Christmas is the time of year when people around the world unite in joyful celebration.
Things are no different in the Arab world, a region where no conflict, struggle, not even war, stops people from choosing to come together for it.
Maybe it's a form of escapism to some, or a way to try and collectively find hope, to others.
Regardless, Christmas across the region is beautiful, and captivating photos emerging from the heart of Arab cities that resiliently choose to celebrate it, prove just that.
Here are a few of them:
1. The iconic Christmas decorations in Down Town Beirut, Lebanon
2. The season's spirit in Cairo, Egypt
3. The first-ever Christmas market to launch in Algeria
4. Christmas is back after so long in Qaraqosh, Iraq
5. Christmas Tree outside Baghdad Mall, Iraq
6. The season that goes on no matter what in Damascus, Syria
7. One that brings everyone together in Amman, Jordan
8. "Beirut's Christmas tree is up & lit next to Mohammed Amin Mosque" in Lebanon
9. Because it's all about unity in Dubai
