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Mass Wedding Celebrates Hope Amid Gaza Ceasefire

12/4/2025

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Couples Celebrate Unity

On December 2, 2025, a mass wedding ceremony took place in Hamad City, Khan Younis, as a fragile ceasefire allowed Palestinian couples to resume the tradition.
Groom Hikmat Lawwa (27) prepared for the event in Deir al-Balah with assistance from family members.
The ceremony marks a rare moment of joy amid the challenges faced by residents of the Gaza Strip.

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UAE Supports Gaza Weddings

On December 2, 2025, a mass wedding in Khan Younis marked the United Arab Emirates' 54th National Day with 54 Palestinian couples.
The United Arab Emirates sponsored the event as part of its 'Gallant Knight 3' initiative, with couples chosen by lottery.
Officials said the aim was to lift spirits in Gaza amid ongoing conflict.
Photos showed large crowds, UAE flags, and war-torn buildings.

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Couples Celebrate Unity

On December 2, 2025, a mass wedding ceremony took place in Hamad City, Khan Younis, as a fragile ceasefire allowed Palestinian couples to resume the tradition.
Groom Hikmat Lawwa (27) prepared for the event in Deir al-Balah with assistance from family members.
The ceremony marks a rare moment of joy amid the challenges faced by residents of the Gaza Strip.

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