Sun Jan 19 14:50:25 UTC 2025: ## Gaza Celebrates Ceasefire After 15 Months of Conflict
**GAZA CITY** – A wave of relief and jubilation swept through Gaza City today as a long-awaited ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian militant groups took effect, ending 15 months of intermittent conflict. Al Jazeera digital correspondent Maram Humaid reported on the palpable sense of joy and hope among Palestinians, many expressing overwhelming relief after enduring repeated attacks. “We are over the moon,” Humaid quoted one resident, reflecting the widespread sentiment across the besieged territory. The ceasefire, announced earlier this morning, marks a significant turning point after a protracted period of violence and hardship for Gaza’s population.
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