Israel and Palestinian militants agree to respect truce in Gaza strip since sunday evening at the suggestion of Cairothe sources said after heavy Israeli shelling of Palestinian targets over the weekend and rocket attacks on Israeli territory from the Palestinian enclave.
An Egyptian security source said Israel had agreed to the ceasefire offer, while a Palestinian official familiar with Egypt’s mediation efforts said the ceasefire would go into effect at 10:00 pm local time.
Representatives of Israel and Islamic Jihad did not confirm the ceasefire agreement, saying only that they maintain contact with Cairo.
According to APE
Source: Kathimerini
Anna White is a journalist at 247 News Reel, where she writes on world news and current events. She is known for her insightful analysis and compelling storytelling. Anna’s articles have been widely read and shared, earning her a reputation as a talented and respected journalist. She delivers in-depth and accurate understanding of the world’s most pressing issues.