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    Israel Grants Gaza Christians Entry to Christmas Sites

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    By Joyce Dimaculangan

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    The Israel government reversed its previous decision and allowed Christians from Gaza Strip to visit Christmas sites during the holidays.

    Israeli authorities on December 23 announced that it will permit Christians in the Palestinian territory of Gaza to visit Jerusalem, Bethlehem and other holy cities on Christmas. This, after issuing a travel ban ten days earlier, reports The Jerusalem Post.

    COGAT Maj. Gen. Kamil Abu Rukun has extended the travel facilitations for the Christian population of Gaza in recognition of the Christmas holiday. —COGAT

    Travelling out of the Gaza Strip has been restricted by Israel and Eg