Palestinian authorities prepare for November 2026 legislative elections

Preparations are accelerating for the Palestinian legislative elections scheduled for November 28, 2026. The Palestinian Central Election Commission has reported significant progress, noting that voter registration in the Jerusalem suburbs has exceeded 70%, driven largely by high participation from youth and previously unregistered citizens.

The election process aims to cover the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and Jerusalem. While the commission has implemented special procedures to protect the political rights of Jerusalem residents with national IDs—allowing them to vote without prior registration to mitigate security challenges—logistical hurdles remain. These include the need to rehabilitate organizational offices in Gaza and navigating Israeli restrictions on the movement of voters and election materials.

In parallel, the Palestinian Cabinet is addressing broader governance and economic issues. Key priorities include managing the financial situation to ensure upcoming salary payments, supporting villages affected by settler violence, and preparing for the new school year. The government also highlighted the need for institutional reform and is coordinating with international partners to ensure the electoral process can proceed effectively.