations will meet in Egypt's Sharm el-Sheikh on Monday for U.S.-backed talks aimed at securing a Gaza ceasefire and prisoner exchange.

Delegations from Israel and Hamas are set to meet in the Egyptian resort city of Sharm el-Sheikh on Monday, October 6, for high-stakes negotiations aimed at achieving a ceasefire and prisoner exchange under a peace plan proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Egypt's Foreign Ministry confirmed that Cairo will host the two sides as part of its broader diplomatic efforts to end the war in Gaza and facilitate the U.S.-backed initiative. The ministry said the talks will focus on the exchange of hostages and the mechanisms needed to implement a lasting truce.

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