The Palestinian group Hamas is keen on “swiftly” returning to ceasefire talks to end Israel’s war on Gaza.

Axar.az informs, citing Anadolu Agency, the state-affiliated Al-Qahera News channel, citing the source, said a Hamas delegation held talks in Cairo with Egyptian intelligence chief Hassan Rashad to discuss ways to advance de-escalation efforts in Gaza.

“Egypt is intensifying its contacts with all parties to reach a truce in preparation for ending the war,” the source said.

Hamas “affirmed its commitment to quickly returning to ceasefire and de-escalation negotiations and praised Egypt’s efforts to deliver aid into Gaza and assist its residents,” he added.