Marwan Barghouti

The Barghouti ‘myth’: Why Palestinians still want a leader they barely know - interview

Asked how it was possible that a man with limited communication to the Palestinian people could enjoy such popularity, Milshtein explained that it was his absence that allowed his popularity to grow.

A Palestinian man walks past graffiti showing Palestinian political prisoner Marwan Barghouti in Bethlehem, West Bank.
MARWAN BARGHOUTI is tightly guarded as he leaves a hearing at the Jerusalem Magistrate’s Court in 2012. He played a leading role in organizing and directing terrorist attacks during the Second Intifada, the writer asserts.

Why is Hollywood campaigning to free convicted murderer Marwan Barghouti? - opinion

YASSER ABBAS attends the results announcement of Fatah’s Eighth General Conference, in Ramallah, May 18.

The world is watching Israel’s election while ignoring the Palestinian one - opinion

Jailed Fatah member Marwan Barghouti 311

Marvel stars join campaign to free Barghouti, but ignore his victims - opinion


Barghouti’s son contacted Trump for Fatah leader's release, family tells BBC Persian

Speaking to BBC Persian in the West Bank village of Kabar, Barghouti’s cousin said he was “80% certain” that he would soon be released.

Jailed Fatah leader Marwan Barghouti gestures before the start of a deliberation at Jerusalem Magistrate's court, January 25, 2012

Trump has crossed a line in interfering in Israel's affairs, ex-Israeli diplomat says

"The nature of the relationship between Israel and the United States is asymmetrical; we are kind of a 'client state,'" he explained.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump embrace on the Knesset plenum, October 13, 2025.

Israel will lose US support if it annexes West Bank, US Pres. Donald Trump warns in Time interview

When asked about the possibility of Marwan Barghouti being a top candidate to lead a Palestinian state, Trump said that it is his "question of the day," and that he'll "be making a decision."

US President Donald Trump's TIME Magazine cover on the background of Israeli soldiers operating in the West Bank

Ben-Gvir denies claim Marwan Barghouti beaten in prison, but 'proud' of worsening conditions

Qatari outlet Al-Araby TV reported, citing a Palestinian source, that Barghouti was "beaten and assaulted" as he was being transferred between Israeli security prisons.

Jailed Fatah leader Marwan Barghouti gestures before the start of a deliberation at Jerusalem Magistrate's court, January 25, 2012

Who are the four high-profile prisoners Hamas wants freed in the hostage talks? - explainer

Who are Marwan Barghouti, Ahmad Sa’adat, Ibrahim Hamed, and Abbas al-Sayed?

 MARWAN BARGHOUTI is brought into court by police for his judgment hearing in May 2004, at which he was convicted on five counts of murder in terrorist attacks.

Palestinian Authority accuses Ben-Gvir of provocation after threatening Barghouti in prison

Reports have indicated that Hamas demanded the release of Barghouti throughout ceasefire-hostage deal negotiations, hoping that such a move would reignite support for Hamas.

MARWAN BARGHOUTI is escorted in handcuffs by police into Jerusalem Magistrates Court in 2012.

Shin Bet opposes MK's visit to imprisoned terrorist Marwan Barghouti

At the core of the Shin Bet position is a fundamental objection to enhancing Barghouti’s status.

 MARWAN BARGHOUTI is brought into court by police for his judgment hearing in May 2004, at which he was convicted on five counts of murder in terrorist attacks.

'We won't forget nor forgive': Israel releases 369 prisoners wearing sweatshirt with message

One of the security prisoners released is Mazen al-Qadi, who was convicted of being involved in a 2002 terror attack in Tel Aviv during the Second Intifada.

 Security prisoners released on Saturday 15 February 2025 in exchange for three hostages abducted by Hamas.

'I'm the political echelon': Ben-Gvir reiterates opposition to Tibi, Barghouti meeting

Ben-Gvir made the remarks at Israel's Supreme Court, where he attended a hearing on a petition filed by Tibi which requests members of Knesset to be allowed to meet with security prisoners. 

 National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir arrives for a court hearing at the Supreme Court in Jerusalem, on September 11, 2024

Hamas demands release of Marwan Barghouti in hostage deal - report

Mediators, including the US, reportedly expressed support for Barghouti's release.

MARWAN BARGHOUTI is escorted in handcuffs by police into Jerusalem Magistrates Court in 2012.