Reshuffle in leadership: Will overhaul of Palestinian Authority lead to sufficient reform?

This handout picture provided by the Palestinian Authority's Press Office (PPO) shows Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh (L) presenting the resignation of his government to President Mahmud Abbas, in Ramallah on February 26, 2024. Shtayyeh announced on February 26 the resignation of his government, which rules parts of the Israeli occupied West Bank, citing the need for change after the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza ends. (Photo by Thaer GHANEM / PPO / AFP) / === RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY CREDIT "AFP PHOTO / HO / PPO " - NO MARKETING NO ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS - DISTRIBUTED AS A SERVICE TO CLIENTS ===

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh (left) presenting the resignation of his government to Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas in Ramallah on Feb 26.

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LONDON - Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh of the Palestinian Authority (PA) announced his resignation on Feb 26, but it may be weeks before a replacement for him is announced.

It also remains unclear whether his departure is a prelude to a proper overhaul of the PA or just a move to gain time while various Palestinian factions jostle for power.

Reshuffle in leadership: Will overhaul of Palestinian Authority lead to sufficient reform?

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