Israel believes it is on the trail of Hamas leader. Talks about a new ceasefire continue.
Israel's Chief of General Staff rules out an early end to the war. Palestinian civilians who have fled should be able to return to safety, Israel says. Israel plans an offensive on the city that borders Egypt and wants to evacuate the civilians there. Top representatives from the United States, Israel, Qatar and Egypt agreed to continue the talks on a ceasefire that began on Tuesday for another three days, according to media reports.