Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas condemned the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, affirming Palestine's rejection of terrorism and violence. The Palestinian Authority is criticized for supporting terrorism, despite claims of rejecting violence. Abbas has yet to condemn a recent Hamas terror attack.
Key Points
Abbas condemns attempted assassination of Trump
Palestinian Authority criticized for supporting terrorism
Abbas yet to condemn recent Hamas terror attack
Pros
Public condemnation of terrorism and violence
Expressing hopes for Trump's swift recovery
Cons
Criticism for supporting terrorism
Lack of condemnation of recent Hamas terror attack