Israel-Palestine ceasefire in Gaza comes into force

Israel and Islamic Jihad agreed to an Egyptian-brokered ceasefire that came into force at 20:30 GMT.

Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid’s office confirmed that an Egypt-brokered ceasefire ending three days of conflict with the Islamic Jihad armed group in the Gaza Strip came into force on Sunday night.

The State of Israel thanks Egypt for its efforts. If the ceasefire is violated, the State of Israel maintains the right to respond strongly.”

The Palestinian Health Ministry in a statement says at least 44 people were killed in Israel’s assault on Gaza, with more than 350 civilians wounded in the past three days.