The security cabinet unanimously agreed to a "mutual and unconditional" cessation of hostilities, according to a statement from the Prime Minister's Office.
However, the PMO added, "reality on the ground will determine the continuation of the campaign," implying that they are keeping with the principle of "quiet would be met by quiet."
A Hamas official confirmed to Reuters that the ceasefire would be "mutual and simultaneous."
Top international envoys had worked feverishly to end the war while Israel’s security cabinet debated the details of a restoration of calm in a late-night meeting.
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