Palestinian Leader Lays Out Succession Plan, Elevating Deputy as Apparent Heir

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Aaron Boxerman and Adam RasgonOctober 26, 2025 at 07:00 PM

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Mahmoud Abbas, the 89-year-old president of the Palestinian Authority, announced a succession plan on Sunday, stating that his deputy, Hussein al-Sheikh, would temporarily assume leadership if he were to step down or die. This move follows pressure from Arab countries for a clear heir. Al-Sheikh is expected to hold power for up to 90 days before elections are held, with the possibility of extending this period once in case of an emergency. Abbas has led the Palestinian Authority since his election in 2005 and has not held presidential elections since then. The announcement comes amid international hopes that the Palestinian Authority could play a role in postwar Gaza, which Israel opposes.

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