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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

Christian worshippers attend Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

Christian worshippers attend Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A Christian man rings the bell of the Cathedral during the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A view of the Cathedral during the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A man holding a weapon stands guard outside the Cathedral during the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

Christian worshippers attend Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A Christian man rings the bell of the Cathedral during the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A man holding a weapon stands guard outside the Cathedral during the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A Christian man rings the bell of the Cathedral during the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A man holding a weapon stands guard outside the Cathedral during the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A Christian man rings the bell of the Cathedral during the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A priest prays during the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A view of the Cathedral during the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

Christian worshippers attend Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A Christian worshipper receives communion as he attends the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A Christian worshipper lights a candle as he attends the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A priest leads Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

Christian worshippers light candles as they attend the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A priest leads Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

Female choir singers chant during the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A priest leads Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A priest leads Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A Christian worshipper receives communion as he attends the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A Christian worshipper receives communion as she attends the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

Christian worshippers attend Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A priest leads Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A priest leads Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

Two boys attend the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A priest leads Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

Christian worshippers attend Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A view of the Cathedral during the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

Christian worshippers attend Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

Christian worshippers attend Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A priest leads Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

Christian worshippers attend Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

Female choir singers chant during the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

Christian worshippers attend Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Christians Celebrate Christmas Eve At Olive Church - Damascus

A Christian worshipper lights a candle as he attends the Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition, also known as the Olive Church, in Damascus on December 24, 2024. Syria's rulers, who toppled Assad's government on December 8 have since sought to assure religious and ethnic minorities that their rights would be upheld. But for some in the Christian community of several hundred thousands, the promises made by the new Islamist leadership have done little to soothe their fears in a country scarred by years of civil war. Photo by Osama Al Maqdoni/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Iran Claims No Link To Syrian Rulers - Tehran

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei attends a news conference in Tehran, Iran, December 23, 2024. Baghaei said on Monday that the country has no direct relations with the ruling group in Syria. He made the remarks at a press conference while responding to a question on whether a direct channel of communication has been opened between Iran and the ruling group in Syria. Photo by Shadati/Xinhua/ABACAPRESSS.COM

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Iran Claims No Link To Syrian Rulers - Tehran

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei attends a news conference in Tehran, Iran, December 23, 2024. Baghaei said on Monday that the country has no direct relations with the ruling group in Syria. He made the remarks at a press conference while responding to a question on whether a direct channel of communication has been opened between Iran and the ruling group in Syria. Photo by Shadati/Xinhua/ABACAPRESSS.COM

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Iran Claims No Link To Syrian Rulers - Tehran

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei attends a news conference in Tehran, Iran, December 23, 2024. Baghaei said on Monday that the country has no direct relations with the ruling group in Syria. He made the remarks at a press conference while responding to a question on whether a direct channel of communication has been opened between Iran and the ruling group in Syria. Photo by Shadati/Xinhua/ABACAPRESSS.COM

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Iran Claims No Link To Syrian Rulers - Tehran

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei attends a news conference in Tehran, Iran, December 23, 2024. Baghaei said on Monday that the country has no direct relations with the ruling group in Syria. He made the remarks at a press conference while responding to a question on whether a direct channel of communication has been opened between Iran and the ruling group in Syria. Photo by Shadati/Xinhua/ABACAPRESSS.COM

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INDIA-AGRA-AGRA FORT

(240804) -- AGRA, Aug. 4, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on Aug. 3, 2024 shows a view at the Red Fort of Agra in Agra, India. Near the gardens of the Taj Mahal stands the 16th-century Mughal monument known as the Red Fort of Agra. This fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. It was listed as a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO in 1983. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Wu Yue)

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INDIA-AGRA-AGRA FORT

(240804) -- AGRA, Aug. 4, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on Aug. 3, 2024 shows a view at the Red Fort of Agra in Agra, India. Near the gardens of the Taj Mahal stands the 16th-century Mughal monument known as the Red Fort of Agra. This fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. It was listed as a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO in 1983. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Dongshu)

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INDIA-AGRA-AGRA FORT

(240804) -- AGRA, Aug. 4, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on Aug. 3, 2024 shows a view at the Red Fort of Agra in Agra, India. Near the gardens of the Taj Mahal stands the 16th-century Mughal monument known as the Red Fort of Agra. This fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. It was listed as a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO in 1983. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Wu Yue)

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INDIA-AGRA-AGRA FORT

(240804) -- AGRA, Aug. 4, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on Aug. 3, 2024 shows a view of Taj Mahal seen from the Red Fort of Agra in Agra, India. Near the gardens of the Taj Mahal stands the 16th-century Mughal monument known as the Red Fort of Agra. This fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. It was listed as a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO in 1983. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Wu Yue)

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INDIA-AGRA-AGRA FORT

(240804) -- AGRA, Aug. 4, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on Aug. 3, 2024 shows a view at the Red Fort of Agra in Agra, India. Near the gardens of the Taj Mahal stands the 16th-century Mughal monument known as the Red Fort of Agra. This fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. It was listed as a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO in 1983. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Dongshu)

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INDIA-AGRA-AGRA FORT

(240804) -- AGRA, Aug. 4, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on Aug. 3, 2024 shows a view at the Red Fort of Agra in Agra, India. Near the gardens of the Taj Mahal stands the 16th-century Mughal monument known as the Red Fort of Agra. This fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. It was listed as a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO in 1983. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Wu Yue)

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HENAN-NANYANG PYROGRAPHY-INHERITOR (CN)

(240421) -- NANYANG, April 21, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Li Zhe makes a wooden pyrography at a studio of Nanyang Pyrography Factory in Nanyang City, central China's Henan Province, March 14, 2024. Nanyang Pyrography, a traditional Chinese art originated from the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC-25 AD), has a history of over 2,000 years. The craft, using tools with high temperature to draw patterns on carbonizable materials, creates visual effects resembling traditional Chinese paintings. It was listed as a national-level intangible cultural heritage in 2021. Li Zhe, 54, is a provincial-level inheritor of Nanyang Pyrography. Having being engaged in the profession for 30 plus years, Li first used iron needle grilled by oil lamp to form patterns on chopsticks and rulers, which made it a difficult task to finish a high-quality pyrography as the temperature of the iron needle was hard to control. With the electric soldering iron replacing the old one, the quality and efficiency of the craftwork are greatly improved. "The

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HENAN-NANYANG PYROGRAPHY-INHERITOR (CN)

(240421) -- NANYANG, April 21, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A lover of Nanyang pyrography makes an artwork of pyrography at a studio of Nanyang Pyrography Factory in Nanyang City, central China's Henan Province, March 14, 2024. Nanyang Pyrography, a traditional Chinese art originated from the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC-25 AD), has a history of over 2,000 years. The craft, using tools with high temperature to draw patterns on carbonizable materials, creates visual effects resembling traditional Chinese paintings. It was listed as a national-level intangible cultural heritage in 2021. Li Zhe, 54, is a provincial-level inheritor of Nanyang Pyrography. Having being engaged in the profession for 30 plus years, Li first used iron needle grilled by oil lamp to form patterns on chopsticks and rulers, which made it a difficult task to finish a high-quality pyrography as the temperature of the iron needle was hard to control. With the electric soldering iron replacing the old one, the quality and efficiency of the craftwork ar