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http://c.brightcove.com/services/viewer/federated_f9?isVid=1&isUI=1 (via Hamas blames Israel for ‘delay’ of truce deal – Middle East – Al Jazeera English) Hamas says a Gaza ceasefire agreement is being “held up” by Israelis, who have yet to confirm that a deal is imminent. The United Nations Security Council, meanwhile, is due to hold a session on the crisis in Gaza on Wednesday at 15:00 GMT. (Source: http://c.brightcove.com/)

United Nations News Centre – UN Secretary-General calls for immediate Gaza ceasefire by all sides “My message is clear: all sides must stop fire,” Mr. Ban said during his press conference with [Egyptian Prime Minister] Mr. Qandil. “Further escalating the situation will only result in more tragedy, and puts the entire region at risk. That is why a ground operation must be avoided. That is why it is urgent to contain the present crisis.”