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Palestinian authorities report success in local elections
Local elections were held in a Gaza community and the West Bank. Officials view the elections as a step toward future presidential elections. (sources: npr, ap, pbs)
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Palestinian authorities announced that local elections in a Gaza community and the West Bank were successful. They described the elections as a move toward addressing the long-standing absence of presidential elections.
- Local elections took place in a central Gaza community and the occupied West Bank.
- Palestinian officials stated these elections are a step toward a long-delayed presidential election.
- The Palestinian Authority has not conducted a presidential election in 21 years.
Why it matters
The elections may signal progress toward political processes in the Palestinian territories.
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