Long-Term Cease-Fire Sought With Hamas

Israel is seeking a long-term cease-fire with Hamas in the Gaza Strip following a series of rocket and mortar attacks, reports the Times of Israel. Israel offered to ease its blockade of the Gaza Strip among other humanitarian and economic improvements, reported Al-Akhbar (Lebanon). The proposal was made by an Egyptian delegation during talks with top Hamas members. The Egyptians also warned that Israel’s threats to launch a military campaign in Gaza if the attacks do not stop...