The story so far · 4 days, October 7 to 10, 2026
One Turn followed this story across 4 editions, from West Bank, Palestine on October 7, 2026. Newest first.
Palestinians last held legislative elections in 2006, won by Hamas, which led to a split between Hamas in Gaza and the Fatah-led Palestinian Authority in the West Bank. Planned elections have been postponed repeatedly since.
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Vice President Hussein al-Sheikh said the legislative vote planned for November 28 will be delayed, possibly until September 2027, alongside the already postponed presidential election. He cited worsening conditions across Palestinian territories.
Why it matters: The delay prolongs a long absence of national elections for Palestinians amid regional war.
Sources: Reuters · See it on the globe
Palestinian Vice President Hussein al-Sheikh said the legislative vote planned for November 28 will be delayed, possibly until September 2027, alongside an already postponed presidential election. He cited worsening conditions across the Palestinian territories.
Why it matters: The delay prolongs the absence of an elected Palestinian legislature, a key issue for governance and future peace arrangements.
Sources: Reuters · See it on the globe
Israeli settlers attacked Palestinians in the occupied West Bank. One man was killed and 16 others were wounded.
Why it matters: Settler violence fuels instability in the West Bank and draws international criticism.
Sources: Al Jazeera · See it on the globe
Israeli settlers attacked Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, killing one man and wounding 16 others, according to Al Jazeera.
Why it matters: Settler violence continues to fuel tensions and displacement in the occupied territory.
Sources: Al Jazeera · See it on the globe