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Cabinet Was Split Over Ceasefire - But Netanyahu Accepted Anyway

Ministers from Jewish Home, Yisrael Beytenu and even Likud opposed truce - but PM circumvented cabinet vote on a legal technicality.

Senior Journalist: Hamas Gained a 'Huge Achievement'

Military analyst Roni Daniel says ceasefire a huge boost for Hamas, which 'dictated our lives for 50 days and stood firm against IDF.'

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Ceasefire Begins, With Rockets Still Raining Down on Israel

Israeli government accepts Egyptian-brokered ceasefire deal, starting from 7 p.m. Israel-time; rockets still falling.

Ministers, MKs Critical Over Ceasefire with Hamas

Bennett and Livni both oppose giving Hamas achievements at end of Gaza operation; Livni again calls for two state solution.

ZOA Lashes Out at Obama for Proposed Hamas-Israel Equation

US proposal equates Israel with Hamas - sparking ire from American Jewish groups.

U.S. Drafts UN Resolution on Gaza Ceasefire

Diplomats say Washington has prepared draft outline for resolution demanding a ceasefire, working on it with other countries.

Egypt 'Awaiting' Israel's Response to Month-Long Ceasefire

Senior sources in Cairo say Egypt is still waiting for Israel to respond to its proposal for a month-long in Gaza.

Netanyahu Considering Imminent Hamas Ceasefire

PM discusses with senior security officials, as Egypt waits for an Israeli answer on month-long truce proposed to start tonight.

Minister Insists Israel Will Not Abandon Gaza Belt

Finance Minister Yair Lapid vows to help strengthen the South - both politically and financially.

Security Minister Admits Gov't Not Tough Enough Against Hamas

Internal Security Minister calls on gov't to deal 'more violently' with Hamas after meeting family of 4-year-old killed in mortar attack.

Report: Israel Ready to Accept 'Open-Ended' Truce

Egypt still waiting on Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal to respond to offer, which would last for minimum of one month.

Islamic Jihad: Ceasefire Within 'Hours'; Hamas Disagrees

Islamic Jihad says truce to come into effect imminently, while Hamas's leadership refuses anything short of total capitulation by Israel.

Abbas: Egypt Inviting Delegations Back for Talks

Egypt calls for ceasefire as PA pledges to participate in renewed talks 'as soon as a ceasefire goes into effect.'

Abbas and Mashaal Hold Second Day of Talks in Qatar

Palestinian Authority and Hamas leaders hold second meeting in as many days, as Hamas reportedly backtracks on talks rejection.

Security Council Urges Return to Ceasefire Talks

UN Security Council urges Israel and the Palestinian Arabs to return to the negotiating table to quickly agree on a lasting truce in Gaza.

Operation Protective Edge: Day 44

Israel, Hamas Officially Cease Cairo Talks

End to abortive talks as rocket fire continues; both delegations being pulled out of Cairo.

Egypt Calls for Resumption of Talks, 'Regrets' Breach of Truce

Egyptian government says it 'profoundly regrets' yesterday's breach of the ceasefire, as violence once again escalates.

UN Chief Condemns Breach of Gaza Ceasefire

Ban Ki-moon says he is "gravely disappointed" by the resumption of hostilities in the region, calls for permanent ceasefire.

PA Official: It's All Israel's Fault

Senior official who heads the Palestinian Arab delegation to Cairo says Israel is to blame for the collapse of the temporary truce.

Hamas Accuses Israel of 'Stalling' Cairo Talks

Hamas spokesman claims Israel is purposely 'dragging its feet' in talks - despite its own stubbornness against concessions.

Meshaal, Abbas to Meet in Qatar Despite Hamas Coup Attempt

PA, Hamas leaders to meet in Doha over Gaza ceasefire, as questions remain over whether the unity government will last.

Israeli Official Denies Agreement to Lift Gaza Blockade

Official involved in ongoing Cairo talks says reports made of significant breakthrough by Palestinian delegation false.

Journalist: What Are We Getting Out of the Ceasefire Agreement?

Journalist and radio host Sharon Gal slams reported ceasefire deal that was reached between Israel and Hamas.

UN Offers to 'Monitor' Construction Material Imports into Gaza

Despite ample evidence that UN-funded building materials are used for terror tunnels, Robert Serry blindly pushes for 'humanitarian aid.'

Gaza Ceasefire Extended by 24 Hours

Israeli and Palestinian Arab negotiators agree to extend a temporary ceasefire in Gaza by 24 hours. Current truce was to expire at midnight.

IDF Preparing for Possible Resumption of Rocket Fire

IDF preparing for a resumption of rocket fire from Gaza before the end of the current five-day ceasefire.

Bennett: 'Yes' to Humanitarian Aid, 'No' to Terror

Economics Minister pushes for Israel to leave talks, says the key to restoring peace is to provide humanitarian aid and hit Hamas hard.

Netanyahu: Israel Won't Gift Hamas 'Political Win' in Truce

PM: Hamas lost militarily, now trying to win diplomatically in Cairo talks; Gaza airport would be 'Duty Free of rockets', says Minister

Report: US Assigned to Pressure Israel in Truce Agreements

Washington to maintain pressure on Israel as part of truce deal, according to an Arabic daily - in another blow to US-Israel relations.

