Israel and Hamas reach long-lasting cease fireEgypt has brokered an agreement on a long-term ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian militants in Gaza, senior Palestinian officials have said, BBC reports.A negotiator from Hamas, Moussa Abu Marzouk said that the cease fire will end the seven weeks of fighting that has left more than 2,200 people dead.The Palestinians said Israel had agreed to ease its blockade of Gaza to allow in aid supplies and building materials.
Egypt has brokered an agreement on a long-term ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian militants in Gaza, senior Palestinian officials have said, BBC reports.
A negotiator from Hamas, Moussa Abu Marzouk said that the cease fire will end the seven weeks of fighting that has left more than 2,200 people dead.
The Palestinians said Israel had agreed to ease its blockade of Gaza to allow in aid supplies and building materials.
