I Will
Not Run In Next Election – President Abbas
Palestinian
President Mahmoud Abbas says it is not his desire to
run in upcoming elections, set for January.
He blamed his decision on the stalemate in peace
talks.
President Abbas is said to be disheartened by
Washington's refusal to press Israel harder for a
freeze on West Bank settlement construction.
Abbas had insisted he would not resume negotiations
until Israel stops all construction.
Hamas spokesman, Taher Nunu has however said he did
not believe Abbas really meant to step down.
He said, ’’ Abbas’s speech is not for the
Palestinians alone, but also for the United States
and the international community, so they would give
him more support in the elections.’’
AP/Yinka