Egypt, Qatar, and Türkiye mediated a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, during which Hamas released Israeli captives.

The entities involved

• Egypt →

  country in Northeast Africa and Southwest Asia

  • Joseph interprets Pharaoh's troubling dream and plans crop storage in Egypt to prevent an impending famine.01:40
  • The Muslim Brotherhood (Q133207) has been removed from power in Egypt (Q79).Mon 23:01
• Qatar →

  country in West Asia

  • SpaceX acquired US spectrum and received investment from Qatar and Mastercard associates, while Airtel Africa announced its major listing on the LSE.00:38
  • Pakistan, Qatar, and Libya are increasing energy cooperation, focusing on LNG, crude oil supply, and refinery upgrades.Mon 14:07
• Hamas →

  Palestinian Islamist political and military organization

  • Hamas conducted deadly raids on Israel on October 12, 2026, while the Democratic Party discussed red lines regarding the conflict.05:17
  • The Oct. 7 massacre led to the outbreak of war, with a series focusing on Israeli counterterrorism units.01:24
• Gaza Strip →

  self-governing Palestinian territory next to Egypt and Israel

  • Hezbollah launched rockets into northern Israel, amid ongoing IDF operations and opposition to US-Iran peace talks.04:36
  • AP and NPR published live webcam footage and reports detailing life in Gaza City.00:27

Related events

• A complex peace process is underway regarding Gaza, involving the establishment of a Palestinian state, with key players including Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar, Egypt, Pakistan, and Donald Trump.Aug 1
• Egypt is involved in discussions regarding a potential ceasefire in Gaza, playing a central role in regional mediation efforts amid broader Middle East stability concerns.Jun 17
• Egypt and Qatar are mediating the stalled Gaza ceasefire, with a negotiator meeting Hamas chief to push progress.Aug 17
• Qatar signed an agreement to supply fuel to Gaza Strip and highlighted its mediation efforts during the UNGA session in New York.Sep 25
• The Board of Peace was initiated and a multinational force deployed in the Gaza Strip on June 30, 2026, during ceasefire talks.Jun 30