Tulkarm: Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa affirmed that the Palestinian government is continuing its efforts to alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian people, renewing its pledge to stand by the citizens "until the Israeli occupation ends and the land is returned to its owners." Chairing a cabinet meeting in Tulkarm on Monday morning, Mustafa said, "We meet today in Tulkarm with our hearts heavy with the memory of the Nakba, which is only three days away, and whose chapters and contemporary evidence are being renewed, including killing, displacement, and hunger in various parts of the homeland, in Gaza and other areas in the West Bank."
According to Palestine News and Information Agency - WAFA, the Prime Minister stressed the importance of the Cabinet's visit to Tulkarm, conveying a message from President Mahmoud Abbas: "We are with you, and we will do everything possible to lift this grief from our people in the governorate, in cooperation with all national and popular institutions and UNRWA, to rectify this difficult situation." Mustafa explained that a preparatory meeting preceded the government session, bringing together partner institutions, including the Chamber of Commerce, the security services, the municipality, and the popular committees in the camps.
During the meeting, the greetings and thanks of President Mahmoud Abbas were conveyed, as well as the government's gratitude for the steadfastness and solidarity shown by the people of Tulkarm. The Prime Minister also acknowledged the collective work that has helped to alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian people in the region. He noted the government's readiness to work in coordination with local leadership, starting with the governor, to implement various relief and reconstruction programs.
Mustafa highlighted that, in addition to existing efforts, new programs will be introduced for various sectors, including health, agriculture, roads, housing, employment, and other measures to support the private sector. These initiatives aim to address the destruction and economic challenges faced by the community.
Concluding his remarks, Mustafa emphasized that the government will continue its efforts and is currently discussing further measures to overcome the exceptional circumstances facing the region. He expressed optimism that goodness will prevail in Tulkarm Governorate and across the nation.
