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Mahmoud Abbas postpones Palestinian elections until September 2027
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Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas cancelled legislative elections planned for November, citing worsening conditions in the Palestinian territories. Official news agency WAFA reported that he had scheduled presidential and legislative elections for September 11, 2027. The decree mentioned "obstacles posed by Israeli measures" and the need for suitable political and security conditions.
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