Eid al-Fitr 1447 H: Mahmoud Abbas Voices Hopes for Palestinian Independence and Regional Peace

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has conveyed Eid al-Fitr 1447 H greetings to the Palestinian people and Muslims around the world. In his message, Abbas expressed great hopes that the momentum of this day of victory becomes a turning point for the independence of the Palestinian nation. The statement was directed by Abbas to Palestinians in their homeland and in exile, as well as to Arab and Islamic countries. He reaffirmed the main vision of his people’s struggle. “The realisation of an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital,” Abbas stated. In addition to voicing aspirations for independence, Abbas emphasised the importance of stability in the Middle East region. He hoped that Arab and Islamic nations could achieve prosperity, security, and peace amid existing geopolitical challenges. On the same occasion, President Abbas affirmed Palestinian solidarity with neighbouring countries. He highlighted several crucial points: Abbas concluded his statement by firmly rejecting all forms of violence and attacks that undermine the sovereignty of any country, in order to maintain global stability and security. President Mahmoud Abbas has urged that all obstacles imposed by Israel be lifted immediately to ensure the implementation of the second phase of the ceasefire in Gaza. President Mahmoud Abbas has urged Italy to recognise the State of Palestine. Such a step would help protect the two-state solution and strengthen the foundations of peace. Pope Leo XIV and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas discussed the urgency of humanitarian aid for the Gaza Strip and the realisation of a two-state solution to end the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Abbas affirmed that the Palestinian people will not succumb to pressure or prolonged suffering due to the conflict. President of the Palestinian Authority Mahmoud Abbas emphasised that Hamas will not have a place in the Gaza government after the war ends.