Palestinian Authority Crumbles Under Israeli Pressure and Internal Decay: A Stark Reality Check

Mahmoud Abbas marks his 90th birthday as a symbol of failure for the Palestinian cause—an authoritarian leader clinging to power in fragmented enclaves of the West Bank while Israel methodically tightens its grip on Palestinian lands. For two decades, Abbas' presidency has been marked less by progress toward statehood and more by paralysis, corruption, and complicity in prolonging occupation.Why Has Palestinian Leadership Become a Liability?Abbas’ refusal to hold elections for nearly twenty years has stripped the Palestinian Authority (PA) of any meaningful legitimacy. Polls now show over 80% of Palestinians want him to resign—a damning indictment that reflects widespread frustration...