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Political Instability and Closures Lead to Economic Contraction in Bethlehem
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What happened
A senior contact within Fatah discussed the possibility of an electoral coalition between Hamas and Mohammed Dahlan, a Gaza-born aide to UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed, amid political instability in Bethlehem. Simultaneously, Israel announced a shutdown of the West Bank, which has tightened the siege on Palestinians and throttled movement across the region.
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Why it matters
The political instability and increased closures in the West Bank have caused severe economic contraction in Bethlehem. Reports indicate that the local economy is struggling, with 40 hotels in Bethlehem closed and local commerce severely limited.
Authorities are reporting on the advancement of settlement construction in the West Bank and incidents near Bethlehem, amidst increased violence since Hamas's attacks. Netanyahu refuses to dismantle West Bank settlements amid protracted conflict and rocket fire from Hamas.
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Who's involved
- HamasPalestinian Islamist political and military organization involved in potential electoral coalition discussions.
- FatahPalestinian nationalist political party involved in discussions regarding a potential electoral coalition.
- BethlehemCity experiencing severe economic contraction due to closures and political instability.
- West BankPalestinian territory where regulatory closures are halting commerce and tightening the siege.
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- Military closures tighten siege, crippling West Bank economyTightening military closures are causing economic collapse and restricting movement in the West BankAlready happening
- Mohammed Dahlan's coalition talks may challenge Fatah's leadershipMohammed Dahlan's coalition talks could challenge Mahmoud Abbas's leadershipPossible
- Potential coalition threatens Mahmoud Abbas's leadershipPotential coalition of Hamas, Dahlan, and Barghouti challenges Abbas's leadershipPossible
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.PA cancels elections amid West Bank closures; talks suggest a coalition between Dahlan and Hamas.1 source
Fatah contact discusses potential electoral coalition amid political instability in Bethlehem.1 source
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The entities involved
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Hamas
Palestinian Islamist political and military organization
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Fatah
Palestinian nationalist political party
Related events
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