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Sunday, August 10, 2014
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Sunday, August 10, 2014
Israeli officials confirm ceasefire
Add ToI as a Preferred Source on GoogleIsrael accepts an Egyptian proposal for a new 72-hour ceasefire with Palestinian factions in the Gaza Strip.
The move clears the way for the resumption of indirect talks on a long-term ceasefire arrangement in Hamas-ruled Gaza after a month of heavy fighting.
Egypt brokered a similar truce last week. But after the three-day window, Palestinian groups resumed rocket fire on Israel and new fighting erupted.
The Israeli officials, speaking on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to talk to the media, say they accept Egypt’s latest offer. But they add they are wary after last week’s breakdown.
The ceasefire will take effect at midnight, and not at 1 a.m. Monday, as was reported earlier.
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