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Palestinian PM Steps Down to Pave Way for Power Share

Move aimed at easing Palestinian reconciliation

By the Associated Press

Posted Mar 7, 2009 7:02 AM CST

(AP) – Palestine’s prime minister submitted his resignation today, a move that could help pave the way for an elusive power-sharing deal between Fatah moderates and Hamas militants. Salam Fayyad's decision was meant to build confidence before Palestinian reconciliation talks resume Tuesday in Cairo. He was...   Read full story »

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