2025-01-01
The Palestinian Cabinet issued Decision No. 1 of 2025 to officially designate religious and national holidays for public employees throughout 2025. The decree mandates compliance across all government entities and establishes specific holiday schedules for Eastern Christians, Western Christians, and Samaritan employees alongside standard national observances. It takes effect immediately upon issuance and publication in the Official Gazette, ensuring uniform application of leave days based on religious affiliation and calendar dates.