Consul General enjoys a holiday visit to Bethlehem

US Consul General Walles visited Bethlehem on December 20 to do some holiday shopping and take in some of the city’s holiday spirit.  He joined the city’s tourists visiting shops, chatting with shopkeepers and purchasing gifts.  Speaking to the media, the Consul General observed that the situation for tourism in Bethlehem seems much better this year and that the Palestinian Authority has done much to ensure the security of visitors.  He also conveyed his warmest wishes to Palestinians during this holiday season, wishing them:  Eid Mubarak, Merry Christmas and a peaceful new year!

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