Hamas delegation goes to Cairo

A source from Hamas told AA, "A high-level delegation led by Movement Chairman Khalil al-Hayye will reach Cairo tonight to hold talks with Egyptian officials." he said.

Stating that the visit is Hayye's first visit to Egypt after assuming the presidency of Hamas, the source stated that the delegation will meet with the Head of the Egyptian General Intelligence Service, Major General Hasan Reşad.

The source noted that a number of issues and developments regarding the Palestine issue will be discussed at the meeting, especially the talks on making the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip permanent.

It was stated that in addition to Hayye, the delegation also included Hamas Shura Council President Muhammed Derviş, Hamas's foreign representative Khalid Meshaal, West Bank responsible Zaher Jabbarin and Arab and Islamic Relations Office Manager Basim Naim.