CAIRO, Oct. 9 (Xinhua) -- Representatives from the Palestinian National Liberation Movement (Fatah) and the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) began talks on Wednesday in Cairo aimed at addressing internal issues in Palestine, high-ranking officials told Egypt's Al-Qahera News TV.
The discussions are expected to focus on the administration of crossings into Gaza and sectors such as health, relief, social development, and education.
Delegates from both factions arrived in Cairo on Tuesday to negotiate the administration of the Gaza Strip.
An informed source told Xinhua that the Hamas delegation is led by Khalil Al-Hayya, the group's deputy chief in Gaza, and Hossam Badran, a member of Hamas's political bureau.
The Egyptian-sponsored talks aims to bridge differences between the two factions regarding the governance of the Gaza Strip and the Rafah Crossing.
The conflict in Gaza began following a Hamas attack on southern Israel on Oct. 7, 2023 that resulted in the deaths of about 1,200 people in Israel.
In response, Israel's military operations in Gaza have led to a reported 41,965 Palestinian deaths and 97,590 injuries, according to the latest figures released by health authorities in Gaza on Tuesday. ■
