PCPO

The Palestinian Center for Public Opinion (PCPO) is pleased to share with you the results of Public Opinion Poll No. (218), which addresses the congestion crisis at King Hussein Bridge (Al-Karama Crossing / Allenby Bridge)—one of the issues with the most direct impact on Palestinians’ freedom of movement and human dignity.

This poll was conducted between 10–17 January 2026 on a random sample of 350 citizens from various governorates of the West Bank, with the aim of measuring Palestinian public attitudes toward the causes of the crisis and its humanitarian and economic consequences, evaluating the performance of the crossing and the level of services provided, and exploring public views on proposed solutions and alternatives.

The findings show that the crossing crisis cannot be understood as a purely operational or administrative matter. Rather, it is deeply connected to a broader political and security context and has a direct, everyday impact on people’s lives and travel experiences. This reality calls for a comprehensive approach that safeguards freedom of movement, fairness, and the dignity of Palestinian travelers.

In closing, we invite you to review Public Opinion Poll No. (218) in full, including its detailed data and in-depth analysis of the Karama Crossing crisis and its implications, by visiting our website: www.pcpo.org. We hope these findings will contribute to informed public dialogue and support policies grounded in the voices and lived experiences of citizens.

• Poll No. 218 – English Version

• Poll No. 218 – Arabic Version

Towards a Fair Digital Economy: What Do Palestinians’ Attitudes Reveal about the Opportunities and Obstacles of the Law to Reduce Cash Usage?

Comprehensive Analytical Study

Prepared by: Dr. Nabil Kukali – President of the Palestinian Center for Public Opinion (PCPO)

Introduction
The Palestinian financial sector is witnessing a pivotal phase of digital transformation, amid an accelerating official move to reduce reliance on paper cash and to enhance the use of electronic payment tools, digital wallets, and modern transfer systems. This direction aligns with regional and international economic developments pushing toward building a more disciplined and transparent economy. This legislative movement comes at a time of increasing financial pressures on the Palestinian economy, making digital transformation a strategic necessity rather than merely a technical option.

• Poll No. 217 – English Version

• Poll No. 217 – Arabic Version

Palestinian Attitudes Toward Israel’s Death Penalty Bill

A New Poll by the Palestinian Center for Public Opinion (PCPO)

Dr. Nabil Kukali: “Security cannot be achieved through executions, but through ending the occupation and building trust and a just peace.”

Key Findings
• 74.4% of respondents believe the law would completely or partially eliminate peace prospects – linking this bill to the erosion of peace opportunities.
• 42.2% believe the death penalty bill aims to intensify racial discrimination against Palestinians.
• 46.4% think it would increase tensions and field violence.
• 52.6% say it would heighten fear and anxiety among Palestinian prisoners.
• 46.4% also think it would deteriorate relations and deepen hatred between the two peoples.

You can read the full reports here in the following links on the PCPO website:
• Poll No. 216 – English Version
• Poll No. 216 – Arabic Version
• PCPO-Style Death Penalty Report – Arabic
• PCPO-Style Death Penalty Report – English