Hamas on Sunday called for a swift start of hostage-prisoner exchange with Israel a day ahead of the crucial talks in Egypt aimed to end the almost two-year war.

“Hamas is very keen to reach an agreement to end the war and immediately begin the prisoner exchange process in accordance with the field conditions," a senior Hamas official told AFP on condition of anonymity.

The Strait Times quoted foreign ministers of several countries, including Egypt, as stating that Monday’s talks would prove to be a real opportunity to achieve a comprehensive and sustainable ceasefire in Gaza.

While the delegation of both Hamas and US have reached Cairo for the talks, the Israeli delegation will reach on Monday.

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