ANKARA: Turkey and Hamas have held discussions focused on moving the Gaza ceasefire agreement into its second phase, according to a Turkish Foreign Ministry source familiar with the talks.
The meeting took place in Ankara, where Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with members of Hamas’s political bureau to review the status of the ceasefire and obstacles hindering its further implementation. The discussions centered on concerns raised by Hamas regarding continued Israeli military actions in Gaza, which the group says are undermining efforts to advance the agreement.
According to the source, Hamas representatives told Fidan that they have met their obligations under the existing ceasefire framework. However, they argued that ongoing strikes in Gaza are intended to stall progress toward the next phase of the deal, which is expected to involve expanded humanitarian access and additional political commitments.
The Hamas delegation also highlighted what it described as a severe shortfall in humanitarian assistance entering the enclave. They said current aid deliveries remain inadequate to meet civilian needs, emphasizing shortages of essential medicines, shelter-related equipment, and fuel required to support basic services.
Turkey has positioned itself as a key diplomatic actor in efforts to de-escalate the Gaza conflict and facilitate humanitarian relief. The talks reflect Ankara’s continued engagement with regional stakeholders as international pressure mounts to stabilize the ceasefire and address Gaza’s worsening humanitarian conditions.
