The ceasefire announced between Israel and Hamas on Wednesday gave hope to families of hostages and war-weary Palestinians in the Gaza Strip — but their nightmare is far from over.

Hamas and Israel have reached a ceasefire deal in Gaza, which will start with an initial phase lasting six weeks this Sunday. Reuters reported that the deal included the release of hostages held by Hamas in the past 15 months of war and the freeing of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel.

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