After more than two agonizing years in captivity, the remaining Israeli hostages held in Gaza were released Monday, signaling the initial phases of the end of the Israel-Hamas war, a conflict that rocked communities across the world. The release marks a significant milestone, hopefully closing a painful chapter in world history that began on Oct. 7, 2023.
New Yorkers from all backgrounds and faiths reacted to the emotional news with a mix of tears of joy, cheers and somber tones of relief.
