Ramallah – 22 July 2026 – His Excellency Hussein Al Sheikh, Vice President of the State of Palestine, welcomed the decision of both Belgium and the Netherlands to ban the import of illegal Israeli settlement products.

Al Sheikh considered it an important step that aligns with international law and the advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice, as well as UN Security Council Resolution 2334, which affirmed the illegitimacy of settlements, and the resolutions of international legitimacy.

In the same context, Al Sheikh called on all countries to take similar measures to hold the Israeli occupation and its escalatory and illegal policies on the territory of the occupied State of Palestine accountable. In addition to taking more effective steps to stop settler terrorism, which has crossed all boundaries, targeting the lives, trees, and property of Palestinian citizens.

Ramallah – 06/07/2026 – His Excellency Hussein Al Sheikh, Vice President of the State of Palestine, reviewed the most prominent political, security, and economic developments that the Palestinian cause is undergoing during a meeting on Monday with H.E. Ambassador Gotcha Buachidze, the Representative of the Russian Federation to Palestine.

His Excellency briefed the Russian Ambassador on the latest developments in the Palestinian territories, amid the ongoing Israeli aggression against the Palestinian people, and the escalation in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and its dangerous repercussions on the humanitarian and political situations, affirming the necessity of an immediate cessation of the ongoing aggression, and adherence to the provisions of international law and international humanitarian law.

For his part, H.E. Ambassador Buachidze renewed the Russian Federation’s support of the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, affirming his country’s continued support for efforts aimed at achieving a ceasefire, delivering humanitarian aid, and advancing a political solution that ensures security and stability in the region, in accordance with the resolutions of international legitimacy.

Ramallah—July 1, 2026 – His Excellency Hussein Al Sheikh, Vice President of the State of Palestine, discussed with H.E. Mr. Takeshi Okubo, Special Assistant to the Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs and Ambassador in charge of Gaza Rebuilding Assistance, the mechanisms for Japan’s contribution to improving the humanitarian and living conditions of the people of the Gaza Strip, amid the ongoing tragic conditions and the Israeli aggression against our people.

The meeting took place on Wednesday in the presence of Mr. Yusuke Tabuchi, Political Advisor at the Representative Office of Japan to Palestine, and Mr. Ryuji Kida, Assistant to the Special Assistant to the Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs, in addition to H.E. Dr. Majdi Al Khalidi, Diplomatic Advisor to Mr. President Abbas, and Mrs. Ayah AlMuhisin, the Vice President’s Chief of Staff.

During the meeting, Al Sheikh affirmed his appreciation for Japan’s positions and its continued support for the Palestinian people, as well as for its contributions in the humanitarian and development fields, particularly given the exceptional circumstances facing our people. He also reviewed the latest political developments at the local and international levels, pointing to the ongoing Israeli aggression against the Gaza Strip, the escalation of occupation forces’ violations and settler attacks in the West Bank, and the continued withholding of Palestinian clearance revenues by Israel, alongside its serious repercussions that affect the financial and economic situations and the Palestinian government’s ability to meet its basic obligations.

For his part, H.E. Mr. Takeshi Okubo, Special Assistant to the Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs and Ambassador in charge of Gaza Rebuilding Assistance, affirmed his country’s continued supportive stance toward the Palestinian cause and its keenness to continue providing support to the Palestinian people in ways that strengthen their resilience and improve the humanitarian, economic, and social conditions. He renewed his country’s commitment to supporting efforts aimed at achieving stability and backing endeavors to rebuild the Gaza Strip and improve the living conditions of Palestinians.

Ramallah – 24 June 2026 – In a statement issued today, Wednesday, His Excellency Hussein Al Sheikh, Vice President of the State of Palestine, welcomed the European efforts aimed at releasing the Palestinian clearance revenues withheld by the occupation government.

Al Sheikh commend the efforts made to close this file amidst the suffocating financial and economic crisis facing the State of Palestine, emphasizing that the release of these funds has become an urgent necessity to alleviate the burden on our national institutions and enable them to continue providing essential services to our people, and strengthen our citizens’ resilience in the face of current challenges.

