Orthodox Christians mark Christmas in Bethlehem after 2 years of silence due to Gaza war

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(7 Jan 2026) RESTRICTION SUMMARY: ASSOCIATED PRESS Bethlehem, West Bank - 6 January 2026 1. Scouts playing bagpipes in front of large Christmas tree 2. Families watching celebrations 3. Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem Theophilos III arriving for Christmas Eve procession 4. SOUNDBITE (Arabic) Sally Qumsieh, resident of Beit Jala: ++PARTIALLY OVERLAID BY SHOTS 5 AND 6++ "This year fills our hearts with joy in an incredible way after two years due to the war in Gaza. We are very happy that