(Baonghean.vn) - The Christmas atmosphere is filling every corner of the globe. Although not too noisy, not too ostentatious, in hot spots around the world - where people still have to endure loss and suffering every day, Christmas is still celebrated despite ongoing conflicts.
Next, let's go to war zones to see how people living there celebrate a new Christmas season.
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| In the capital Baghdad, Iraq, Christmas is still celebrated despite security threats. Photo: Reuters |
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| Christians in the capital Baghdad hold Christmas celebrations to pray for peace for everyone. Photo: Reuters. |
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| In a church in Baghdad, Iraqi children dressed as adorable Santa Clauses welcome a new Christmas season. Photo: Reuters |
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| Putting aside the fight against IS and internal conflicts, Syrians in the capital Damascus still celebrate Christmas in their own way. Photo: AFP |
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| A group of boy scouts play music during Christmas celebrations in the capital Damascus. Photo: AFP |
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| Even in Palestine, a grand Christmas show was held in Bethlehem with the presence of Jerusalem's Patriarch Fouad Twal. Photo Reuters |
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| Palestinians put aside conflicts to welcome a peaceful Christmas. Photo: Reuters |
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| In eastern Ukraine, a ceasefire agreement that took effect on December 22 was approved by the warring parties to ensure civilians can celebrate Christmas and New Year in peace. AP photo |
Chu Thanh
(According to Le Parisien, Le Monde)
