Israel Considers 48-Hour Truce
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Channel: Voice of America · 2008 · News & Politics
Israeli officials say they are considering a 48-hour halt to their offensive in the Gaza Strip -- after four days of air strikes against the Palestinian militant group Hamas. The strikes have killed more than 370 people, mostly Hamas militants. Hamas has fired rockets into Israel, killing at least four people. Countries around the world, including the United States, are calling for a cease-fire. Deborah Block has a report.
