Turkey's Spy Chief Engages with Hamas amid Gaza Ceasefire Talks

Turkey's National Intelligence Agency head, Ibrahim Kalin, has met with Hamas leaders in Ankara to discuss Gaza ceasefire negotiations. Turkey, condemning Israel's actions in Gaza triggered by a Hamas attack, is actively engaging with multiple actors, including the US and Qatar, to broker a ceasefire.

Turkey's National Intelligence Agency head, Ibrahim Kalin, engaged in crucial talks with Hamas leadership in Ankara to facilitate Gaza ceasefire negotiations, according to state broadcaster TRT.

Turkey has strongly condemned Israel's offensive on Gaza, which followed a deadly Hamas attack on Oct. 7. The conflict resulted in extensive casualties, including over 41,000 Palestinian deaths as per Gaza's health ministry.

Through intensive diplomatic efforts, Turkey's intelligence agency is coordinating with involved parties such as Hamas, Israel, Qatar, and the United States, striving for a ceasefire in the region, TRT reported.

(With inputs from agencies.)