The Palestinian Authority has pledged sweeping political reforms and elections within one year of a Gaza ceasefire, aligning with a U.S.-mediated peace proposal aimed at ending the eight-month conflict. The commitments come as international pressure mounts for a sustainable resolution grounded in the two-state solution framework.
In an official statement published Monday, the State of Palestine outlined a three-pronged approach: immediate humanitarian relief for Gaza, structural governance reforms, and security guarantees for both Palestinians and Israelis. The plan calls for full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, release of detainees, and mechanisms to prevent displacement or annexation of Palestinian territories.
Key reforms include unifying Palestinian security forces under a single command and holding presidential and parliamentary elections open to all candidates endorsing the Palestine Liberation Organization's political program. The Authority emphasized its vision for a "modern, democratic state" committed to pluralism and peaceful power transitions.
The announcement follows U.S. President Donald Trump's disclosure that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accepted Washington's ceasefire roadmap. Hamas officials confirmed receipt of the proposal, stating they would review it "with sincere intent."
Analysts suggest the timeline pressures both Palestinian factions and Israel to address long-standing governance challenges while maintaining international legitimacy. The proposed reforms notably avoid direct mention of Hamas' political role post-conflict, leaving questions about power-sharing arrangements.
