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Fatah Advisory Council

The Advisory Council of Fatah is a prominent consultative body within the Fatah political party, which is one of the most significant Palestinian political factions and a core member of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO). Established to offer strategic advice and guidance, the council plays a crucial role in shaping the direction and policies of Fatah.[1]

Advisory Council of Fatah

المجلس الاستشاري لحركة فتح

al-Majlis al-Istishārī li-Ḥarakat Fatḥ
2019 Advisory Council
Type
HousesUpper body
Central Committee of Fatah
Advisory body
Advisory Council of Fatah
Lower body
Revolutionary Council of Fatah
Leadership
Secretary-General
Nasr Youssef
Deputy Secretary
Fahmi al-Za’arir
Seats51
Elections
Last election
2019
Next election
TBD

Functions and role

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The council's main functions involve advising on a wide range of issues including political strategies, organizational matters, and operational activities. It serves as an intermediary between Fatah's Revolutionary Council and its Central Committee. This positioning allows the Advisory Council to facilitate communication and coordination between these key decision-making bodies.[1]

In its advisory capacity, the council contributes to the formulation of long-term strategies and policies that align with Fatah's objectives and the broader goals of the Palestinian national movement. Its input is particularly valuable in navigating complex political landscapes and in addressing both domestic and international challenges faced by the party.[2]

Meetings and sessions

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The Advisory Council holds sessions every four months, ensuring continuous strategic oversight and alignment with Fatah's goals. Overall, the council helps ensure that Fatah's strategies are coherent and effective, supporting the party's leadership in maintaining its influence and advancing its goals within the Palestinian political arena and beyond.[3]

Composition and representation

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The council is constituted of former members of both the Central Committee and the Revolutionary Council, with a notable majority, including the chairperson, originating from the Gaza Strip. This deliberate composition underscores a profound gesture of solidarity from the movement's leadership toward its members in Gaza.[4]

By prominently featuring representatives from Gaza in key leadership roles, the council demonstrates a commitment to closely aligning with and addressing the unique needs and challenges faced by this critical region. This choice reflects a strategic decision to amplify the voices and perspectives of those who are directly affected by the movement's initiatives in Gaza, ensuring that their experiences and concerns are central to the movement's agenda.[5]

The presence of a significant number of Gaza-based leaders within the council serves not only as a symbol of unity but also as a practical reinforcement of the movement's dedication to its grassroots base. This arrangement is intended to foster a deeper sense of connection and mutual support between the leadership and the members in Gaza, thereby strengthening the overall cohesion and effectiveness of the movement.[4]

Furthermore, by positioning Gaza's representatives in influential roles, the council aims to ensure that the region's specific needs and aspirations are adequately addressed, reinforcing the movement's commitment to equitable representation and responsive governance. This structure reflects an awareness of the strategic importance of Gaza within the movement's broader objectives and highlights a concerted effort to integrate regional perspectives into the decision-making process.[1]

