Ceasefire Begins in Gaza: Fighting Stops After Delay
Hey there! 🌟 We have some important news from the Middle East. After weeks of fighting, a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip has finally started! 🎉
But guess what? It was delayed by almost three hours. Why? Let’s find out together!
What Happened?
On Sunday, a ceasefire was supposed to begin at 6:30 AM GMT. A ceasefire is when both sides agree to stop fighting. But there was a delay, and it didn’t start until 9:15 AM GMT.
During this delay, 13 people in Gaza lost their lives due to airstrikes and artillery attacks. That’s really sad. 😢
Why the Delay?
Israel said the delay happened because Hamas didn’t give them the names of the first three hostages who would be released.
Hamas said there were “technical reasons” for the delay. That means there were some problems, but they didn’t say exactly what.
Who Are the Hostages?
Hostages are people who are captured and held by others. In this case, Hamas agreed to release some hostages.
After the delay, Hamas sent the list of names. The first three people they plan to release are Romi Gonen, Doron Steinbrecher, and Emily Damari.
What’s Next?
The ceasefire is a big deal! It could help end the fighting that started on October 7, 2023, when Hamas attacked Israel. Since then, many people on both sides have been hurt or killed. 😔
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a plan that includes:
- Releasing 33 hostages over six weeks.
- Israel will release about 2,000 Palestinian prisoners in exchange.
That’s a lot of people!
Helping to Rebuild
The fighting has caused a lot of destruction in Gaza. Buildings are destroyed, and many people need help. It will take a long time and a lot of work to rebuild homes and schools. 🏠🏫
Will the Ceasefire Last?
Everyone hopes the ceasefire will lead to peace. But it’s hard to know for sure. Both sides need to work together to keep the peace.
Why Is This Important?
Peace means kids can go back to school, families can be safe, and everyone can start to rebuild their lives. Let’s hope for a better future for everyone in the region. 🤞
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Gaza ceasefire deal takes effect and fighting halts after delay
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