Christmas reborn in Bethlehem after pandemic years

Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories, Dec 24 (AFP/APP):With a giant evergreen tree, colourful balloons in the streets and selfies in the Church of the Nativity, Christmas tourism has returned to Bethlehem after two years of Covid-related restrictions. Revered in Christian tradition as the birthplace of Christ, the […]

Zelensky lands in Washington, secures new US military aid

Washington, Dec 21 (AFP/APP):Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived Wednesday in Washington on his first foreign trip since Russia’s invasion, with US leaders hailing him as “heroic” and pledging to provide new missile defense systems. Zelensky — whose media savvy and rugged demeanor has helped him […]

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