Christmas midnight mass in bethlehem

Thousands descend upon Bethlehem to celebrate Christmas

Star Street, the main passageway through the town’s ancient section, was decorated with festive lights dotting its walls and storefronts.

|ByADAM RASGON
MANGER SQUARE in Bethlehem sparkles last night with the celebration of Christmas Eve.
A Palestinian protester dressed in a Santa Claus costume argues with an Israeli border policeman

WATCH: Palestinian protesters dressed as Santa Claus clash with IDF

The IDF Spokesman's Unit said that approximately 80 protesters hurled rocks at security forces, who responded with riot dispersal means.

|ByREUTERS