His supporters have dubbed Marwan Barghouti the “Palestinian Nelson Mandela” in the hope that after more than two decades behind bars, he can emulate the late South African leader and make the journey from prisoner to national unifier.
At that time, Palestinian militants carried out deadly suicide bombings and shootings inside both Israel and the Palestinian territories, targeting buses, restaurants and hotels.
“He’s someone who creates something out of nothing, and he believes in education for the Palestinian people,” Arab Barghouti added.
Palestinian protesters wave flags and placards bearing portraits of Fatah leader Marwan Barghouti in 2015.
“Ami Ayalon and others have said Marwan Barghouti may be the one leader who can be an effective partner for peace,” he said.
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