This government was elected in a free and honest election, and according to the democratic principles the American administration is calling for. |
This government will lead its people toward a dignified life. |
This is a victory of the Palestinian people who voted against the occupation (by Israel in the West Bank), who voted for resistance, who voted for a new political system based on political partnership. |
This is an elected government and it must be given all the authorities and they should not be touched. |
We agreed to continue the meetings and to intensify them in order to conclude the formation of the government and to present it to the parliament for a confidence vote. |
We agreed to hold a meeting as soon as he arrives in Gaza, in about two days time. |
We are a free people. We've had democratic elections. |
We are asking you to cooperate with our mission by keeping an open mind. |
We are coming to congratulate you and to say that the blood of our Sheikh (Yassin) did not go in vain. |
We are surprised that such conditions are imposed on us. Why don't they direct such conditions and questions to Israel? We say let Israel recognize the legitimate rights of the Palestinians first, and then we will have a position regarding this. |
We call on you to transfer all aid to the Palestinian treasury. |
We call on you to transfer all aid to the Palestinian treasury. We assure you that all the revenues will be spent on salaries, daily life and infrastructure. |
We call on you to understand the priorities of our Palestinian people at this stage and continue the spiritual and financial support in order to push the region towards stability rather than pressure and tension. |
We confirm to you this income will be used to pay the salaries of [government] employees and fund daily running costs and infrastructure. You [donors] can confirm this through a mechanism that can be agreed upon. |
We respect (other) parties' decision not to join the Cabinet. |