In the Gemmayzeh neighbourhood, bands in bright uniforms filled the narrow streets with music and drew large crowds. For some, the parade was a display of resilience, while others remained cautious as Israeli airstrikes continue almost daily in southern Lebanon.
The parade forms part of the wider “Beirut Christmas Spirit” programme running from early December to January in the city centre, alongside a large tree, festive stalls, food stands and activities for children.
