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Firefighters battle a building on fire after several strikes early on 29 July, 2014. Picture: AFP.

Israel agrees to two hour humanitarian truce

Gaza fighting erupts despite ceasefire

By Reuters

At least 40 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli shelling just hours into the truce.

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    2864 days ago
  • In the Shejaia district, health officials said at least 50 Palestinians were killed by Israeli fire. Picture: AFP.

    Israel agrees to two hour humanitarian truce

    The ceasefire, requested by the International Committee of the Red Cross, will last from 1:30 pm to 3:30

    2864 days ago
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