THE PICTURES OF THE WEEK

Bethlehem Markets Fill With Shoppers Ahead of Eid al-Adha

BETHLEHEM, WEST BANK – MAY 26, 2026: Palestinians mark the eve of Eid al-Adha (Waqfat al-Eid) in Bethlehem as crowds fill the city’s old market streets shopping for clothes, food, and holiday goods ahead of the feast. Despite a deep economic crisis affecting households across the occupied West Bank, residents continue Eid traditions including visiting barbers, browsing market stalls, and preparing for family gatherings. Street vendors, shopkeepers, and elderly women selling small goods wait for customers in scenes reflecting both the festive atmosphere and ongoing economic hardship. Photo by Majd Abu srour/ JNA Press