Ramallah – 23 June 2026 – His Excellency Hussein Al Sheikh, Vice-President of the State of Palestine, met with a high-level European delegation headed by H.E. Ms. Dubravka Šuica, the European Commissioner for Mediterranean Affairs, and attended by H.E. Mr. Christophe Bigot, the EU Special Representative for the Middle East Peace Process, and H.E. Mr. Alexandre Stutzmann, the Representative of the European Union, discussing the importance of strengthening relations between the European Union and Palestine, as well as the latest developments and updates related to the situation in Palestine, and efforts to achieve stability and peace in accordance with international legitimacy.

This took place during a meeting held today, Tuesday, at his office in Ramallah, attended by by H.E. Dr. Laila Ghannam, Fatah Central Committee Member, H.E. Dr. Majdi Al Khalidi, the Diplomatic Advisor to Mr. President Abbas, and Ms. Ayah AlMuhisin, the Vice President’s Chief of Staff.

The meeting addressed the overall political and field developments in the occupied Palestinian territory, amid the ongoing attacks by settlers and the escalation of occupation violations in the West Bank, the withholding of Palestinian funds, alongside the catastrophic humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip resulting from the continuation of the aggression and blockade, accompanied by disruptions to relief efforts and the prevention of reconstruction processes, which exacerbates the suffering of the Palestinian people.

Al Sheikh affirmed that the Palestinian leadership remains committed to consolidating the democratic approach and strengthening the political track, to ensure the protection of Palestinian national rights and establish a serious political process based on international legitimacy and relevant UN resolutions, leading to an end to the occupation and the realization of an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital, reiterating the commitment to holding legislative parliamentary elections in November and presidential elections next year.

He also emphasized the importance of the European role in supporting the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, and the necessity of intensifying international efforts to halt Israeli violations, end the war on the Gaza Strip, lift the blockade, release the withheld Palestinian funds, and enable the Palestinian government to fulfill its responsibilities in both the Gaza Strip and the West Bank.

The Vice-President commended the developmental and humanitarian assistance provided by the European Union, affirming the State of Palestine’s commitment to all reform programs, including governance, the security and justice sectors, unifying the social protection system, and developing services in the education and health sectors.

For her part, the European Commissioner for the Mediterranean affirmed the European Union’s continued interest in supporting Palestine and Palestinian reform programs, and that the European Union is following developments in the Palestinian territories, supporting efforts aimed at achieving stability in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, and reviving the political horizon in accordance with the two-state solution and international law.

Ramallah—June 10, 2026— During a meeting with a high-level European delegation, His Excellency Hussein Al Sheikh, Vice President of the State of Palestine, discussed the latest political and security developments, the current situation in the West Bank, and the challenges facing the work of Palestinian national institutions.

The European delegation included H.E. Ambassador Alexandre Stutzmann, the European Union Representative to Palestine, and Ms. Karin Limdal, the Head of Mission for the European Union Coordinating Office for Palestinian Police Support (EUPOL COPPS). On the Palestinian side, the meeting was attended by Major General Allam Al Saqqa, Director General of the Palestinian Police; Major General Rislan Shibrahim, Advisor to the Vice President; and Mrs. Ayah AlMuhisin, Chief of Staff of the Vice President.

Al Sheikh briefed the European delegation on the most prominent political and security developments and challenges, as well as the efforts made to enhance stability and preserve the capacity of Palestinian institutions to carry out their duties in the service of the Palestinian people, especially under the difficult conditions imposed by the occupation authorities and settlers through assaults against Palestinian citizens in the West Bank, the ongoing suffering of our people in the Gaza Strip, in addition to the continued withholding of Palestinian tax revenues. Al Sheikh also emphasized the Palestinian leadership’s endeavors to consolidate the democratic process and renew legitimacies following the completion of local elections, in preparation for general elections.

Al Sheikh expressed gratitude for the European Union for its support for the Palestinian people and their leadership, commending its role in supporting efforts to build Palestinian state institutions and enhance stability and development.

For their part, members of the European delegation affirmed the European Union’s continued support for the Palestinian Authority and its institutions, and the necessity of continuing joint cooperation, reiterating the European Union’s supportive stance toward achieving just and comprehensive peace based on the two-state solution and international legitimacy resolutions.

Ramallah – 20 May 2026 – His Excellency Mr. Hussein Al Sheikh, Vice President of the State of Palestine, discussed the latest local, regional, and international developments today, Wednesday, with an official delegation from the German Federal Foreign Office, headed by H.E. State Secretary of the Federal Foreign Office, Mr. Bernhard Kotsch and attended by Ms Anke Schlim, Representative of the Federal Republic of Germany to the State of Palestine.

