Round of hostilities branded a success due to initial strikes targeting Islamic Jihad leaders, but fighting dragged on longer than expected, with next battle likely not far away
Relative quiet holds after Egypt-mediated talks restart and reportedly gain steam; IDF says it will meet on possible lifting restrictions, but warns against complacency
Military says it waited 2 days before targeting Ahmad Abu Deka because of 'human shields'; terror group expected to respond; Israel vows to continue targeted assassinations