8 August 2022 at 03:38 The truce celebrated in Gaza City last night The truce between Israel and the militia group Islamic Holy War in the Gaza Strip appears to last five hours after it took effect on Sunday evening. Shortly after the ceasefire started, rockets were reported and air defense sirens sounded in the south of Israel, but then it stopped. No injuries have been reported. The UN envoy to the Middle East, Tor Wennesland, says according to AFP that the situation is fragile, and he encourages the parties to observe the ceasefire. In the Gaza Strip, the ceasefire was celebrated last night. In a statement from US President Joe Biden, it is also urged to observe the ceasefire. Biden says he supports investigating civilian casualties, and asks both parties to ensure that the residents of the Gaza Strip get fuel and necessary supplies.
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