Egypt expresses scepticism of Gaza ceasefire proposal

Tents are crammed together as displaced Palestinians camp on the beach, west of Deir al-Balah, Gaza Strip, as ceasefire negotiations continue (AP Photo/Abdel Kareem Hana)

Egypt, the key mediator in ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas, expressed scepticism on Wednesday as more details emerged of the proposal meant to bridge gaps in talks.

Negotiations are expected to resume in Cairo on Thursday.