Overnight, 20 Israeli hostages were freed and 2,000 Palestinian prisoners released amid a fragile Gaza ceasefire, raising hopes and questions for lasting peace.
Jonathan Feibel from Jewish Columbus expressed his joy at the news, saying:
I really felt joy that they were released — back with their families or reuniting with them. I can’t imagine what they went through.He hopes the ceasefire holds, stating:
The realization that Hamas is the problem — and the Arab world’s willingness to rid Hamas from Gaza — I think that could 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.
Author's summary: Israeli hostages freed amid fragile ceasefire.