Ceasefire Brings Hope to Jewish and Palestine Groups
20 Israeli hostages were freed and 2,000 Palestinian prisoners released amid a fragile Gaza ceasefire, raising hopes for lasting peace.
I really felt joy that they were released — back with their families or reuniting with them. I can’t imagine what they went through.
Jonathan Feibel from Jewish Columbus expressed his joy at the news, hoping the ceasefire holds, stating the need to address the issue of Hamas to bring lasting peace.
Sabreen Abu Obaid, representing Baladna, the Palestine Society of Columbus, welcomed the pause in bombing but stressed that it doesn't bring justice.
Israel's goal is to live in peace and practice their religion freely without fear of attacks, according to Feibel.
- 20 Israeli hostages freed
- 2,000 Palestinian prisoners released
- Fragile Gaza ceasefire in place
Author's summary: Ceasefire brings fragile hope for peace.