Elections on the Horizon: Abbas and Palestinian Politics

This chapter examines the potential for upcoming elections in the Palestinian territories, the first in 16 years under Mahmoud Abbas’s rule. It highlights the skepticism surrounding Abbas's candidacy due to his history of failed election promises, while also discussing the implications of potential challengers like Ismail Haniyeh and Marwan Barghouti. Furthermore, the chapter addresses the shifting dynamics in U.S.-Palestinian relations, especially regarding Jerusalem, and the broader complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.