Palestinians hold local elections in Gaza and West Bank for the first time in over two decades
What happened
Local elections were held in Gaza and the West Bank, with Abbas loyalists winning most races.
The Context
- The Palestinian Authority has not held a presidential election in 21 years.
- Hamas boycotted the elections, which were the first in Gaza since 2006.
- Voter turnout was low, with 23% in Gaza and 56% in the West Bank.
Takeaway
The recent elections may pave the way for future political processes and potential presidential elections in the Palestinian territories.
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