Two Egyptian officials said the latest round of discussions had ended. They said Hamas presented a proposal that mediators would discuss with Israel in the coming days.
Benny Gantz, a member of Netanyahu’s War Cabinet and his main political rival, met with senior U.S. officials in Washington on a visit that drew a rebuke from the prime minister, the latest sign of a growing rift within Israel’s leadership.
But Israel isn’t participating.
The Cairo talks have been billed as a final hurdle to reach the first extended ceasefire in the war between Hamas and Israel – a 40-day truce during which Israeli hostages would be freed and aid pumped into Gaza – ahead of Ramadan, which is due to begin on March 10.
“The delegation will remain in Cairo on Tuesday for more talks, they are expected to wrap up this round later today,” a Hamas official told Reuters.
Egypt’s Al Qahera television also reported the talks had been extended for a third day, but said they were “facing difficulties”.
The Israelis have stayed away from this round of negotiations