The Israel-Hamas cease-fire was scheduled to end Monday, but reports out of Egypt say a new cease-fire is in progress that could bring longer lasting peace to the Gaza Strip.

CCTV’a Adel El-Mahrouky reported from Cairo for more on how Egyptian mediators managed to push for a deal with both sides.

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Conflict in Gaza: 24 hour truce reported

CCTV'a Adel El-Mahrouky reports from Cairo for more on how Egyptian mediators managed to push for a deal with both sides of the Israel-Gaza conflict.

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CCTV America’s Michal Bardavid had more on this development, reporting from Tel Aviv.

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Cease-fire in Gaza could continue with approval from Israeli cabinet

Palestinian and Israeli sources told CCTV America that Palestinians have accepted the Egyptian cease-fire deal, and that the only remaining step is final approval from Israel's cabinet. CCTV's Michal Bardavid reports.

Middle East expert Phyllis Bennis joined CCTV America to discuss this development.

Middle East expert on latest developments in Gaza

Middle East expert Phyllis Bennis joined CCTV America to discuss the latest developments in the Gaza conflict.