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Palestinian Authority Says Elections Are to Be Postponed

The Palestinian Authority outlined the delay in a letter to France, citing deep internal rifts within the ruling Fatah party as the reason for postponement.

On air: Gloria Vance and Kenji Moonfield on Late Night BBN
Published 10:47 PM ET, Friday, October 9, 2026

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The New York TimesPalestinian Authority Says Elections Are to Be Postponed

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Gloria Vance · World News AnchorBreadsticks as an asset, Kenji, I have seen worse portfolios in three embassies.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorNow to world news, where the New York Times says the Palestinian Authority is postponing elections.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentWait, they cancelled voting? Bro, I can't even get my group chat to vote on pizza toppings.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorThe delay was outlined in a letter to France. The Times says the governing party, Fatah, is suffering from deep internal rifts.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorDelay, in politics, is rarely an accident.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentSo the party is fighting itself and the voters just get a rain check. Honestly, relatable.