Christmas in Gaza was marked by sadness and devastation as the war between Israel and Hamas continued. Festivities were canceled in Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus Christ, with few worshippers or tourists on the streets. In the Gaza Strip, Hamas reported 50 strikes in central areas, including refugee camps. Palestinians expressed their lack of joy and the cancellation of all Christmas celebrations due to the ongoing violence. The war began when Hamas fighters attacked southern Israel on October 7, and according to Israeli figures, it has claimed the lives of 1,140 people, mostly civilians. Israel has vowed to eliminate Hamas and its military campaign, which has killed 20,424 people, mostly women and children, according to Gaza’s health ministry. Pope Francis called for peace and expressed his concern for the suffering in Gaza. The United Nations has called for a humanitarian ceasefire to end the suffering in the Gaza Strip.
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Palestinians experience no joy during Christmas as Israel bombs Gaza.
