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Reshuffle in leadership: Will overhaul of Palestinian Authority lead to sufficient reform?

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh (left) presenting the resignation of his government to Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas in Ramallah on Feb 26. PHOTO: AFP
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LONDON - Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh of the Palestinian Authority (PA) announced his resignation on Feb 26, but it may be weeks before a replacement for him is announced.

It also remains unclear whether his departure is a prelude to a proper overhaul of the PA or just a move to gain time while various Palestinian factions jostle for power.

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