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By: Omar Rahal & Amal Al-Faqih<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the Palestinian cause approaches another milestone in its prolonged struggle, Palestine faces several challenges on political, social, and legal fronts amidst the absence of just solutions and the continuation of Israeli occupation. This study aims to analyse the repercussions of the current conditions a year after one of the most violent wars in Palestinian territories broke out, which has left profound local and international impacts. It was conducted in December 2024, prior to the January 2025 ceasefire, and reflects perspectives on the ground at the time of writing. The study examines the double standards in international norms that entrench support for Israel at the expense of internationally recognised Palestinian rights, exacerbating the suffering of Palestinians. It also addresses the internal crises within the Palestinian political system, particularly the political division between Fatah and Hamas and the stalled democratic transformation due to the absence of elections. This study highlights the negative impact of these crises on Palestinians’ aspirations for freedom, justice, and political participation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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