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The biblical birthplace of Jesus was unusually lacking in tourists and jubilance

Experience the somber yet hopeful atmosphere in Bethlehem as Christmas celebrations are canceled amidst the Israel-Hamas war. A unique holiday season.

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…

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

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

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

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

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...

Normally at this time of year, Bethlehem is full of thousands visiting one of Christianity’s most holy cities. But Bel Trew finds empty streets, shuttered shops and a central square without its famous Christmas tree. Church leaders say the situation in Gaza makes any form of celebration impossible – and…