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Launch of Christmas season in Bethlehem - in pictures

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A Palestinian band plays at the launch of the Christmas season in Bethlehem, occupied West Bank. Reuters
Palestinian scouts march during a ceremony at Bethlehem's Church of the Nativity. AFP
A Palestinian marching band plays during the ceremony. Reuters
Custodian of the Holy Land Father Francesco Patton, centre, arrives for the ceremony. AFP
Palestinian security officers stand guard as people watch the traditional annual march. AFP
Father Francesco prays at the church. Reuters
Father Francesco kisses a cross during the ceremony. Reuters
The grand ceremony at the Church of the Nativity. Reuters
Worshippers attend the ceremony. AFP

A Palestinian band plays at the launch of the Christmas season in Bethlehem, occupied West Bank. Reuters

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