During the meeting, bilateral relations between the two countries and ways to strengthen them were discussed, whilst Sheikh expressed his sincere gratitude for the German government’s support for the Palestinian people and its support for UNRWA.

The two sides also discussed the latest local, regional, and international developments, including the municipal elections, the Eighth Fatah Conference, and the decision taken at the PLO Executive Committee meeting to hold general elections. The meeting reviewed the escalating Israeli measures and policies in the Gaza Strip, including preventing the entry of aid to the Palestinian people, and the danger posed by settler violence in the West Bank, including incursions, the withholding of funds, and other actions that threaten the collapse of the Palestinian Authority.

The meeting was attended by Dr. Laila Ghanam, a member of the Fatah Central Committee, and Dr. Majdi AlKhalidi, the President’s adviser.

Athens – April 17, 2026 – His Excellency Hussein Al Sheikh, Vice President of the State of Palestine, heading a high-level Palestinian delegation in the presence of the Head of the Palestinian General Intelligence Service, Majid Faraj, the President’s Advisor, Majdi Al Khalidi, and the Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Greece, Yussef Dorkhom. met with Greek Prime Minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Athens.

Al Sheikh conveyed H.E. President Mahmoud Abbas’s greetings and his deep appreciation for the friendly relations between the two countries and peoples, as well as his appreciation for Greece’s supportive stances towards Palestine in international forums and its humanitarian assistance.

The two sides discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation and reviewed the latest developments in the Palestinian territories and the region. Al Sheikh emphasized the threat of the ongoing Israeli escalation in the West Bank, including Jerusalem, driven by settlement expansion, annexation attempts, and settler terrorism, and called for the immediate release of Palestinian clearance revenues withheld by Israel.

Al Sheikh called for the freedom of access for worshippers to the Al Aqsa Mosque and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and for the preservation of the legal and historical status quo of the holy sites, while highlighting the catastrophic humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, given the ongoing siege and closure of crossings.

The Vice President reiterated the State of Palestine’s welcome of President Trump’s plan and UN Security Council Resolution 2803, emphasizing the importance of activating the liaison office between the Palestinian government and the executive bodies of the Board of Peace. Also, stressed the importance of implementing the second phase, proceeding with recovery and reconstruction efforts toward a political solution in line with international legitimacy.

Furthermore, His Excellency stressed the unity of the Palestinian territory in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, rejecting any attempts to separate the Gaza Strip as it’s an integral part of the State of Palestine. He reaffirmed the commitment to the principle of one state, one law, and one legitimate armed force, as well as the need to unify Palestinian institutions in Gaza and the West Bank under the umbrella of the Palestinian government.

In addition, Al Sheikh reaffirmed the commitment to advancing reform programs as a national priority, also reiterated the State of Palestine’s support for a ceasefire and full solidarity with the Gulf States and Jordan in safeguarding their sovereignty, security, and stability against any aggression.

Also, welcomed the ceasefire in Lebanon, affirming support for its sovereignty and stability, and expressed the State of Palestine’s appreciation for Pakistani mediation efforts aimed at achieving a lasting ceasefire.

Finally, they emphasized the importance of continued political coordination with Greece and the European Union, as well as joint efforts to implement the two-state solution, and renewed the call for Greece to recognize the State of Palestine as a step toward achieving peace.

Earlier, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs between the Palestinian delegation, led by H.E. the Vice President Mr. Hussein Al Sheikh, and H.E. Greek Foreign Minister Mr. Giorgos Gerapetritis.

Ramallah – 8 April 2026 His Excellency Hussein Al Sheikh, Vice President of the State of Palestine, welcomed the truce agreement reached between the United States of America and Iran, considering it as a step towards reinforcing security and stability in the region.

Ramallah—March 30, 2026—His Excellency Hussein Al Sheikh, Vice President of the State of Palestine, strongly condemned the Israeli Knesset’s approval of a law imposing the death penalty on Palestinian prisoners.

Al Sheikh described this law as a dangerous escalation, a blatant challenge to international humanitarian law and international legitimacy, and a racist legislation.

At the same time, Al Sheikh called on the international community to act to protect Palestinian prisoners in the occupation’s prisons from the policies of the extremist occupation government.