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Palestinians react to U.S. announcing the start of second phase of ceasefire in Gaza

By Aya Batrawy,

Anas Baba

Published January 15, 2026 at 5:14 PM EST

Palestinians say they're suffering as they wait for progress in next phase of U.S.-backed ceasefire.

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