NewsFeedOrthodox Christians gathered in Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank to mark Christmas Eve. Scouts marched through Manger Square as worshippers watched, reviving celebrations that had been cancelled during the war on Gaza.Published On 6 Jan 2026
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TUE · 2026-01-06 · 16:03 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0106-6026
NSR-2026-0106-6026News Report·EN·Human Interest
Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas in Bethlehem
Orthodox Christians celebrated Christmas Eve in Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank on January 6, 2026. The gathering marked a revival of traditional festivities after cancellations during the war on Gaza.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-01-06 · 16:03 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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Orthodox Christians celebrated Christmas Eve in Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank on January 6, 2026. The gathering marked a revival of traditional festivities after cancellations during the war on Gaza. Worshippers watched as scouts marched through Manger Square, a central location for Christmas celebrations in the city. The event provided a space for religious observance and community after a period of conflict. The celebrations took place in Bethlehem due to its significance as the birthplace of Jesus in Christian tradition.
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Celebrations had been cancelled during the war on Gaza.
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Scouts marched through Manger Square as worshippers watched.
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