The comments were delivered during official diplomatic discussions held in Nicosia between Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides. Abbas emphasized that his administration has spent years extending a hand toward peace to ensure both peoples can coexist safely. He specifically urged the incoming administration in Israel to return to the negotiating table without delay.
Key points
Diplomatic discussions between Palestine and Cyprus focused on prospects for renewing reg…: Diplomatic discussions between Palestine and Cyprus focused on prospects for renewing regional negotiations.
Palestinian officials are seeking an immediate resumption of talks once the new Israeli g…: Palestinian officials are seeking an immediate resumption of talks once the new Israeli government takes office.
Long-term bilateral security remains the stated objective of the Palestinian leadership's…: Long-term bilateral security remains the stated objective of the Palestinian leadership's outreach efforts.
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Palestinian president says hopes for peace talks with new Israeli government
29 October 2026 15:32 GMT
Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas said he hoped the election of a new Israeli government would allow for the resumption of peace talks.
"For many years now, we have been extending a hand to the Israeli side in order to achieve peace with them, so that Israel and Palestine may live in security, stability and peace," Abbas said during a meeting with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides in Nicosia.
"We hope that, immediately after a new Israeli government is formed, we will be able to engage in dialogue together."
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