Taybeh is an ancient village located in the West Bank, northeast of Jerusalem. Its historic Church of St George dates back to the fifth century AD, making it a significant site in Christian heritage. Taybeh is notable for being the last fully Christian village in the region. While Christians made up approximately 10 per cent of the Palestinian population in 1948, today they account for fewer than one in 100. With a population of around 1,250–1,300, the village's numbers continue to dwindle because of emigration.
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Settlers target Taybeh, last Christian village in Palestine
Taybeh’s Christians face settler attacks, fear, and accelerating emigration crisis.
Melanie McDonagh
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