After months of failed negotiations to end the deadliest war in the Gaza Strip’s history, the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel, which took effect on Sunday, brought a mix of relief and sorrow.
As the three-phase agreement comes into force, Palestinians in Gaza are now grappling with the painful reality of mourning countless loved ones lost during Israel’s 15-month war, while also coming to terms with the widespread destruction around them.
With any permanent cessation of hostilities, there is also the opportunity to finally uncover the true scale of Gaza’s death toll, as bodies are found under the rubble and the missing are accounted for……more
