Mahmoud Abbas Addresses UN, Pledges No Hamas in Post-War Gaza

Abbas Addresses UN Virtually

• 🇵🇸 Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas addressed the United Nations General Assembly remotely after the U.S. revoked visas for him and his delegation on national security grounds.
• 💡 Abbas used his remarks to condemn Israeli settlements in the West Bank and notably condemned the October 7th attacks on Israel.

Hamas Role in Post-Conflict Gaza

• 🚫 Abbas explicitly stated that Hamas would have no role in governance in a post-conflict Gaza.
• 🌍 This statement comes amid growing international support for Palestinian statehood.

Post-War Gaza Governance Challenges

• 📉 Abbas's remote address meant he was excluded from in-person discussions about a post-war scenario.
• 🤝 Despite a push by French President Macron and Saudi Crown Prince MBS for a two-state solution involving a revitalized PA, prospects for inclusion are currently bleak.
• 🇮🇱 Israel has dismissed any role for the PA in a post-war scenario.

Netanyahu's Stance and International Plans

• 🗣️ Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to speak at the UN, likely condemning international recognition of a Palestinian state as a reward for Hamas.
• 🇺🇸 A U.S. plan, presented by special envoy Steve Whit, includes the release of all hostages and guarantees against Qatari strikes, and was reportedly received favorably by Muslim and Arab leaders.