Palestine Authority President Mahmoud Abbas arrived in Jenin
on Wednesday afternoon to assess the situation of citizens and to follow up on
the progress of the reconstruction of Jenin and its refugee camp after a deadly
Israeli raid that left at least 12 Palestinians dead.
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This was his first visit to Jenin since 2012.
Abbas traveled from Ramallah to Jenin using a Jordanian
helicopter, according to Amad news.
Reaffirming unity and securityIn a speech delivered upon his arrival, Abbas emphasized the
importance of maintaining the security and authority of Palestine, stating,
"We will not allow, and I say this frankly, any hand that reaches for the
unity, security, safety, and stability of our people will be cut off from its
roots."
Abbas expressed his commitment to the reconstruction efforts
in Jenin, affirming that acts of aggression would not be tolerated. He stated,
"We came today to Jenin to follow up on the reconstruction of the camp.”
“We will not accept any aggression from anyone, and we will
remain steadfast and patient."
Vision for an independent stateFurthermore, Abbas emphasized the collective goal of unity
and the determination to remain on their homeland until it is fully liberated
from Israeli occupation.
He emphasized the PA’s commitment to fighting for an
independent state of Palestine with Jerusalem as its capital, underlining the
long-standing aspirations of the Palestinian people.
Honoring the fallen
Upon his arrival in Jenin, Abbas was warmly received by
Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Muhammad Shtayeh, members of the
Palestinian leadership, the government, the Governor of Jenin Akram Rajoub,
security officials, and representatives of official and civil institutions.
As a gesture of respect, Abbas paid tribute to those who
lost their lives in the recent Israeli attack.
He laid a wreath of flowers on graves in the new Martyrs
Cemetery in the Jenin refugee camp.
The cemetery now serves as the resting place for nine
individuals who fell victim to the recent Israeli hostilities in the city of
Jenin and its camp.
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