Birthplace of Jesus dismantling all Christmas decorations 'in solidarity with our people in Gaza'
Once a Christian stronghold, Christians are now a minority in the region due to persecution, emigration and low birth rates
By Timothy H.J. Nerozzi Fox News
Published November 17, 2023 1:34pm EST
City officials in the birthplace of Jesus Christ are tearing down Christmas decorations in solidarity with Palestinians amid Israel's continued invasion of Gaza.
Bethlehem, an ancient city located in the West Bank, declared via social media and official spokespeople that decorations installed in previous years are being removed amid the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
"Bethlehem Municipality crews announced the dismantling of Christmas decorations installed several years ago in the city's neighborhoods and removing all festive appearances in honor of the martyrs and in solidarity with our people in Gaza," the city wrote on Facebook, according to the Jerusalem Post.
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