Abbas is in a very difficult position.

Palestinians are afraid that (the withdrawal from) Gaza is going to be first and last.

I think we are going to face problems, many problems. I don't think Gaza is going to go into civil war. I don't think it will deteriorate, but to make it better will take time.

If at least someone is trying to find jobs for people, then you have ... stability and maybe in the long run you will help the (Palestinian) Authority per se.

His resignation is going to affect the Palestinian Authority very negatively. He was trusted by the international community, and this trust will disappear when he goes.