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Mahmud Abbas Appoints Hussein al-Scheich as PLO Vice President

The new position ensures a clear succession plan for the 89-year-old Palestinian leader without requiring elections, as international donors push for reforms.

Mahmud Abbas (Mitte) und Hussein al-Scheich (Dritter von links)
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Overview

  • Hussein al-Scheich, a longtime ally of Mahmud Abbas, has been appointed Vice President of the PLO and deputy chairman of the Palestinian Authority.
  • The vice presidential role was created just days ago by the PLO Central Council, marking a structural change in Palestinian governance.
  • Al-Scheich, 64, is positioned to succeed Abbas without elections in the event of the president's death or incapacitation.
  • Saudi Arabia and international donors have praised the move as a step toward reform, with aid continuation tied to further institutional changes.
  • The PLO, established in 1964, represents Palestinians internationally but excludes groups like Hamas, with elections frozen since 2006 due to internal factional disputes.