Mahmoud Abbas

Peace Deal 'Moving Further Away,' Says Netanyahu

PM says PA's refusal to recognize Jewish state is a 'deal-breaker' for talks; calls for a strong government.

Fatah Backs Abbas's Refusal to Recognize Israel

The Revolutionary Council of Fatah backs Abbas's "refusal to recognize the Jewishness of the State of Israel."

Showing all his cards

Abbas: 5 Million 'Refugees' Must be Allowed into Israel

Palestinian Authority chairman says no to 'settlement blocs,' no to a Jewish state. Watch and decide: is this a peace partner?

Abbas Staying in Negotiations for the Sake of Terrorist Releases

PA Chief Negotiator notes while pressure is mounting on Abbas to leave talks, the PA Chairman is staying to see more terrorists released.

Abbas: There's 'No Way' We'll Recognize Israel

PA Chairman stands his ground, reiterates that he will not recognize Israel as a Jewish state.

Abbas Rep. at Terror Funeral Praises 'Heroic Martyr'

Hero's funeral held by PA for returned body of terrorist who killed five including two children, Abbas sends his praise.

Abbas: Freeze Construction or Else...

PA Chairman threatens to end peace talks and turn to international institutions unless Israel freezes construction in Judea and Samaria.

'The PA Has Done Everything in Its Power For a Peace Agreement'

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas meets with Zahava Gal-On Monday in battle against 'Israeli extremism.'

Obama to Meet Abbas on March 17

President Barack Obama will meet PA Chairman as part of Washington's efforts to convince him to embrace peace deal with Israel.

Report: Obama to Press PM to Take Kerry Deal

President Barack Obama has decided to take a more “active role” in the negotiations between Israel and the PA.

PA Report: Abbas Angry at Kerry, Threatened to End Talks

PA-based newspaper: Kerry demanded that Abbas recognize Israel, annex 10 Jewish communities and give up on Jordan Valley.

PA 'Honor Killings' Up 100% in 2013

Abbas leaves pledges to change legal leniency for 'honor killings' unfulfilled; law remains and murders double.

Abbas Refrains from Condemning Syrian War Crimes

Spokesman claims Abbas, PA policy is to focus ignore any conflicts irrelevant to the interests of the Palestinian Arab people.

'I'm Ready To Accept Palestine, Why Not Israel?'

Netanyahu argues PA refusal to recognize Israel as Jewish state is key roadblock in talks, says Kerry's efforts 'only way to peace.'

Hamas: Recognizing Israel is a 'Death Sentence' to the PA

Lawmakers from Hamas warn PA Chairman against recognizing Israel as part of the ongoing peace process.

Elkin: Mahmoud Abbas Should Learn Some History

Deputy Foreign Minister suggests a trip to ancient Galilee town might do PA leader’s understanding of history some good.

Ahead of Upcoming Visit, Merkel Voices Support for Peace Talks

German Chancellor Angela Merkel advocates two-state solution ahead of visit, claims she will speak to Netanyahu over the talks' progress.

Abbas: Kerry's Efforts Have Failed...So Far

PA Chairman says Kerry's attempts to forge a framework have so far failed but are "extremely serious."

Hamas Legislator Attacks 'Coward' Abbas Over Framework Deal

Hamas officials claim PA's role in negotiations infringes on 'fundamental Palestinian principles,' including so-called Right of Return.

Kerry and Abbas Talks were 'Constructive', Says Official

Kerry and PA chairman "continue their constructive conversations on a framework", says American official.

Fatah Insists: Interim Agreement Only On Our Terms

As Abbas meets with Kerry in Paris to 'advance talks,' his representatives in Ramallah declare otherwise.

Hamas: US Framework a 'Conspiracy' Against Palestinian Arabs

Gaza government releases statement calling peace talks a 'plot to destroy the Palestinian problem.'

Report: PA to Demand Divided Jerusalem in Paris Talks

PA official claims that Abbas to demand divided Jerusalem, 'refugee' compensation, terrorist releases in Paris talks. But is it true?

PA Official: Abbas Ready for Israel as a Jewish State

A senior PLO official was quoted as saying that PA chief Mahmoud Abbas was prepared to recognize Israel as a Jewish state.

Fatah: Israel and Hamas Holding High Level Contacts

A Fatah spokesperson said that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu himself was in contact with Hamas terrorist leaders.

