Mustapha Barghouthi making progress in intermediary role between Hamas and Fatah leaders

Ma'an has learned that Dr Mustapha Barghouthi has met with President Abbas in Ramallah, and discussed with him the latest developments to end the current crisis over government formation. Dr Barghouthi spoke with Khalid Mash'al in Damascus, before heading to the Gaza Strip to meet Prime Minister Haniyeh.

Barghouthi: Mediation Brings Factions Closer to National Unity Government

Ramallah: 31-10-06: After a month of shuttle diplomacy between the West Bank, Gaza Strip and Syria mediating between members of the Palestinian presidency and the Palestinian government, Independent Palestine MP, Dr. Mustafa Barghouthi, reported that he had made positive, concrete progress towards seeking the formation of a national unity government.