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Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has published a draft of the 'Temporary Constitution of the State of Palestine' for public review and feedback, marking a significant step in Palestinian governance.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas condemned ongoing Israeli violations in Gaza and called for the removal of barriers to the implementation of the second phase of a ceasefire agreement.

During a visit to Oslo, Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas called for a strong response from the US regarding Israel's plans that could escalate tensions in Palestinian territories.

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has called for a strong response from the United States and the international community regarding Israel's plan to bolster control over the West Bank.

Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide asserts that the Oslo Process has been oversold, in response to a parliamentary question coinciding with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas's visit to Norway.

The Palestinian president's decision to publish the first draft of a temporary constitution has elicited varied reactions among political and legal circles, raising concerns over potential risks to democratic processes.

Palestinian Authority officials describe recent cabinet decisions as the final blow to the authority and the Oslo Accords, prompting urgent diplomatic talks.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is visiting Norway for talks on achieving lasting peace between Palestine and Israel and the establishment of a Palestinian state.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is visiting Norway for the first time since the country recognized Palestine as a state.

Israel's security cabinet has approved measures making it easier for settlers to purchase land in the occupied West Bank, which Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas claims amounts to de facto annexation.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has announced the first direct elections for the Palestinian National Council, set for November 1, 2023, in response to pressure from the United States.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has issued a decree for direct elections to the National Council, aiming for widespread participation of Palestinians both within and outside the territories.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has announced that for the first time, Palestinians will directly vote for members of the PLO's highest decision-making body, the PNC, on November 1.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has announced that elections to directly elect members of the Palestinian National Council will be held on November 1, 2026, marking the first time such elections will occur through universal suffrage.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has announced the first direct elections for the Palestinian Liberation Organization's parliament, scheduled for November 1, 2026.

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, also known as Abu Mazen, has been hospitalized for routine checks at the age of 90.