BETHLEHEM, West Bank — Bethlehem marked another somber Christmas Eve on Tuesday in the traditional birthplace of Jesus under the shadow of war in Gaza. The excitement and cheer that typically ...

During this season, hope and love fill Gaza’s streets and the hearts of its people. It starts in mid-November, when the shops begin to put up their Christmas decorations, including in particular ...

Bethlehem is facing its second bleak Christmas since the outbreak of the war in Gaza — leaving faith leaders and residents ...

BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP) — Bethlehem marked another somber Christmas Eve on Tuesday in the traditional birthplace of Jesus under the shadow of war in Gaza. The cheer that typically descends ...

Last year, these church leaders urged a muted celebration of Christmas in support of “the multitudes suffering from the newly erupted war” in Gaza. The message of Christmas – one of a light ...

Bethlehem Plans Another Somber Christmas Under the Shadow of War in Gaza BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP) — The Nativity Store in Manger Square has sold handmade olive wood carvings and religious items ...

Ramez al- Souri is a Palestinian Christian living in Gaza. He’s struggling to find hope and joy during this Christmas season amidst the war. 5 jaw-dropping moments from the Beyoncé Bowl ...

As Christmas approaches, the Latin Church of the Holy Family in Gaza is alive with activity. “In these dark days, we wanted to offer a sign of hope, especially for our children. That’s why ...

Hanukkah and Christmas give families hope that light conquers ... including seven Americans – still languish as prisoners in Gaza; more than 60 of those hostages are thought to be alive.

But as Bethlehem prepares to mark its second Christmas under the shadow of the war in Gaza, there are almost no tourists, leaving the Nativity Store and other businesses unsure of how much longer ...