Hamas Rejects Egyptian Ceasefire Proposal, Threatens 'Long War'

Leading Hamas officials demand Israel accepts all their conditions, threaten war of attrition if not.

Lasting Ceasefire 'Unlikely', Says Israeli Official

Egyptians say current proposal will be the last one they suggest; Palestinian team more 'optimistic'. Current truce expires Monday night.

Egypt's 11-Point Ceasefire Plan Revealed

Egyptian newspaper publishes Egypt's plan for a long-term ceasefire in Gaza. Sides have yet to agree.

Islamic Jihad Weighing Long-Term Ceasefire Without Truce

As Bennett touts unilateral end to op., senior terrorist similarly hints his group may stop for now rather than take 'bad' deal.

Cameron Urges Netanyahu to Take 'Difficult Steps'

British Prime Minister David Cameron says both Israel and Hamas will need to take “difficult steps” to reach a long-lasting ceasefire.

Yaalon: Palestinians Asked for Lull Extension, We Agreed

Defense Minister tells NY governor Cuomo about hardship of negotiating with 'five headed' Palestinian team.

IDF Admits False Alarm with Rocket Siren

Rocket sirens sound Thursday morning, hours after ceasefire extension - IDF clarifies they were sounded accidentally.

Obama Stresses Importance of 'Sustainable' Gaza Ceasefire

President Obama tells PM Netanyahu that it is important to reach an agreement on a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.

Journalist: Israel is 'Stuttering' in Front of Hamas

Channel 2 News’ military analyst Roni Daniel slams the Israeli decision to extend a ceasefire for five days.

Hamas: Israel Will Pay for Violating Ceasefire

Hamas officials deny that the group fired rockets, threaten Israel over its retaliatory airstrikes.

MKs Call for Strong Response to Rocket Attacks

Nationalist MKs call for a strong Israeli reaction after Hamas violates a ceasefire and fires rocket toward Israel.

IAF Launches Airstrikes on Terror Targets in Gaza

IAF attacks terror targets in Gaza after Hamas violates ceasefire and fires rockets at Israel.

Ceasefire, Hamas Style: Rocket Barrage Hits Southern Israel

Gaza terrorists fire a barrage of rockets just moments before one ceasefire is set to end and a new one to begin.

Israel and Hamas Agree to Extend Ceasefire

Just as Hamas violates ceasefire which was set to expire at midnight, the sides announce it will be extended for another five days.

Sirens Sound in South, at Least One Rocket Strikes Israel

Conflicting reports from Cairo talks. Israeli team flies home. MK Yogev: 'Hit Hamas with all our might, until it screams'.

Hamas Declares the Current Ceasefire is 'Last Chance for Talks'

Terror group warns of no more ceasefires with Israel after the Cairo talks end Wednesday at midnight.

PA Says Egypt Presented Ceasefire Proposal

PA officials: Egypt presented a proposal that would see a reduction of the naval blockade and of the buffer zone.

Danon: You Don't Do Business with Terrorists

MK Danny Danon warns against making concessions to Hamas, says doing so will strengthen the terror group.

Bennett Slams 'Calm for Cash' Formula in Talks with Hamas

'It is impossible to fight our enemy with one hand and to fund it with the other,' Bennett fires, in criticism over Cairo talks.

Report: Saudi, UAE Donors Facilitated Hamas Ceasefire

Riyadh, Dubai granted money for rebuilding Gaza, official insists - prompting Hamas to change its tune over a truce.

Report: Norway, Turkey Offered Gaza Seaport to Hamas

Hamas's demands for unlimited transportation and import power allegedly garnering international support as talks continue.

UN Chief Welcomes Ceasefire, Urges Long-Term Truce

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon urges Israel and Hamas to "avoid any steps which would lead to a return to violence."

IDF Spokesman: We're Not Going Anywhere

IDF spokesman Moti Almoz says that the new 72-hour ceasefire will be tested by Hamas's actions and the IDF is prepared to act if needed.

Hamas Fires Rocket Barrage Moments Before Ceasefire

Hamas fires a barrage of rockets just minutes before midnight, when a new 72-hour ceasefire took effect.

Report: Palestinian Arab Delegation Agrees to 72-Hour Truce

Palestinian media sources claim that all sides have agreed to a 72-hour truce. But is it another false alarm?

Hamas Spokesman: Ceasefire Wasn't Extended Because of Israel

Hamas spokesman Sami Abu Zuhri says "Israeli stubbornness" resulted in ceasefire ending.

Livni Presents Six-Point Plan for Gaza Ceasefire

Justice Minister's new plan links a ceasefire in Gaza with a return to peace negotiations with the Palestinian Authority.

UN Chief Condemns Rocket Attacks, Calls for Ceasefire

UN chief Ban Ki-moon expresses "deep disappointment" over the failure to extend the 72-hour truce, says it is "absolutely essential".

Hamas, Islamic Jihad Refuse to Extend Ceasefire

Both terror groups refuse to extend ceasefire past 8:00 am, say Israel has not accepted unprecedented laundry list of demands.

UN Urges Extension of Gaza Truce

The UN urges for an extension 72-hour truce that is set to end Friday morning, as Hamas sets preconditions for such an extension.