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Palestinian factions reject unilateral appointment of national council
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Palestinian factions and political groups issued a joint statement rejecting what they described as unilateral and appointive procedures in the ongoing restructuring of the Palestinian National Council, Shehab Wire reported. The factions asserted that the process contradicts principles of national partnership and democracy, characterizing current practices as incompatible with foundations of shared governance.
The joint statement reflects deep disagreement among Palestinian political groups over the council's composition. Multiple factions have opposed centralized decision-making on membership, demanding instead a role in selecting representatives. The Palestinian National Council serves as a legislative body, and disputes over its reform touch on fundamental questions of representation and power-sharing among competing Palestinian political movements and armed groups.
