Sense Of Relief Felt By San Francisco Communities About Gaza Ceasefire

CBS Bay Area

January 16, 2025

On Wednesday, after the announcement that a deal had been struck for a ceasefire in Gaza, local reaction seemed remarkably similar from both Palestinian and Israeli supporters. Both sides viewed the news with mixed emotions, with everybody feeling a sense of relief.

"Caution, fear, relief, elation, they're all in there, but relief is number one," said Rabbi Mark Bloom from Temple Beth Abraham in Oakland. "There are real human beings being brought back alive, God willing, starting Sunday."

"We are heartbroken and relieved. This ceasefire is long overdue," said Zahra Billoo with the Council On American Islamic Relations.

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