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Chicago area reaction to ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war

Hear from people with Chicago ties about their thoughts on a cease-fire in Gaza
Hear from people with Chicago ties about their thoughts on a cease-fire in Gaza 01:31

CHICAGO (CBS) -- CBS 2 wanted to know how people felt about the pause in fighting, those closely connected to the war.

So CBS 2 contacted two people in Israel with Chicago ties as well as a Chicago-area woman with family in Gaza. 

"While we're happy for the moment, we are concerned for what will happen afterward and how we can create a situation where people can return to their homes," said journalism teacher Deanna Othman.

"On one hand I'm incredibly thankful hostages are coming back. But on the other hand, there's a lot of talk about what happens when the ceasefire ends," said Klara Walney.

"I believe in miracles. I know there can be change. We could make a difference. It could happen," said Mordechai Rosby.

Rosby described the break in fighting as a "sigh of relief."

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