Germany Chancellor calls for cease-fire in Gaza during Ramadan

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Sunday called for a humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, in order to enable the delivery of life-saving supplies for Palestinian civilians, Report informs, referring to Anadolu Agency.

"I am sure that the vast majority of Israelis and Palestinians want one and the same thing - peace. One step towards this would be a cease-fire that lasts longer, ideally during Ramadan," Scholz said on Sunday. The holy month starts this week.