New Zealand communities react to Gaza ceasefire news

Friday 17 January 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 17 Jan 2025, 11:14am

Palestinian and Israeli communities in New Zealand are expressing cautious optimism following news of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. While US officials say the ceasefire should begin on Sunday, negotiators are reportedly working to resolve a last-minute loose end.

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1. RNZFri 17 Jan 2025, 5:21am

   Cautious optimism in NZ at news of Gaza ceasefire (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesFri 17 Jan 2025, 11:14am

   Gaza ceasefire to start as planned despite 'loose end': US (opens in new tab)