Palestinian official: 'we would be willing to accept' one month ceasefire

A Palestinian official has told AFP that all groups including Hamas would be will to accept a new ceasefire deal proposed by Egypt, which would allow for crossings to be opened and allow in aid and reconstruction material.

“There is an idea for a temporary ceasefire that opens the crossings, allows aid and reconstruction material, and the disputed points will be discussed in a month,” the unnamed Palestinian official said.

“We would be willing to accept this, but are waiting for the Israeli response to this proposal.”

Israeli military sources reported earlier on Monday that they are willing to accept the one-month proposal, with negotiations over longer term deal to take place at a later date.