Thousands flock to Bethlehem's Manger Square on Christmas Eve as crowds of families and music and decorations heralded of Christmas

After two years of subdued Christmas celebrations due to war in Gaza, thousands of people have flocked to Bethlehem's Manger Square on Christmas Eve.

BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP) — Thousands of people flocked to Bethlehem’s Manger Square on Christmas Eve as crowds of families and music and decorations heralded a much-needed boost of Christmas spirit after two years of war-tinged somber celebrations. The giant Christmas tree that was absent during the Israel-Hamas war returned on Wednesday, overlooking a parade […]