In the occupied Palestinian territories, the city of Beit Jala lit its Christmas tree in a powerful act of solidarity with Gaza, transforming a traditional celebration into a national message of hope, justice, and steadfastness. Religious and national leaders joined residents to mark the return of Christmas celebrations after a two-year pause, blending joy with grief amid ongoing war and suffering. Officials stressed that Palestinians remain rooted like the olive tree, standing firm until a just and lasting peace is achieved. The ceremony carried a message to Gaza and the world: unity, life, and hope will endure despite oppression. <br /> <br />#BeitJala #ChristmasTreeLighting #SolidarityWithGaza #GazaSolidarity #PalestineChristmas #HopeForGaza #BeitJalaChristmas #JusticeForGaza #PeaceForGaza #PalestineNews #OccupiedPalestine #ChristmasInPalestine #StandWithGaza #MiddleEastNews #BreakingNews<br /><br />~ED.194~HT.408~
