Mahmoud Abbas announces Palestinian elections for early 2027
Mahmoud Abbas has announced that presidential elections will be held in the Palestinian territories in early 2027, with legislative elections planned for November the same year. The statement was made on Monday, 15 June, and sets out a new political timetable for the Palestinian Authority. It comes at a time when questions over governance and succession remain central to Palestinian politics.According to the confirmed details, Abbas said the presidential vote would take place at the start of 2027, followed by parliamentary elections several months later. The announcement was made less than a year after the signing of a peace agreement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Jun 2026 16:32 LONDON
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