Palestinians Head to the Polls for First Local Elections Since Gaza Conflict
On Saturday, Palestinians participated in local elections, marking the first electoral exercise since the Gaza war, with no Hamas candidates on the ballot.
Palestinians voted on April 25, 2026, in municipal elections, the first since the recent Gaza war. This event signifies a notable moment in the political landscape.
The electoral lists did not include any candidates from Hamas, indicating a shift in the political dynamics. Instead, the lists predominantly reflect the secular-nationalist agenda of President Mahmud Abbas.
The elections took place in both the occupied West Bank and parts of Gaza, highlighting the ongoing complexities of governance and representation in the region.
Updates
Update at 06:36 UTC on 2026-04-25
DW News reported Palestinians are going to the polls in the occupied West Bank and a part of Gaza in a first vote since the Gaza war.
Sources: DW News