'While BDS is proving to be an effective tool of peaceful resistance and responsible, ethical investment and consumer responsibility to hold Israel to account, this happens!' Hanan Ashrawi tweeted.
World Keffiyeh Day 'is to be commemorated on an annual basis in conjunction with Nakba Day, in order to show solidarity with the Palestinian cause and struggle.'
Sweden's hurried decision to recognize "Palestine" has generated a diplomatic flurry. Israel believes that such a move hinders any chance of a real solution.
Abbas knows Hamas has not changed and will not change. He is seeking to avoid suspension of US and EU financial aid and potential Israeli economic sanctions.
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