Gaza death toll from Israeli attacks hits 232, incl 65 children as ceasefire agreed

GAZA CITY, Palestine (AA): A “mutual and simultaneous” cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas reached with Egypt mediation took effect at 2 a.m. Friday (2300GMT Thursday) The Israeli Security Cabinet voted to end attacks on the blockaded Gaza Strip that began May 10 and accept the cease-fire, according to media reports. Hamas spokesman Sami Abu Zuhri also confirmed the cease-fire deal. […]