Palestinian movement Hamas has largely rejected a plan for a temporary ceasefire in the Gaza Strip proposed by the US and will propose its own plan, The Wall Street Journal has reported.
The Israel Defense Forces has temporarily suspended military activities in the Rafah Palestinian refugee camp, located near the border with Egypt for humanitarian purposes.
The Netherlands will continue to supply spare parts for Israel s F-35 fighter jets despite official warnings about possible violations of international humanitarian law in the Gaza Strip.
A four-day cease-fire between Israel and Hamas began in the Gaza Strip, with Israel committing to a pause in its offensive in return for the freeing of around 50 women and children from among the hostages held by the Palestinian militant group.