Gazans express joy and cautious optimism — but the violence isn't over yet
Palestinians wept as they took to the streets across Gaza to celebrate the news that, after 15 months of airstrikes, Israel and Hamas had agreed a ceasefire deal.
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Families of hostages hope for change after accusing Netanyahu of prioritizing his own future
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