In Gaza, a humble Christmas celebration marks hope for an end to suffering

The devastation has loomed over the celebrations for the tiny Christian community in Gaza, with much of the population living out of tents and food supplies still limited.
The Japan Times

Israel hopes Japan will provide peace education in Gaza, envoy says

Israeli Ambassador to Japan Gilad Cohen has expressed hope that Japan will provide peace education for future generations in Gaza to prevent attacks on Israel.

Israel Won’t Leave Gaza, Will Build Settlements, Defense Minister Says

Israel Katz’s statements are at odds with President Trump’s multiphase peace plan for the enclave.

Search for body of last hostage held by Hamas in Gaza is delayed due to bad weather

A storm has battered the Gaza Strip, creating misery for displaced Palestinians and delaying the search for the body of the last Israeli hostage held by militants there.

Thousands attend Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Bethlehem, the first since war in Gaza began

Thousands of people traveled from nearby towns and villages to attend Bethlehem's annual Christmas Eve tree lighting ceremony, which was canceled the last two years.

A blast in Gaza wounds a soldier and Israel accuses Hamas of ceasefire violation

An explosive device has detonated in Gaza and wounded one Israeli soldier, prompting Israel to accuse Hamas of violating the U.S.-brokered ceasefire

Baby followed by BBC back in Gaza hospital after treatment abroad

The BBC revisits one-year-old Siwar Ashour who was temporarily evacuated to Jordan for medical treatment during the Gaza war.
Feedback