In a bid to address the longstanding tensions and violence, an Israeli delegation has made its way to Egypt for crucial discussions with Hamas, aimed at negotiating the release of hostages. Despite significant skepticism among some political figures, the talks have been seen as a potential turning point.

"The initial phase of these discussions is expected to conclude this week," former U.S. President Donald Trump emphasized in a recent statement. He urged all parties involved to expedite their efforts, highlighting the dire consequences of failure: "Time is of the essence or massive bloodshed will follow - something that nobody wants to see."

Avichai Boaron, affiliated with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud Party, expressed optimism about what he termed a "huge opportunity" presented by Trump's peace initiative. The plan aims not only to secure the release of hostages but also to liberate Gaza from Hamas's grip, transforming it into a region of prosperity rather than conflict.

The success of this ambitious goal largely hinges on Monday’s negotiations in Cairo. Boaron outlined key conditions for success: establishing a task force dedicated to preventing Hamas from rearming, excluding the Palestinian Authority from the proceedings, and ensuring that Gaza does not fall under Islamist control again.

Boaron stressed that dismantling Hamas as a terror organization is paramount. "If we fail," he warned, "other terror groups will learn from this and realize they don't need atomic bombs or ballistic missiles to challenge Israel - kidnappings could become their weapon of choice." Such outcomes pose global risks beyond Israel's borders.