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"He has refused to recognize Israel twice despite generous proposals from Israel, including land swaps and a Palestinian capital in East Jerusalem," Krikus stated. Moreover, Abbas has been in power for over 20 years without holding elections, largely due to fears of losing to Hamas and internal corruption, which has undermined his legitimacy.
He emphasized that Abbas lacks trustworthiness, citing his failure to implement reforms and the fact that his governance has been marred by corruption and a lack of legitimacy. Krikus warned that global leaders should be skeptical of Abbas's assurances, as his tenure and past actions suggest he may not deliver genuine peace commitments.