Bethlehem would normally be full of visitors at this time of year (Bel Trew/The Independent) Israel has launched a crippling siege and a ferocious aerial bombardment of Gaza in retaliation for the ...

Credit: Marinella Bandini Outgoing mayor Hanna Hanania told CNA: “Bethlehem ... on the separation wall between Israel and the Palestinian Territories shows a view of Jerusalem.

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 ...