An Israeli official said his country would agree a permanent end to its offensive in Gaza if the Palestinian group Hamas agrees to an initial 60-day ceasefire and disarms. The official said Israel would continue its attacks if they didn't do so. Hamas said ongoing talks were difficult and accused Israel which ended a previous ceasefire agreement of "intransigence". In Gaza, Israeli attacks are continuing across the territory, reportedly killing 23 people, including several children. The Israeli