Tensions mount, and missiles blare across the boarder as conflict between Gaza and Israel broke out about a week ago.
On the 16th of November it was announced that missiles were aimed at Israeli government but landed just outside the city and, to the relief of many no casualties were announced. Near by however, were the homes of blameless civilians and even a United Nations school. All this follows the death of Hamas's military chief, Ahmed Jabari on Wednesday 14th of November by an Israeli air strike as he was travelling in his car, which is said to have forced open ‘the gates of hell’. Since then the death toll has continued to rise and has passed the 100 mark with roughly 700 others injured. It is important to know that conflicts such as this don't only affect those who are directly involved, but it sends a tidal wave of fear across the whole nation regardless of geographical situation. This is proven, as militants, civilians and even innocent children are those amongst the deceased.
Today however (20th November 13:00) a ceasefire has been agreed between Israel and Hamas, which is said to be ‘imminent’, but not yet fully decided. At the time of writing (now 11.14pm) it is reported that Gaza has again come under attack from Israel regardless of this mornings ceasefire agreements, and it is thought that verdicts may not finalised until a later date. At least another 20 people have been reported as dead, among those a solider and a civilian. Also earlier today US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton arrived in Israel to support the peace movement.
More to follow.
BBC's Jeremy Bowen: "A day of ceasefire rumours ended with more fear and no more hope"
Ceasefire finally agreed on the 22nd November
