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Abbas Appoints Al-Sheikh as PLO Vice President Amid Reforms

4/29/2025

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Abbas Appoints Al-Sheikh

In a bold move to strengthen leadership during turbulent times, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has appointed Hussein al-Sheikh as the first vice-president of the Palestine Liberation Organization. As a veteran Fatah member, al-Sheikh is under pressure to implement vital reforms, especially as the U.S. and Gulf states push for a revitalized Palestinian Authority. Abbas has also called on Hamas to disarm and give up control of Gaza.

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Activists Raise Awareness

The number of Palestinian political prisoners in Israeli jails has surged to nearly 10,000 since October 2023. On Palestinian Prisoners’ Day, activists passionately raised awareness about the suffering of detainees, including vulnerable children and women. Amidst this turmoil, Israel dismissed a ceasefire proposal from Hamas that sought to exchange prisoners, as military operations persist amid grave accusations of genocide.

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Abbas Appoints Al-Sheikh

In a bold move to strengthen leadership during turbulent times, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has appointed Hussein al-Sheikh as the first vice-president of the Palestine Liberation Organization. As a veteran Fatah member, al-Sheikh is under pressure to implement vital reforms, especially as the U.S. and Gulf states push for a revitalized Palestinian Authority. Abbas has also called on Hamas to disarm and give up control of Gaza.

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