Abbas
Coverage of Abbas in the Nexus archive.
- Abbas declares first Palestinian legislative elections since 2006 to be held Nov. 28
Abbas declared the first Palestinian legislative elections since 2006 to be held on November 28. The elections come amid demands for reform from European allies and growing domestic criticism over corruption.
- Abbas sets Palestinian legislative elections for November
The Palestinian Authority, led by Abbas, has announced plans to hold its first legislative elections in twenty years in November. However, concerns remain regarding the authority's capability and legitimacy to conduct the elections.
- Palestinian leader Abbas announces elections
Palestinian leader Abbas has announced elections after 20 years without presidential and legislative elections in the Palestinian territories, which have been under war and occupation, with Mahmoud Abbas ruling by decree.
- In rare critique, senior PA official says Abbas’s exclusion of political rivals is mistaken
A senior Palestinian Authority official, Jibril Rajoub, criticizes Abbas for excluding political rivals. Rajoub argues that supporters of exiled ex-security chief Dahlan should not be required to sign an amnesty request detailing their infractions, as demanded by the ruling Fatah party.
- Over 2,100 West Bank settlement housing units advance in planning process
Over 2,100 West Bank settlement housing units are advancing in the planning process. Israeli official Smotrich stated the construction solidifies Israel's hold on the territory, while Palestinian leader Abbas urged the US to stop the 'madness'.
- Abbas loyalists sweep Palestinian elections, including some seats in Gaza
Abbas's loyalists won Palestinian elections, securing seats in Gaza despite low voter turnout there, which is attributed to the ongoing genocide's impact.