From Brussels, “My Voice, My Decision” campaign takes on appointed representation
With 75 institutions and around 150 Palestinian figures taking part, the Brussels Declaration called for democratic elections to the National Council, the preparation of an electoral register for Palestinians in Europe, and the designation of 2027 as the year of the prisoner.
Over 20,000 signatures from 53 countries: Palestinian campaign rejects appointment of National Council
The "My Voice, My Decision – No to Appointment" campaign has surpassed 20,000 signatures from Palestinians in 53 countries, demanding direct elections for the Palestinian National Council and guaranteed participation for Palestinians everywhere.
Palestinian Omar Al-Aina Crowned European Karate Champion Representing England
Palestinian Omar Al-Aina, son of the Nahr al-Bared camp in Lebanon, was crowned European champion in Kyokushin karate after three consecutive victories at the IKOKU championship in Belgium.
Palestinian groups call for unity and democratic renewal after election postponement
A joint statement by Palestinian organisations in Europe and North America calls for the election postponement to be used to rebuild national unity and renew institutions.
Simaan Khoury: The Palestinian diaspora is not on the margins of the national project
Simaan Khoury calls for free and inclusive National Council elections and rejects appointment, exclusion and quota-sharing, stressing that diaspora Palestinians must take part in the national decision.
Palestinian National Forum: The National Council's legitimacy begins with free and direct elections
The Palestinian National Forum in Istanbul rejects appointment mechanisms and electoral colleges for the National Council and calls for free and direct elections that include Palestinians at home and in the diaspora.