Mahmoud Abbas

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Netanyahu doubles down on Rafah op, Abbas asks Hamas to close hostage deal

In an unusual move, Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas called on Hamas to soften its demands, because a hostage deal was likely to prevent an IDF operation in Gaza.

‘Real progress’ in Palestinian unity efforts, says Abbas aide

PA President Abbas' talks in Doha aim to unify Hamas and Fatah for a technocratic government. Despite challenges, efforts for a unified Palestinian political future continue

By MOHAMMAD AL-KASSIM/THE MEDIA LINE
13/02/2024
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Hamas could join PA in new Gaza government, support two-state solution

In contradiction to a slew of previous public comments, Hamas reportedly is receptive to joining the PA on should there be a two-state solution on the political horizon.

13/02/2024

Abbas to propose Palestinian unity govt. to Qatari Emir - report

The proposed head of the new government will reportedly be Dr. Muhammad Mustafa, the head of the Palestinian Investment Fund.

Revitalization of the PA is not enough to fix the damage

The PA does not require revitalization, it requires a deep revision of Palestinian priorities. 

11/02/2024

Abbas, Shtayyeh call for unity among Palestinians, including Hamas

With the Palestinian Authority's popularity at an all-time low, PA Prime Minister Shtayyeh has called on Hamas, longtime rival of his Fatah party, to join the PLO.

By MOHAMMAD AL-KASSIM/THE MEDIA LINE
05/02/2024

Top PA official questions sincerity of US president’s call for two-state solution

The Media Line’s Mohammad Al-Kassim speaks exclusively with Fatah Central Committee Deputy Chairman Mahmoud Al-Aloul, who says President Biden’s call for an independent Palestinian state rings hollow

By MOHAMMAD AL-KASSIM/THE MEDIA LINE
25/01/2024
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