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After years of deadlock, intra-Palestinian politics has reached a phase of hyperactivity. Read more about Has Palestinian unity finally arrived? 

PA leader is playing politics with the welfare of two million Palestinians to no obvious end. Read more about Mahmoud Abbas' high stakes gamble in Gaza 

Reports suggest Gulf countries looking to normalize relations with Israel as Trump prepares to visit Riyadh and Jerusalem. Read more about Trump brings nothing to Palestinians  

Netanyahu “invented a new enemy: Arab citizens of Israel,” says Basel Ghattas. Read more about Cruelty spurred me to aid Palestinian prisoners -- ousted lawmaker 

Loosened US reins on Israel would endanger two-state charade. Read more about Netanyahu's Trump predicament 

Mahmoud Abbas consolidates grip on movement as looming crises facing Palestinians are left unaddressed.  Read more about Fatah votes to keep its head in sand 

Fatah and Hamas face leadership transitions and dearth of ideas. Read more about Are Palestinians ready for Trump? 

What is the real reason for the cancellation of elections in the West Bank and Gaza? Read more about Mahmoud Abbas runs scared of democracy 

Why the Arab and French initiatives are doomed to fail. Read more about Endless peace process rewards only Israel