Hamas announced Monday it has accepted an Egyptian-Qatari cease-fire proposal, but there was no immediate word from Israel, leaving it uncertain whether a deal had been sealed to bring a halt to the seven-month-long war in Gaza.
Israel and Hamas agreed to extend their cease-fire for two more days past Monday, raising the prospect of a longer halt to their deadliest war and further exchanges of militant-held hostages for Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.
Jason J. Eaton was arrested on Sunday, after his attempted murder of three college students of Palestinian descent. He appeared in court on Monday, speaking only to confirm his identity. Israel and Hamas agreed to extend their cease-fire for two more days. Chief Studio Producer Abby Madsen has today’s News in :90.
