Syria Declares Catholic Christmas as Holiday After Christians' Protests

Syria Declares Catholic Christmas as Holiday After Christians' Protests

[Sputnik] - 12/24/2024

BEIRUT (Sputnik) - The Syrian authorities on Tuesday declared December 25 and 26, when Catholic Christmas is celebrated, official holidays amid rallies by Syrian Christians in a number of cities.



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