MUSCAT: Oman on Friday welcomed the news of a ceasefire between Israel and Palestine which ended the more than 10-day conflict between both sides in the Gaza Strip.
In a statement issued, the Foreign Ministry appreciated the efforts made by countries to reduce the escalation between the two sides.
Israeli security cabinet on Thursday unanimously adopted Egypt’s initiative for a bilateral unconditional ceasefire, which took effect at 23:00 GMT on Thursday. At least 217 Palestinians and 12 Israelis have died in the conflict.
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