Tag #Tourism Decline

What are the long-term implications of the current crisis for the future of Bethlehem's Christian population and its cultural identity?

The future of Bethlehem's Christian community is uncertain. The mass exodus of families, coupled with persistent economic hardship and potential rise of extremism, threatens the survival of one of the world's oldest Christian populations. Continued conflict and lack of economic opportunities could lead to further emigration and the erosion of the city's cultural heritage.