On December 20, local time, Turkish National Intelligence Director Kalin met with Hamas Politburo chief negotiator Khalil Haya and his accompanying delegation in Istanbul. The two sides exchanged views on how to create the necessary conditions to facilitate the transition to the second phase of the cease-fire in Gaza, as well as current problems and countermeasures. The Hamas side said that the organization complies with the relevant provisions of the cease-fire and informed the Turkish authorities about the situation it has in its hands regarding Israel's violation of the cease-fire agreement. The meeting also discussed Turkey's relevant efforts as a guarantor to promote the implementation of the cease-fire agreement in Gaza and how to prevent Israel from further violating the ceasefire agreement. During the talks, the two sides reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the Palestinian national reconciliation process with the goal of establishing an independent Palestinian State.

On December 20, local time, Turkish National Intelligence Director Kalin met with Hamas Politburo chief negotiator Khalil Haya and his accompanying delegation in Istanbul. The two sides exchanged views on how to create the necessary conditions to facilitate the transition to the second phase of the cease-fire in Gaza, as well as current problems and countermeasures. The Hamas side said that the organization complies with the relevant provisions of the cease-fire and informed the Turkish authorities about the situation it has in its hands regarding Israel's violation of the cease-fire agreement. The meeting also discussed Turkey's relevant efforts as a guarantor to promote the implementation of the cease-fire agreement in Gaza and how to prevent Israel from further violating the ceasefire agreement. During the talks, the two sides reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the Palestinian national reconciliation process with the goal of establishing an independent Palestinian State.