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Photos capture joy in Gaza's streets as Israel-Hamas truce begins after 11 days of violence
Photos capture joy in Gaza's streets as Israel-Hamas truce begins after 11 days of violence
Cheryl TehMay 21, 2021, 11:12 IST
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An unconditional ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began at 2 a.m. on Friday.
People celebrated the truce, which put a pause on 11 days of constant aerial bombardments.
Gaza's health ministry said 232 Palestinians were killed and more than 1,900 were wounded in the conflict. Israel reported at least 12 dead.
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Palestinians in Gaza poured into the streets to celebrate the Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
Children flash the peace sign during the city-wide celebrations.
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There was singing and dancing as Palestinians cheered peace in Gaza City.
Palestinians danced as they waved their national flag and green Hamas flags while celebrating the ceasefire agreement.
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Gaza's health officials say 232 Palestinians were killed and more than 1,900 were wounded during the conflict - which was the worst fighting that the region has seen in years.
Joyful celebrations were seen as people cried and cheered, gathering to celebrate the truce.
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Happy children flashed peace signs during the celebration after days of bombing devastated the city.
The ceasefire will give Gaza's children some respite from the constant aerial bombardments.
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Around 72,000 people were displaced during the bombardments and were forced into shelters set up by the United Nations in schools.
Men carried each other up the street during the celebration.
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A doctor rejoiced after receiving news of the ceasefire.
Medical staff was also seen celebrating outside of local hospitals.
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Celebrations continued into the wee hours, though some are skeptical that the fragile peace will hold.
Children joined their parents to commemorate the moment.
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Cars rolled down the street tooting their horns in the early morning hours.
Revelers cruise down the street hanging out of their cars.
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Even in the midst of devastation and rubble, the residents of Gaza found momentary joy.
A man looks skyward amidst the rubble as he celebrates the ceasefire.
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