Israeli security forces reported that two mortars were fired into Israel from the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip even before the cease-fire officially ended at 8 AM Friday, despite Israel’s stated desire to extend the cease-fire and allow negotiations to continue. Several more rockets were fired into Israel from Gaza in the hours following the expiration of the truce, while Israel waited until nearly 11 AM to launch a response. Meanwhile, sources in Cairo said Israel’s delegation to talks there have departed the city, in line with stated policy that it would not negotiate under fire. Hamas and other terrorist groups said they would not cease-fire until all their demands are met, including a release of security prisoners held by Israel and assurances that the blockade which enables them to smuggle weapons into the Strip is lifted. Read More
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