Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
Egypt has announced a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas that is set to begin at 7pm UK time. The announcement was made by the Egyptian foreign minister in Cairo alongside US Secretary if State Hillary Clinton.
Israeli troops braced for Gaza attack
Israeli aircraft attacked the headquarters of Hamas government buildings in Gaza today, including Prime Minister Ismali Haniya's office, after Israel's Cabinet approved a plan for the army to put 75,000 reserve troops on standby.
Officials in Gaza say that at least 38 Palestinians and three Israelis have died since Israel killed Hamas's military chief on Wednesday.
Rocket fire from Gaza into Israel continued into the early hours of Saturday morning.
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Return of the bus bomb has struck terror in Tel Aviv
Today's bombing in Tel Aviv is reminiscent of six years ago and could mark a serious escalation in the conflict.
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Gaza truce suits all sides but is no guarantee of peace
A truce in Gaza suits all sides but none of the groups seem interested in a long-lasting solution.
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Close up on Israel's Iron Dome air defence system
A complex system of air defences has been instrumental in protecting Israel's population from incoming rockets.