The Palestinians refused an Israeli offer to coordinate Christmas celebrations in Bethlehem. Despite successful cooperation in the past, Israeli diplomatic sources believe the Palestinians want to use Bethlehem as a showcase for their plight this year, Army Radio reported.
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