The majority of the passengers are believed to be Indian citizens working in the UAE.
The announcement follows recent remarks by the U.S. Secretary of State, urging Israel to decrease the intensity of its strikes.
The Pope called for increased aid to alleviate the suffering of the local population.
In response, police deployed tear gas, prompting accusations of excessive force from opposition figures.
Beyond China's borders, northern Japan has witnessed substantial snowfall.
The caravan carries a banner with the poignant message "Poverty Exodus."
A spokesman said the death toll was likely to rise given the large number of families living in the area.
The festive lights and Christmas tree that normally decorate Manger Square were missing, as were the throngs of foreign tourists.
The suspect fled the scene and left behind the firearm, Balken said.
The Russian military made no mention of the incident.