DFLP political and electoral proposals in Palestine

The Democratic Front for the Liberation of Palestine (DFLP) has moved to engage in the Palestinian political process through both electoral and structural proposals.

In late September 2026, the DFLP announced the formation of the ‘Unity and Democratic Change’ list to contest the Palestinian legislative elections scheduled for November 28, 2026. The list, led by Deputy Secretary-General Magda al-Masri, includes 60 candidates from the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and Jerusalem. Al-Masri noted that the decision to run independently followed failed attempts to form a joint coalition with other leftist and independent figures, though the party continues to advocate for a national dialogue to rebuild the political system.

By October 2026, the DFLP expanded its platform to call for the urgent formation of a national consensus government. This proposed body would hold authority over all occupied Palestinian territories, including Gaza, the West Bank, and East Jerusalem. The group stated such a government is necessary to manage Gaza reconstruction, provide relief, and counter settlement projects and annexation. The DFLP maintains that a unified government and a comprehensive national dialogue are complementary steps toward resolving the political crisis and renewing institutional legitimacy.