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Check back here for updates on the ceasefire and context on the war so far Globe staff and wire services The Globe and Mail Published 3 minutes ago Wednesday's news of a ceasefire breakthrough between Hamas and Israel brought celebrations to the Palestinian refugee camp in Nuseirat, Gaza. Eyad Baba/AFP via Getty Images Wednesday's news of a ceasefire breakthrough between Hamas and Israel brought celebrations to the Palestinian refugee camp in Nuseirat, Gaza. Eyad Baba/AFP via Getty Images

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Facts on the ground in Gaza

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In Tel Aviv, Israel, thousands gathered to watch and cheer the return of the

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