Prominent members

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References

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  1. ^ a b c "اجتماعات وبيانات المجلس الاستشاري لحركة التحرير الوطني الفلسطيني فتح" [Meetings and statements of the Advisory Council of the Palestinian National Liberation Movement Fatah]. WAFA News Agency. 29 December 2019. Retrieved 10 August 2024.
  2. ^ "بمشاركة الرئيس: بدء اجتماع المجلس الاستشاري لحركة "فتح"" [With the participation of the President: The meeting of the Advisory Council of the Fatah Movement begins]. WAFA News Agency. 11 July 2019. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
  3. ^ a b "حركة فتح: حماس مدعومة بشكل واضح من إيران وإسرائيل" [Fatah: Hamas is clearly supported by Iran and Israel]. Al Arabiya. 19 January 2024. Retrieved 10 August 2024.
  4. ^ a b ""استشاري فتح" يؤكد مواصلة العمل لإسقاط محاولات تصفية القضية الفلسطينية وفي مقدمتها "خطة ترمب"" ["Fatah Consultant" confirms continuing work to thwart attempts to liquidate the Palestinian cause, most notably the "Trump Plan"]. Refugee Affairs Department of PLO. 2 January 2020. Retrieved 10 August 2024.
  5. ^ "بمشاركة الرئيس: بدء اجتماع المجلس الاستشاري لحركة فتح" [With the participation of the President: The meeting of the Advisory Council of the Fatah Movement begins]. Palestine Liberation Organization. 10 August 2024. Retrieved 10 August 2024.
  6. ^ "قرار رقم )87( لسنة 2013م بشأن إحالة بعض مستشاري رئيس الدولة إلى التقاعد" [Resolution No. (87) of 2013 regarding the referral of some advisors to the President of the State to retirement]. Electronic Reference for the official Gazette.ps. 31 October 2013. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
  7. ^ "برعاية الرئيس: استشاري "فتح" يناقش المتغيرات الإقليمية والدولية وتداعياتها على القضية الفلسطينية" [Under the patronage of the President: Fatah consultant discusses regional and international changes and their repercussions on the Palestinian cause]. WAFA News Agency. 19 September 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
  8. ^ "مستشار الرئيس الفلسطيني: لقاءات حماس مع فتح غير جديّة وغير مثمرة" [Palestinian President's Advisor: Hamas's Meetings with Fatah Are Not Serious and Not Fruitful]. Al Arabiya. 3 March 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
  9. ^ "فهمي الزعارير : البرغوثي وأسرى النضال الفلسطيني يمثلون رمزية وطنية كبرى" [Fahmi Al-Zaarir: Barghouti and the prisoners of the Palestinian struggle represent a great national symbol]. SHFA - Palestine Independent News Network. 19 September 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
  10. ^ "مستشار لعباس يدعو لحكومة وحدة وتوافق وطني" [Abbas advisor calls for unity government and national consensus]. SHFA - Palestine Independent News Network. 19 September 2024. Retrieved 9 April 2009.
  11. ^ "عمرو لا يتوقع رفعا كاملا للحصار عن الفلسطينيين" [Amr does not expect a complete lifting of the siege on the Palestinians]. Al Jazeera. 10 April 2007. Retrieved 12 August 2024.
  12. ^ "اللجنة المركزية الجديدة لحركة فتح" [Counselor Ibrahim Al-Daghma]. Official Gazette Bureau of Palestine. Retrieved 11August 2024. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  13. ^ "المستشار إبراهيم الدغمة" [New Central Committee of Fatah]. Al Jazeera. 19 September 2024. Retrieved 12 August 2009.
  14. ^ "حركة فتح الفلسطينية تنتخب لجنة مركزية ومجلسا ثوريا" [Palestinian Fatah Movement Elects Central Committee and Revolutionary Council]. Reuters. 3 December 2016. Retrieved 12 August 2009.
  15. ^ "عضو المجلس الاستشاري لحركة "فتح" أمين مقبول لـوطن: هنالك نوايا إجرامية ومحاولات لإنهاء وجود الشعب الفلسطيني من قبل حكومة الاحتلال" [Member of the Fatah Advisory Council Amin Maqbool to Watan: There are criminal intentions and attempts to end the existence of the Palestinian people by the occupation government]. Wattan News Agency. 26 December 2023. Retrieved 12 August 2009.
  16. ^ "عضو المجلس الاستشاري لحركة "فتح" أمين مقبول لـوطن: هنالك نوايا إجرامية ومحاولات لإنهاء وجود الشعب الفلسطيني من قبل حكومةقيادي بفتح لعباس: شعبنا لا يتحمل صدمات" [Fatah leader to Abbas: Our people cannot bear shocks]. Al Jazeera. 31 August 2015. Retrieved 12 August 2024.
  17. ^ "قائمة "فتح" تثير جدلا بانتخابات الأردن" [Fatah list stirs controversy in Jordan elections]. Al Jazeera. 12 December 2012. Retrieved 12 August 2024.
  18. ^ "مرسوم رئاسي بتعيين مهنا مستشارا قانونيا للرئيس" [Presidential Decree appointing Mahna as Legal Advisor to the President]. Raya Media Network. 27 January 2017. Retrieved 12 August 2024.

Sources

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  • Stern, Moran (2 January 2022). "Factionalisation from Below: The Case of Palestinian Fatah". Civil Wars. 24 (1): 27–72. doi:10.1080/13698249.2022.2015194. ISSN 1369-8249.
  • Tuastad, Dag Henrik (2022). "The Palestinian National Movement and the Struggle Within". Routledge Companion to the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict. Routledge. pp. 291–306. ISBN 9780429027376.
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