Fatah Leadership Rebellion
Arafat faces an internal Fatah rebellion backed by Syria, creating a major challenge to his authority within the Palestinian movement.
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1983 in Palestine
Explore 5 historical events and records for Palestine in 1983.
Historical records for Palestine in 1983
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May
November
Tripoli Siege
Arafat and loyal PLO forces are besieged in Tripoli by Syrian-backed Palestinian factions during a bitter internal struggle.
December
Evacuation from Tripoli
Arafat and thousands of loyal fighters leave Tripoli aboard ships protected by French naval vessels after weeks of fighting.
Meeting with Hosni Mubarak
Arafat meets Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak shortly after leaving Tripoli, reopening an important political channel with Egypt.
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PLO Headquarters
Abbas works with the PLO leadership after its headquarters moves to Tunis
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