Palestinian president Abbas signals retirement, but vies to keep Fatah in control – Haaretz

Palestinian president Abbas signals retirement, but vies to keep Fatah in control  HaaretzPalestinian Leader Lays Out Succession Plan, Elevating Deputy as Apparent Heir  The New York TimesAbbas names successor in case of death  The Jerusalem PostAbbas names Hussein al-Sheikh as temporary replacement if he is unable to serve  The Times of IsraelAbbas Issues Constitutional Declaration for Vice President to Assume Duties if Position Becomes Vacant  jordannews.jo