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December 27, 2016

Pre-Christmas Protest in Bethlehem Challenges Separation Barrier
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Meanwhile, in the West Bank, Israeli forces fired tear gas and
rubber-coated steel bullets to disperse a protest of Palestinians on
Friday, ahead of Christmas celebrations in Bethlehem, where Christians
believe Jesus was born. The crackdown came as Palestinians-many dressed
as Santa Claus-approached Israel's massive separation barrier.
Protesters were demanding unrestricted access to Jerusalem; they
currently must apply for permits to travel to the city, which borders
Bethlehem to the north.


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