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Türkiye’s intelligence chief meets with Hamas delegation over Gaza ceasefire

Ibrahim Kalin, head of Türkiye’s National Intelligence Organization (MIT)

20 December 2025 20:55 (UTC +04:00)

Türkiye’s intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin on Saturday met with a delegation from the Palestinian group Hamas in Istanbul to discuss the Gaza ceasefire agreement, APA reports.

Khalil al-Hayya, a member of Hamas' Political Bureau and head of the negotiation team, led the delegation.

During the meeting, the Hamas delegation said it is complying with the ceasefire terms and provided information on Israeli violations.

The talks also focused on guarantor country Türkiye’s intensive efforts to ensure the implementation of the ceasefire in Gaza and steps to prevent Israel’s violations.

The two sides discussed the conditions needed to move to the second phase of the Gaza Peace Plan and ways to address existing challenges.

The meeting included a briefing on Türkiye’s humanitarian aid to Gaza and discussions on ongoing efforts with regional countries and international organizations to ensure the entry of more aid, particularly tents.

Both delegations reaffirmed their commitment to Palestinian national reconciliation and the goal of establishing an independent Palestinian state.