The United Nations Security Council is due to meet in New York today to discuss ways of resolving the crisis in the Middle East. At least five people have been killed in the series of violent incidents in the Gaza Strip.
Palestinian sources have blamed the Israeli Army for a missile attack on the home of a Palestinian activist. The activist and his two young children were killed. The Israelis have denied responsibility for the attack.
Israel's Foreign Minister has said that he believes the current crisis can be resolved through dialogue. Shimon Peres said that Palestinians should return to the negotiating table.
