In a landmark move, rival Palestinian factions Hamas and Fatah have signed the Beijing Declaration, aiming to end a years-long rift and strengthen Palestinian unity.
The agreement was reached after reconciliation talks in Beijing, hosted by China, involving 14 Palestinian political factions and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. This significant step towards unity comes as part of China's broader efforts to position itself as a global mediator. The declaration marks a hopeful advance in Palestinian politics, which has been marred by division and conflict between the two groups for over a decade.
The international community watches closely as this agreement could reshape the dynamics of Palestinian governance and its relations with the rest of the world.
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Fatah and Hamas pledge to strengthen Palestinian unity after signing Beijing Declaration
Leaders of rival Palestinian factions Fatah and Hamas have signed a declaration aimed at ending division and strengthening unity. A total of 14 Palestinian factions are due to be represented at a meeting with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
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