Palestinian President Abbas announces decree to hold elections before the end of the year

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas announced his intention to hold elections for a new Palestinian National Council, which will be representative of the Palestinian people, before end of the year.

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam meets with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Beirut, Lebanon, May 22, 2025.

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam meets with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Beirut, Lebanon, May 22, 2025.

(photo credit: REUTERS/MOHAMED AZAKIR)

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JULY 20, 2025 15:32

Updated: JULY 20, 2025 20:52