Talks in Egypt are focusing on a potential ceasefire, hostage releases and prisoner exchanges. Photo: AP PHOTO

Delegations from Israel and Hamas have begun indirect negotiations in Egypt that the United States hopes will bring a halt to the war in Gaza, facing contentious issues such as demands that Israel pull out of the enclave and Hamas disarm.

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Israel and Hamas have both endorsed the overall principles behind President Donald Trump's plan, under which fighting would cease, hostages go free and aid pour into Gaza.

The plan also has the backing of Arab and Western states. Trump ha

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