
Palestinian reconciliation
Palestinian reconciliation refers to efforts by Palestinian political factions, mainly Fatah and Hamas, to unite their leadership and coordinate governance. Historically divided—Fatah controls the West Bank and Hamas the Gaza Strip—reconciliation aims to create a unified front, improve governance, and negotiate peace more effectively. Achieving this involves negotiations, political agreements, and sometimes concessions, addressing disputes over authority, policies, and resources. The process is key for strengthening Palestinian identity and negotiating leverage, but it faces challenges like trust, differing agendas, and external pressures, making consistent, lasting unity complex but essential for their national aspirations.