Mahmoud Abbas
Mahmoud Abbas
Mahmoud Abbas, also known by the kunya Abu Mazen, is the President of the State of Palestine and Palestinian National Authority. He has been the Chairman of the Palestine Liberation Organizationsince 11 November 2004 and has been Palestinian president since 15 January 2005. Abbas is a member of the Fatah party...
NationalityPalestinian
ProfessionPolitician
Date of Birth26 March 1935
CitySafed, Israel
CountryPalestine, State of
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It is an important day in our people's history in Gaza Strip and northern West Bank, where all settlements will be removed out of our lands forever,
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We're back to square one. Now we need time to regain calm. Our people need a quiet life and to make a living.
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Until now, we haven't asked anyone to form the government. We are carrying on contacts with all factions, and of course we will ask the party that won the majority to form the government.
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This pullout is a result of our sacrifice, of our patience, the sacrifice of our people, the steadfastness, and the wise people of our nation,
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We are all in agreement that Jerusalem has to be included in the election. And if it is not included, all the factions agree that there will be no elections.
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Our capital will be Jerusalem, and our state will not contain settlements.
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I tell you, frankly, we have a historical opportunity that hinges on our good performance. Today there is no room for personal agendas,
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I think that we are able to put all these ideas together and finalize them soon,
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It is necessary to deal with the party who is responsible for the planning,
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It is necessary for everyone to be committed to a calm agreement.
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I will be able to control the chaos in Gaza.
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I think they are now responsible, and in order to assume responsibilities, their policies have to be compatible with international polices.
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It is a requirement to ensure that the withdrawal will take place in a civilized manner so that we can show the world we deserve our freedom and independence.
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Peace and security cannot be guaranteed by the construction of walls, by the erection of checkpoints and the confiscation of land, but rather by the recognition of rights.