PALESTINIAN REFORM ADVOCATE SAMER SINIJLAWI TELLS THE NEWS FORUM: ‘88% of eligible Palestinian voters have already preregistered for the November 28th election — the first election since 2005’

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire PALESTINIAN REFORM ADVOCATE SAMER SINIJLAWI TELLS THE NEWS FORUM: '88% of eligible Palestinian voters have already preregistered for the November 28th election -- the first election since 2005'Author of the article:Image created by The News Forum and used with permission GNWIn an exclusive interview with The News Forum, Samer Sinijlawi calls for a new generation of Palestinian leadership, peaceful coexistence with Israel and a democratic, demilitarized Palestinian stateTHIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountST. CATHARINES, Ontario, Oct. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A prominent Palestinian political reformer who advocates peace and coexistence with Israel is warning that Palestinian elections scheduled for November 28 could be postponed, threatening a rare opportunity for a new generation of leaders committed to democracy, nonviolence and a negotiated two-state solution.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.In an EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW airing on broadcast on October 13 at 7PM ET on The News Forum, Samer Sinijlawi, makes the case for a fundamental change in Palestinian leadership and in relations between Israelis and Palestinians.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try again“Nothing can defeat the two-state solution. Nothing. There is no way that seven million Jews will disappear from this land or seven million Palestinians will disappear from this land.”The interview comes as uncertainty surrounds Palestinian legislative elections scheduled for November 28, potentially the first such vote in two decades.When 88% of eligible Palestinian voters have already preregistered, his New Path movement is seeking to bring younger Palestinians, women and professionals into political life on a platform of democratic accountability, nonviolence, dialogue with Israel and improved living conditions.A Palestinian state built on the “Four Ds”In the interview, Sinijlawi outlines four essential principles for a viable Palestinian state:“The Palestinian state should be democratic. The Palestinian state should be developed. The Palestinian state should be deradicalized. And it should be demilitarized.”This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.“Imagine if we can change this relationship from conflict to partnership. Who in the world can say no to Israelis and Palestinians when they come together asking for economic development, investment and cooperation in technology?”Sinijlawi argues that Palestinian statehood, accompanied by democratic reform and credible security guarantees, can help address Israeli concerns about another October 7 attack while giving Palestinians the dignity, freedom and self-determination they seek.Canada, United States and other Western democracies need to actSinijlawi challenges Canada, the United States, Europe and moderate Arab countries to support democratic and moderate forces in both Israeli and Palestinian society.“The moderates, including the liberal world, Canada, the United States, Europe and the moderate Arab countries, together with the moderates in Israel and Palestine, should be one camp — united.”For Sinijlawi, coexistence is not merely a diplomatic aspiration but a practical necessity.“We are the only nation that can convince the Israelis that there is a Palestinian partner they can trust — the DNA of the region is coexistence.”This advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.WATCH EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wvJMr-1rmc&t=4sProgram:Is a Two-State Solution Still Possible? An Exclusive Conversation with Samer SinijlawiThe News Forum Broadcast: Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 7:00 PM ETThe News Forum Digital NOW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wvJMr-1rmc&t=4sThe News Forum is a Canadian national news broadcaster committed to balanced, in-depth coverage of the issues shaping Canada and the world. Through independent journalism, thoughtful analysis and open dialogue, the network provides a platform for diverse perspectives on important public issues.Danielle KlammerChief Marketing Officer, The News Forum604-626-6993d.klammer@thenewsforum.caThe News Forum Website: www.thenewsforum.caImage created by The News Forum and used with permission.This advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.