Gaza city: The Central Committee of the Palestinian National Liberation Movement (Fatah) convened a meeting in Ramallah, chaired by Vice President of the State of Palestine and Vice Chairman of the Palestinian National Liberation Movement, Hussein al-Sheikh. The meeting focused on the latest political developments at regional and international levels, current situations on the ground, and ongoing preparations for the upcoming general elections.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency - WAFA, the Central Committee began the meeting by unanimously electing Lieutenant General Jibril Rajoub as its Secretary and appointing Layla Ghannam to lead the Development and Empowerment Commission. This is part of Fatah's efforts to enhance organizational work and distribute responsibilities within the movement's leadership.
The committee extensively discussed the rapidly evolving situation in Palestine amid the ongoing conflict with Israel, marked by escalating attacks and violations in the occupied West Bank, including Jerusalem. The meeting highlighted concerns over incursions into Palestinian territories, detentions, and attacks on citizens, as well as activities by colonist militias. The Central Committee expressed solidarity with detainees in Israeli prisons, particularly Central Committee member Marwan Barghouti.
Discussions also covered the political implications of these developments, focusing on efforts at national, Arab, and international levels to counter Israeli policies and mobilize support for Palestinian rights, including the establishment of an independent state. The committee reviewed reports on Fatah's organizational readiness for the upcoming elections, emphasizing the need for thorough preparations and the strengthening of their presence across governorates.
The committee underscored the importance of maintaining high organizational readiness and completing necessary arrangements for the elections, viewing them as a significant national and democratic milestone. It also addressed strategies to enhance Fatah's unity and organizational capabilities to better fulfill its national role.
In conclusion, the Fatah Central Committee reaffirmed its commitment to advancing political, organizational, and field work, focusing on priority national issues to support Palestinian aspirations for freedom and independence.