CAIRO, Nov. 13 (Xinhua) -- The intelligence chiefs of Egypt, Türkiye and Qatar agreed Friday to advance the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement during a trilateral meeting in Cairo, Egypt's state-run MENA news agency reported.
The meeting focused on the latest developments in the Gaza Strip, with the three officials stressing the need to halt attacks and increase humanitarian aid, particularly given adverse weather conditions, according to MENA.
They also called for an immediate halt to continued Israeli violations and urged concrete steps without delay to strengthen ongoing efforts and contribute positively to achieving lasting and sustainable peace in the enclave.
A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, brokered by the United States, Egypt, Qatar, and Türkiye, took effect on Oct. 10, 2025. Its first phase included an exchange of prisoners and detainees between the two sides, the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza, and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from some areas of the enclave.
Despite the ceasefire, Israel continues to launch sporadic military strikes in Gaza, causing casualties. ■
