Palestinian Elections
Palestinian elections: Why canceling the vote in November would be a mistake - opinion
None of these concerns should become an excuse to deny Palestinians the right to choose their leadership. Palestinian politics has suffered for years from a deep crisis of legitimacy.
PA elections should be held after Israeli election results, Palestinian think tank says
Mahmoud Abbas: Do not reverse your most popular decision, extinguish our last bit of hope - opinion
Can Fatah’s Democratic Reform faction handle peace with both Israel and Hamas?
The Barghouti ‘myth’: Why Palestinians still want a leader they barely know - interview
Asked how it was possible that a man with limited communication to the Palestinian people could enjoy such popularity, Milshtein explained that it was his absence that allowed his popularity to grow.
The world is watching Israel’s election while ignoring the Palestinian one - opinion
Global media is closely scrutinizing Israel's election while overlooking Palestinian elections that could empower Hamas or Marwan Barghouti and reshape the region.
Marvel actors join campaign calling for release of Palestinian terrorist Marwan Barghouti
Barghouti is a former leader of the Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades, a terrorist organization that carried out many suicide bombings and shooting attacks during the Second Intifada.
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.
