Palestinian Elections
Can Fatah’s Democratic Reform faction handle peace with both Israel and Hamas?
PALESTINIAN AFFAIRS: Politically active Palestinians argue that Palestinians must learn to coexist with people they may profoundly disagree with, and do so peacefully.
The Barghouti ‘myth’: Why Palestinians still want a leader they barely know - interview
The world is watching Israel’s election while ignoring the Palestinian one - opinion
Marvel actors join campaign calling for release of Palestinian terrorist Marwan Barghouti
Hamas plans to run in upcoming Palestinian elections, to prioritize status quo at al-Aqsa Mosque
Elections for the Palestinian Legislative Council are set to go ahead on November 28, the first in 20 years after Hamas won in January 2006. Hamas won 74 of the seats, with Fatah following behind.
Mahmoud Abbas's election promise won't bring democracy to Palestinians - opinion
It would be naïve to assume that Mahmoud Abbas’ announcement of elections is a sign of democratization
The Palestinian Authority is not ideal. It is necessary for Gaza - opinion
A reformed PA is not a perfect solution, but it is the most viable option for replacing Hamas as Gaza’s governing authority.
Ahmad Slim’s death demands justice, transparency in Gaza - opinion
Every unnecessary death weakens those of us trying to convince Palestinians that another path remains possible.
Palestinian Authority prepares for first election in two decades, as Abbas preps final date
Sinijlawi described the vote as an opportunity for new political leadership to emerge “after years of political stagnation.”
How to influence the Israeli and Palestinian elections for peace - opinion
Israelis and Palestinians will soon be voting almost at the very same time. They should not vote in darkness.
Donald Trump is the best chance Israelis, Palestinians have for peace since 1993 - opinion
Israel will only have real security when the Palestinians have real freedom, and the Palestinians will only have real freedom when Israel has real security.
The Palestinian partner: Could this new political party's vision be a path to peace? - opinion
The path to peace must be based on the belief that on the land between the river and the sea there are two peoples who are deeply connected to the same land.
Palestinian Authority arrests activists for demanding reforms, elections
PA security officers arrested two prominent activists, Omar Assaf and Bashar al-Takrouri, and confiscated the mobile phone of another activist, Jamileh Abed.
Palestinians demand elections as discontent with leadership grows
PALESTINIAN AFFAIRS: Abdel Kareem Salameh: "The people want change. These are the initial signs of a revolt against the Palestinian leadership."
