Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas announced a state of national mourning and flag lowering on Wednesday, on the assassination of Hamas' political leader Ismail Haniyeh. Abbas referred to the assassination as a "cowardly act", calling on the Palestinian people to stay resilient in the face of the Israeli occupation. In the West Bank, Palestinians went on a full strike in all cities, towns and camps, closing shops and different state bodies. Protests broke out in Ramallah, Naples and Al-Khalil, condemning the assassination of Haniyeh. Source: Kuwait News Agency
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