US appoints special representative for Palestinian affairs

The move is seen as an upgrade to the relationship between the US and the Palestinian Authority, so far there was no designated representative for Palestinian affairs within the State Department.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas welcomes US President Joe Biden in Bethlehem in the Israeli-occupied West Bank July 15, 2022.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas welcomes US President Joe Biden in Bethlehem in the Israeli-occupied West Bank July 15, 2022.

(photo credit: REUTERS/MOHAMAD TOROKMAN)

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 17:57

Updated: NOVEMBER 23, 2022 19:52