US-Hamas Talks Stir Tensions with Israel

US envoy Adam Boehler's discussions with Hamas officials over American hostages in Gaza elicit criticism from Israeli officials. These direct talks, aimed at a potential wide-ranging deal, include proposals for a future truce and disarming of Hamas. The dialogue reflects US desire for resolution without sidelining Israel.

Amid criticism from Israeli officials, US envoy Adam Boehler justified his dialogues with Hamas, seeking the liberation of American hostages in Gaza. The talks, as reported by The Times of Israel, were conducted in parallel with indirect negotiations mediated by Qatar and Egypt, aiming to resolve the ongoing crisis.

Boehler emphasized the urgency, revealing that his discussions were a bid to expedite the release of not only the American but all hostages. In response to queries about a potential truce, he expressed optimism about Hamas eventually disarming and retreating from political influence in Gaza.

Boehler shared details of a 'Hamas proposal' involving a temporary truce and disarmament, a notion he regarded as a constructive initial offer. This proposal suggests international assurance against military activities by Hamas, underscoring the US strategy of balancing negotiations without sidelining Israeli interests, as per The Times of Israel.

(With inputs from agencies.)