A ceasefire deal has been reached between Israel and Hamas, more than 15 months into the conflict. The agreement, which was brokered by Qatar, Egypt and the United States, is currently being finalized,

Minnesotans are reacting to news that Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire and hostage release agreement​ after more than a year of fighting.

The deal, mediated by the United States, offered a glimmer of hope in a conflict that has taken an immense human toll.