How the New Palestinian Authority ‘Constitution’ Could Lead to Endless War
French President Emmanuel Macron welcomes Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, Nov. 11, 2025. Photo: REUTERS/Benoit Tessier When then-Palestinian Authority (PA) leader Yasser Arafat walked away from Israeli peace deals…
Assessment
The Palestinian Authority's draft constitution enshrines the right of return and armed resistance, which directly contradicts the terms of past peace frameworks. This formalizes maximalist demands that have historically derailed negotiations. The international community, particularly France, now faces a choice between endorsing this document or insisting on revisions that align with a two-state solution. The outcome will signal whether diplomatic engagement with the PA can still produce a viable path to peace.