After news of a ceasefire agreement sparked mass rejoicing in Gaza, residents woke up Thursday to columns of smoke, rubble and more deaths following new Israeli air strikes."We were waiting for the truce and were happy. It was the happiest night since October 7," said Gaza resident Saeed Alloush, referring to the Hamas attack on Israel that sparked the war in 2023."Suddenly... we received the news of the martyrdom of 40 people," including his uncle, Alloush said."The whole area's joy turned to sadness, as if an earthquake struck."
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Air strikes in Gaza crush joy of ceasefire deal
