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Christmas celebrations take place worldwide
The pope urged a joint prayer for peace from St. Peter's balcony as Christmas Mass streamed in 24 languages, while Poland and other Eastern bloc nations did not receive the broadcast. Bethlehem faced tight security with 15 000 tourists amid Israeli checks, and Hanukkah coincided with the holiday. Tass reported sparse Jewish attendance in Moscow, and Anglican leaders urged compassion as Queen Elizabeth urged youth to carry forward civilized values.
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St. Peter’s Basilica
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Tass
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Canterbury
U.S
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