Majority of Palestinians lose trust in Hamas and Fatah, new poll finds A recent poll by a Palestinian survey center found that trust in Palestinian factions has declined, amid stalled efforts to implement the Gaza peace plan and escalating settler violence in the West Bank. Palestine
Analysis Why Abbas' win in Gaza remains 'symbolic,' not rejection of Hamas Affiliates of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas performed relatively well in the municipal elections, though the vote was marred by complications relating to the war and the exclusion of Hamas. By Adam Lucente In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change
Feature Gazans show cautious hope ahead of first local elections in 20 years The city of Deir al-Balah in central Gaza is set to hold municipal elections for the first time in nearly two decades. By Rasha Abou Jalal In Gaza City, reporting on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Analysis On eve of Palestinian local elections, competition in short supply With many races unopposed and rivals excluded, the vote underscores a calibrated effort to contain dissent and prioritize stability. By Daoud Kuttab In Amman, reporting on Palestinian politics
Iran war deepens Gaza crisis as prices soar, aid falters By Daoud Kuttab In Amman, reporting on Palestinian politics
Analysis Trump squeezes Palestinian leadership as West Bank teeters By Elizabeth Hagedorn In Washington, DC, reporting on diplomacy, regional politics, human rights
36 electoral lists will compete in upcoming Palestinian vote The Palestinian Central Elections Commission has announced 36 new lists have been submitted — what happens now? Palestine
Will Fatah change approach to women during upcoming elections? The Fatah movement in the West Bank and Gaza Strip is deploying efforts to avoid past mistakes and promote the role of women in the decision-making process ahead of the upcoming Palestinian general elections. Palestine
Palestinian elections: What is happening? The deadline for submitting lists for the Palestinian Legislative Council outlines a clear difference in profiles of candidates. Gearing up for the elections has shaken the Palestinian scene and highlighted the strong dichotomy among the different groups. Palestine
Former Palestinian foreign minister unveils 25-point election program Shortly after Nasser al-Qudwa was dismissed from Fatah due to his insistence on running in the legislative elections separately from the movement, he announced a new group dubbed the Palestinian Democratic Assembly and its extensive electoral program. Palestine
Islamic Jihad still unsure on supporting Hamas in Palestinian elections Palestinian Islamic Jihad is considering supporting lists backed or formed by Hamas in the upcoming legislative elections. By Ahmad Abu Amer
Dahlan courts Gaza, Hamas with vaccine deliveries ahead of elections Dismissed Fatah leader Mohammed Dahlan has arranged for the delivery of another shipment of coronavirus vaccines to the Gaza Strip, raising questions about the aid’s link to the upcoming elections. Palestine
Salam Fayyad’s return to Palestine politics Former Palestinian prime minister plans to participate in the upcoming Palestinian legislative elections. What does his entry into the election campaign mean? Palestine
Fatah sacks senior member, highlighting split ahead of elections As Palestinians gear up for the upcoming presidential and legislative elections, sharp differences are emerging within the Fatah movement, leading to the formation of a number of lists headed by or including Fatah leaders, in what is set to weaken the official list and divide Fatah votes. Palestine
Decree on election court removes one obstacle for Palestinian elections Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas issued a presidential decree to establish an election court, but many analysts say several obstacles that could derail the elections remain. Palestine
Hamas holds internal elections ahead of Palestinian general elections Hamas held its internal leadership elections ahead of the Palestinian general elections to bring new blood into its organization. Palestine
Despite international support, obstacles threaten Palestinian elections The Palestinian legislative elections face disputes and hurdles that could prevent the vote from being held. Palestine
Following presidential decree, Hamas releases 45 Fatah prisoners Ahead of the highly anticipated Palestinian general elections, President Mahmoud Abbas issued a decree that called for the respect of public freedoms and the release of all prisoners of conscience. Palestine
