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March 13, 2012

Israel, Palestinians Agree to Ceasefire After 26 Palestinians Killed in Air Strikes 
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Israel and Palestinian factions in the Gaza Strip have reportedly agreed
to a ceasefire after four days of cross-border violence. Earlier today,
an Egyptian official said both sides have pledged to end current attacks
and implement "a comprehensive and mutual calm." Israel's latest strikes
on Gaza killed at least 26 Palestinians, including five civilians. At
least 80 Palestinians were also wounded, most of them civilians. At
least four Israelis in border towns were wounded in rockets fired by
Palestinian militants in Gaza.



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