For the war-ravaged Palestinian territory, the ceasefire deal is just the beginning — huge challenges lie ahead, from clearing the rubble to growing crops again

There are hopes the ceasefire could eventually bring an end to the bloodiest and most destructive war ever fought between Israel and Hamas.

The deal, not yet formally announced, outlines a six-week initial ceasefire phase and includes the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza and release of hostages held by Hamas in exchange for Palestinian detainees held by Israel.