"We were laughing and crying at the same time when we heard the news of the ceasefire. We were packing our stuff and still we didn't believe it was happening, it was like a dream," said Zeinab, 28, a resident of the town of Zibqeen in south Lebanon.
As the coastal highway ended and cars peeled off into the winding mountain roads of Lebanon's south, the cheering grew quieter. Rubble and downed power lines covered the streets.
We feel happy and sad at the same time. Thank God we are home, but at the same time, we are heartbroken over all those we lost," said Zeinab reflecting on the duality of their return.
Israeli warnings were cast aside and Lebanon's coastal road was soon backed up, stuffed with mattress-laden cars, families sitting two to a seat.
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