US Ends Hamas Boycott: Jared Kushner Meets Direct With Terror Group Leaders | KAN 11...

Geopolitics and foreign policy | Aug 18, 2026, 12:12 PM

The United States has held direct talks with Hamas leaders in a shift from prior policy. Senior envoy Jared Kushner and the Peace Council met Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya in Egypt to advance the Gaza ceasefire framework.

Washington is pressing both sides for progress on implementation. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu faces domestic political pressure over demands for complete Hamas demilitarization while President Trump signals limited patience.

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