Elections & Democracy
Palestinian elections must go ahead, Barrot says
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said Wednesday that Palestinians must hold fresh elections.
“They absolutely must be held,” Barrot said. He noted that legislative polls had been slated for November 2026 and presidential elections for the first quarter of 2027.
Update
Jean-Noel Barrot said Palestinian elections must be held.
Legislative polls had been slated for November 2026 and presidential elections for the first quarter of 2027.
Source note: AFP news report published on 23 September 2026 at 14:05:01 UTC.
Uncertainty notes
The specific logistical challenges that could delay the elections are not detailed.
Source
AFP news report published on .