HISTORY
HISTORY OF THE MIDDLE EAST
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Question
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Balfour
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PLO
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Ottomans
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HSR
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Detailed explanation-1: -In 1993, Israel recognised the PLO as the legitimate representative of the Palestinian people. Since the death of Arafat on November 11, 2004, the PLO has been headed by Mahmoud Abbas. The PLO is responsible for negotiating the permanent status issues towards a final agreement with Israel.
Detailed explanation-2: -Prior to signing the accords, Arafat-as Chairman of the PLO and its official representative-signed two letters renouncing violence and officially recognizing Israel. In return, Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin, on behalf of Israel, officially recognized the PLO.
Detailed explanation-3: -In June 2007, Hamas fighters took control of the Gaza Strip and removed all Fatah officials.
Detailed explanation-4: -Since 29 October 2004, Mahmoud Abbas has been the Chairman of the PLO EC.