Number of candidacy lists for legislative elections rises to 11 requests

The Palestinian Central Elections Commission received on Friday two new candidacy requests from the "Watan for Independents" and "All Palestinian Gathering" lists, raising the total number of candidacy requests for the 2026 legislative elections to 11. The requests are subject to legal review and scrutiny, and the elections are scheduled to be held on November 28, 2026, according to the presidential decree.

The Palestinian Central Elections Commission received on Friday two new candidacy requests submitted by the "Watan for Independents" and "All Palestinian Gathering" lists, raising the total number of candidacy requests for the 2026 legislative elections to 11. The commission stated in a press release that the submitted candidacy requests are subject to review and scrutiny to ensure they meet legal requirements and complete the necessary documents, pending decisions on them according to approved procedures. The legislative elections are scheduled to be held on November 28, 2026, according to the presidential decree issued in this regard, while the Elections Commission continues to complete procedures related to the electoral process. The article provides a neutral procedural report on developments in the electoral process, without analysis or commentary from the author.