SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Now our team coverage on the Israel and Hamas ceasefire turns to Western Mass News speaking with local advocates to find out their reaction to the ceasefire agreement. Cautiously optimistic seems to be the phrase of the day. We spoke with people from both sides of the aisle who tell us they’re relived. However, they say it may be too soon to celebrate quite yet.

The interim CEO of the Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts Adam Solender told Western Mass News that he has spoken to several people in Israel over the last 36 hours since the cease fire between Israel and Hamas was first announced. According to Solender, they all have the same mindset, “cautious optimism is the word of the day and our appreciation to president trump and his cabinet who have ta

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