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Bethlehem nearly deserted as Christmas celebrations suspended over Israel-Hamas war

The normally bustling biblical birthplace of Jesus resembled a ghost town on Sunday, as Christmas Eve celebrations in Bethlehem were called off due to the Israel-Hamas war. The festive lights and Christmas tree that normally decorate Manger Square were missing, as were the throngs of foreign tourists who gather each…

France 24

On Christmas Eve, Bethlehem resembles a ghost town. Celebrations are halted due to Israel-Hamas war.

The normally bustling biblical birthplace of Jesus looks like a ghost town on Christmas Eve, with celebrations in Bethlehem called off due to the Israel-Hamas war

The Independent UK

What are Palestine’s unique Christmas rituals, disrupted by Israel’s war?

This year’s Christmas will have rubble-laden mangers and silent processions amid the Israel, Hamas war.

Al Jazeera

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‘If Jesus was born today, he’d be born under the rubble’: Bethlehem set for forlorn Christmas

Usually full of tourists, Manger Square is now sad and empty, and a nativity baby Jesus lies nearby in rubble

The Guardian - UK

‘No joy in our hearts’: Bethlehem’s Christians face heartbreak at Christmas

Unlike other Christmases, Noha Helmi Tarazi’s family won’t be visiting her. Her sister and brother were killed in Gaza.

Al Jazeera

Bethlehem's Somber Christmas Vigil Amidst Gaza's Bombardment

Experience the poignant atmosphere as Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus, holds a Christmas vigil amidst the backdrop of bombs raining on Gaza. A somber re...

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Pro-Palestine activists to demonstrate on Christmas Day with carol singing

ACTIVISTS calling for a ceasefire in Palestine will gather in Glasgow on Christmas Day.

The National (Scotland)

Grieving and often overlooked, Palestinian Christians prepare for a somber Christmas amid war

From Jesus' biblical birthplace of Bethlehem to New York City, many Palestinian Christians this Christmas season are gripped with helplessness, pain and worry amid the Israel-Hamas war

The Independent UK

Call for Scottish council to fly Palestinian flag in 'unity' with twin city

A NUMBER of pro-Palestine organisations have called on Glasgow City Council to fly the Palestinian flag to show “unity” with its twin city of…

The National (Scotland)

‘Without work and hope’: Bethlehem’s Christmas economy bleeds from Gaza war

The West Bank city loses Christmas tourism amid daily Israeli raids and the continuing assault on the Gaza Strip.

Al Jazeera

Region's bishops share their Christmas messages

"I wish you a truly joyful Christmas and blessed new year."

Newcastle Herald

OPINION - It is the Christmas meme of memes, but not like you know it: all hail the Nativity, invented by St Francis

THE Christmas crib is 800 years old. That’s right, the Nativity scene with ox, ass and manger wasn’t always a thing. It was the genius idea of St Francis of Assisi, who had returned from the Holy Land and thought to himself that the landscape around Greccio, near Assisi, was…

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Miracle in Bethlehem, PA: release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the Christmas movie

Miracle in Bethlehem, PA is the story of a woman whose unexpected detour turns out to be a blessing in disguise. Here's everything we know about it.

Roll Call

Election roads go through Bethlehem(s) - Roll Call

Cities and towns named Bethlehem around the country will be part of the 2024 battle for the White House and control of Congress.

The Guardian - UK

O Little Town of Bethlehem has extra resonance this year

Letters: Readers reflect on the meaning of the popular Christmas carol in the context of war in the Middle East

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Bethlehem Cancels Christmas Amidst Israel-Hamas War Fallout

In the face of tragedy and war, Bethlehem forgoes the usual Christmas festivities, causing an economic blow to its tourism sector.

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Christmas Muted In 'Grieving' Bethlehem

Outside Bethlehem's Church of the Nativity in the Palestinian West Bank, the throngs of tourists and pilgrims who normally rub shoulders with costumed Santas and marching bands are missing this year.

The Independent UK

Under the shadow of war in Gaza, Jesus' traditional birthplace is gearing up for a subdued Christmas

Bethlehem is gearing up for a subdued Christmas without the festive lights and customary Christmas tree towering over Manger Square

WEKU

There's no Christmas in Bethlehem this year. With war in Gaza, festivities are off

In a city synonymous with the birth of Jesus, Christmas is typically a time when Bethlehem is full of visitors. But with war raging, the city's Christian leaders have canceled public celebrations.

Al Jazeera

Christmas cancelled: US Palestinians feel no holiday joy amid war on Gaza

Christian Palestinians in the US are muting their holiday celebrations as they mourn the ongoing suffering in Gaza.

France 24

US jury says Google's app store violates antitrust law

A federal jury in the US has found that Google's app store is in violation of antitrust law. It comes two years after Epic Games sued the tech giant, accusing it of a monopoly over the distribution of apps. Also, tourism has plummeted in the Israeli-occupied West Bank town of…

Al Jazeera

Israel’s war forces Palestinian football team Lajee Celtic to stop playing

People involved with Lajee Celtic talk about football’s role in resisting occupation and their bond with Celtic fans.

Al Jazeera

Two teenagers killed, 15 detained in Israeli raids in occupied West Bank

Raids carried out in multiple locations, including Ramallah and Bethlehem, as jets bombarded Gaza.

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