The Palestinian election dilemma
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Election officials prepare ballot boxes at Al-Azhar University in Gaza City, Gaza, Palestine, on May 16, 2026. [Abdalhkem Abu Riash – Anadolu Agency] " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.middleeastmonitor.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/AA-20260516-41405409-41405408-THE_FATAH_MOVEMENT_WILL_HOLD_SIMULTANEOUS_LEADERSHIP_ELECTIONS_IN_GAZA_AND_RAMALLAH.jpg?fit=920%2C613&ssl=1" /> At the beginning of October 2026, Israel refused to allow officials from the Palestinian Central Elections Commission and international election observers to enter Gaza to monitor preparations for the legislative…
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