She saw herself proven right soon as a ceasefire agreement took effect on Nov. 27, ending nearly 14 months of fighting between the two sides.
Every day, thousands of people flock to the Christmas fair to shop for festive decorations, food, and other Christmas items. At the fair, or the 12th session of the annual "Christmas in Action," bands are staging live performances for visitors, and children are seen running around and playing in the hall.
Joelle Feghali, the fair's organizer, told Xinhua that she changed her plan and moved the fair to Beirut upon learning of the ceasefire. She was then surprised at how many calls she had received for reserving booths.
"I only had a few days to prepare for this event, but it is going well, and people have a good appetite for what we showcase at this fair," she said.
Ahlam Nehme, owner of a homemade food shop, believed such markets are essential to activating different sectors and revitalizing the country's economy after a long period of stagnation.
This year's "Christmas in Action" event runs from Dec 13 to Dec 23. The fair is the largest and most creative Christmas market in Lebanon, where visitors can taste delicacies, enjoy live musical performances, participate in arts activities, and fully immerse themselves in an enchanting atmosphere of Christmas joy.