In the ruins of a bombed-out church in Lebanon, there's now a …
Dec 23, 2024 · DARDGHAYA, Lebanon (AP) — A Christmas tree stands among the fallen stones of what remains of St. George Melkite Catholic Church in southern Lebanon. Once a vibrant …
In Tyre, Lebanon, a Somber Christmas Underlined by Trauma and …
Dec 25, 2024 · Amid a cease-fire between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, Tyre’s ancient Christian community has resigned itself to a muted Christmas this year.
In the ruins of a bombed-out church in Lebanon, there’s now a …
Dec 23, 2024 · A Christmas tree stands among the fallen stones of what remains of St. George Melkite Catholic Church in southern Lebanon. Once a vibrant community centre, the 18th …
War-weary villages in Lebanon’s south find hope in Christmas ...
Dec 24, 2024 · DUBAI: After being caught in the crosshairs of the 13-month Hezbollah-Israel conflict, predominantly Christian border villages in southern Lebanon are cautiously optimistic …
After the war, Lebanon prepares for Christmas | Africanews
Dec 18, 2024 · Tens of thousands of Lebanese are expected to arrive from abroad to celebrate Christmas with their family and friends. The ceasefire calls for an initial two-month halt to the …
Lebanese Christians carry on Christmas celebrations despite …
Dec 17, 2024 · Lebanon (MNN) — Despite unfolding crises across the Middle East, Pierre Houssney of Horizons International says the Lebanese church is carrying on its work. “God is …
Orthodox Christmas takes on special meaning in Lebanon this year
Jan 7, 2025 · In Lebanon, NPR's Emily Feng tells us the celebrations take on special significance this year. EMILY FENG, BYLINE: Bells tolled across Beirut, and civil servants had the day off. …
Lebanon celebrates Christmas after ceasefire ... - Associated Press News
Dec 18, 2024 · People in Lebanon welcomed the Christmas season with markets and parades on Tuesday, following the ceasefire that ended nearly 14 months of war between Israel and …
Byblos Christmas tree brings comfort to Lebanese despite …
Dec 8, 2022 · For the second year in a row, the ancient city of Byblos — known for its extravagant Christmas festivities — inaugurated the holiday season with its famous tree-lighting ceremony. …
Despite war’s scars, Christmas spirit thrives in Lebanon's Tyre
Dec 25, 2024 · Despite the damages caused by Israel's attacks, the people of the city are working to enjoy Christmas by spreading joy and holiday spirit. Christmas morning in the Christian …