Article 6TNWN ‘Should we grieve, rejoice or cry?’: Palestinians in Gaza react to ceasefire

‘Should we grieve, rejoice or cry?’: Palestinians in Gaza react to ceasefire

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Malak A Tantesh in Gaza and Jason Burke
from World news | The Guardian on (#6TNWN)

Celebrations break out across the territory but many are worried the deal will break down and war will resume

Crowds of Palestinians filled the ruined streets and gathered in tented encampments throughout Sunday to celebrate the ceasefire that came into effect at 9.15am GMT, ending 15 months of devastating war that has killed tens of thousands there and laid waste swaths of the territory.

I feel very beautiful. We hope that God will complete this joy and that we return to our homes and lands safely. This is the most beautiful joy in the world, thank God," said Moaz Qirqiz, 46.

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