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Added on the 15/08/2024 05:45:11 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images
Images of Doha's skyline as Qatar is set to host Gaza ceasefire talks, seeking a so-far elusive agreement that the United States hopes would stop Iran from striking Israel and avert a wider war. IMAGES
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says "an immediate full ceasefire" between Israel and Hamas which collapses into fighting "would not be in anyone's interest" ahead of a parliamentary debate on the issue. Speaking during his weekly question session, Sunak tells the House of Commons that he backs an "immediate humanitarian pause" ahead of a motion and vote on a ceasefire in the chamber. SOUNDBITE
Smoke billows from the Gaza Strip skyline as the sun sets. Hamas is willing to extend a truce for four days and release more Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, a source close to the militant group said, as mediators sought a lasting halt to the conflict. IMAGES
Images taken in Sderot, southern Israel show the skyline of northern Gaza from 04:00GMT - 05:10GMT as the Israeli-Hamas ceasefire takes effect. IMAGES
Images of the Gaza strip skyline hours after the announcement of the Israel-Palestinian ceasefire agreement. A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, and Islamic Jihad, Gaza's second-most powerful armed group, came into force early Friday after 11 days of deadly fighting. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.