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Mansour Abbas Defends Acceptance of Jewish State to Avoid Disqualification, Does Not Deny Nakba
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By עמית סגל
First reported by Arutz Sheva · Aug 24, 2026
What happened
Mansour Abbas clarified that accepting Israel as a Jewish state was a political necessity to run for the Knesset and denied claims he rejects the Nakba. He advocates for a new political approach that acknowledges Palestinian history while seeking practical influence and future cooperation.
- 01Mansour Abbas accepted Israel as a Jewish state to avoid disqualification from Knesset elections.
- 02He denies accusations that he rejects the Nakba or the Palestinian narrative.
- 03Abbas says his political language and approach have evolved with a focus on partnership and influence.
- 04He proposes a new political narrative to address historical injustices and prevent future displacement.
- 05Abbas calls for moving beyond historical narratives to create a hopeful future vision.
- 06His comments respond to criticism following his remarks on Zionist conquest of Palestine.
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