Defense officials say that Hamas has expressed interest in a ceasefire with Israel amid a deadly escalation in the Gaza Strip.
According to reports in Hebrew-language media, Hamas sent the message to Israel via the Egyptian mediators who are trying to negotiate a truce between the two sides.
Egyptian and UN officials are reportedly holding talks with Israelis and Palestinians to calm the situation.
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