Abbas was elected on 9 January 2005 to serve as President of the Palestinian National Authority until 15 January 2009, but extended his term until the next election in 2010, citing the PLO constitution, and …

Aug 30, 2025 · Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas’ office is urging the U.S. to reverse its decision to revoke his visa. The move comes weeks before he was set to attend the U.N.

Dec 23, 2025 · Mahmoud Abbas is the president of the Palestinian Authority (2005– ). He was instrumental in laying the foundations for peace with Israel and for Palestinian self-determination, …

Apr 26, 2025 · RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) — Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Saturday named a veteran aide and confidant as his new vice president.

Apr 18, 2025 · Plymouth, MN - Roxanne Abbas passed away on April 18, embraced by the love of her family and the legacy of a life lived with purpose, curiosity, and compassion.

President Mahmoud Abbas, received his elementary education in Safad. At the age of 13 he worked for two years to assist in providing his family and continued his education, studying at home.

Dec 16, 2025 · Read CNN’s Mahmoud Abbas Fast Facts and learn more about the Palestinian president.

Mahmoud Abbas, the president of the Palestinian Authority, delivered a speech by video to the U.N. General Assembly on Thursday in which he thanked countries for recognizing Palestinian statehood.

Mahmoud Abbas, also known by the kunya Abu Mazen, is a Palestinian politician who has been serving as the second president of Palestine and the Palestinian Nati...

Dec 17, 2025 · Mahmoud Abbas is the head of the Palestinian Authority, a position he undertook in January 2005. He is a member of the Fatah, and has been a chairman of the PLO since November …