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Remembering Farouk Al-Qaddoumi: A Lifelong Advocate for Palestinian Rights

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Explore the life and legacy of Farouk Al-Qaddoumi, a prominent leader in the Palestine Liberation Organization, who dedicated his life to the Palestinian cause and opposed the Oslo Accords. Learn about his contributions and impact on Palestinian politics.


Farewell to a Pioneering Palestinian Leader

Farouk Al-Qaddoumi, a prominent figure in the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) and a respected member of the Fatah movement, passed away today in Amman, Jordan, at the age of 93. His death marks the end of an era for Palestinian politics, as he was a key player in the contemporary Palestinian revolution and a staunch opponent of the Oslo Accords. Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas expressed his condolences, calling Al-Qaddoumi a great national and historical leader.

A Life Dedicated to Palestinian Liberation

Born in 1931 in Nablus, Al-Qaddoumi's early life was shaped by the turmoil of 1948 when his family relocated to Haifa. He later returned to Nablus and pursued higher education at the American University in Cairo, where he studied economics and political science. His political journey began in the 1940s with the Arab Socialist Baath Party, and he eventually became a founding member of the Palestinian National Liberation Movement alongside notable leaders like Yasser Arafat and Mahmoud Abbas.

Legacy of Leadership and Diplomacy

Al-Qaddoumi's career in the PLO was marked by significant contributions to the organization’s diplomatic relations with various nations. He served in multiple capacities, including heading the Political Department of the PLO since 1973 and later the Foreign Affairs Department. His leadership was instrumental during critical moments, such as the PLO's relocation from Beirut to Tunisia following the Israeli invasion of Lebanon in 1983. Al-Qaddoumi's legacy will continue to influence Palestinian politics and the ongoing struggle for national rights.

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