Live Update 
From the Liveblog of
Monday, August 18, 2014
From the Liveblog of
Monday, August 18, 2014
Egypt pushes for another truce extension
Despite a previous statement that it would not seek another truce extension, Egypt is making a bid to prolong the current lull and press on with negotiations for a long-term ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian factions in the Gaza Strip.
The indirect negotiations kick off once again on Monday ahead of the truce’s expiration at midnight.
