Israel extends humanitarian ceasefire

The Israeli cabinet has agreed to a UN request to prolong its humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza until 0700 Monday AEST.

Israel is extending a humanitarian ceasefire in its military campaign in Gaza for another 24-hours. (AAP)

Israel is extending a humanitarian ceasefire in its military campaign in Gaza for another 24 hours.

The Israeli cabinet agreed late on Saturday to prolong its pause in fighting "until midnight Sunday" (0700 Monday AEST) in line with a UN request, a government official told AFP on condition of anonymity.