Abbas Not Asked 'The Tough Questions' at Student Meeting

Student present at press conference with the PA tells Arutz Sheva: Abbas avoids talking about 'wiping Israel off the map,' freed terrorists.

'Settlements Are Destructive', Abbas Tells Peruvian President

After he blasts "settlements" as destructive, PA Chairman calls for "peaceful solution" to conflict.

Peres: Abbas is Serious About Peace

President Shimon Peres hails Abbas's comments on "refugees", tells Peruvian counterpart: We want to achieve peace with our neighbors.

Kerry and Abbas to Meet in Paris, Discuss Peace

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas will meet Secretary of State John Kerry in Paris Wednesday to discuss peace talks with Israel.

Questions, But Few Answers as Israeli Students Meet Abbas

Left-wing students, activists meet Mahmoud Abbas at PA HQ to push for Palestinian state. But some questions left unanswered.

Hamas Blasts Abbas Over Meeting with Israeli Students

Meetings with Israelis reflect a "normalization of ties", says Hamas after PA Chairman meets Israeli students.

Danon: We Don't Need Permission to Pray at Kotel

Min. Danon sarcastically said the Jewish people 'are grateful' to Mahmoud Abbas for 'recognizing the Jewish right to pray at the Kotel'.

Analysis

Two States for Two Peoples - And Don't You Dare Say Otherwise

Analysis: Unprecedented meeting between Israeli students and PA President reveals an awkward aversion to inconvenient truths.

Mahmoud Abbas Incites Against 'Settlers'

Speaking to Israeli students in Ramallah, PA chief accuses Jews in Judea and Samaria of 'murder', urges leftists to 'stop them'.

Hamas: We Will Treat NATO Forces as 'Occupiers'

Hamas spokesman rejects Abbas's suggestion that NATO be deployed in the future Palestinian state.

Kerry: Netanyahu Doesn't Want NATO Securing Israel

Kerry says Netanyahu opposes Abbas's proposal of NATO forces replacing IDF in Judea and Samaria, criticizes 'settlers.'

'Livni Is A Murderer, Threatened To Kill Abbas'

University of Palestine lecturer on PA TV reveals conspiracy theory that Livni has assassination plans, calls her a 'criminal murderer.'

Former Fatah Strongman Denies Contacts with Israel

Former Fatah strongman Mohammed Dahlan denies Israeli reports that he had met Netanyahu's envoy.

Report: Israel Reaching Out to Dahlan

Report claims Israel carrying out secret talks with banished Fatah terrorist Mohammed Dahlan, anticipating that he will replace Abbas.

Rabbis Threaten Kerry with 'Divine Wrath'

Committee to Save the Land and People of Israel write open letter to Kerry, compare him to Haman and warn his plans amount to war on God.

Pope Coming To Israel As 'Che Guevera of Palestinians'

Reports from sources close to pope reveal his upcoming visit meant as PA propaganda, Elkin calls reports 'exaggerated.'

Israel Rejects Joint Committee on PA Incitement

Steinitz turns down offer to convene a committee to discuss PA incitement. "If they're serious, they should just stop it," he says.

It's Time to Cut US Aid to the Palestinian Authority

Erekat: 'We Don't Hear Israel Recognize Us as 'Palestine'

PA negotiator: Israel refuses to recognize Judea, Samaria as Palestinian state - why should we recognize a Jewish state?

Netanyahu Says PA Not Willing to Pay the Price for Peace

Netanyahu reiterates that unless the PA agrees to recognize Israel as the Jewish state there will be no deal.

'Mahmoud Abbas is One of the Most Honest People in the World'

Ron Pundak demands more 'painful compromises,' calls them an 'Israeli interest.' Says PA head should be trusted, is 'straight as a ruler.'

Abbas Suggests NATO Presence in Palestinian State

Abbas offers to have IDF troops remain in 'Palestine' for five years, then replace them with a NATO force that can stay "for a long time."

Abbas's Fatah Praises Past and Present Terrorists

Fatah praises two past terrorist murderers as 'heroes' on Facebook, also honors terrorist who fired on IDF this week.

Iran Intends to Invite Abbas to Tehran

“Peace partner” Abbas to be invited to visit Iran, whose leaders calls for Israel's destruction.

'Mahmoud Abbas: Number One Anti-Semite'

Intelligence Minister Yuval Steinitz, speaking at INSS, blames Abbas for ongoing incitement against Israel by the Palestinian Authority.

‘Refugees’ Suffer, PA Still Cozy with Iran

Senior PA official in Tehran to support Iranian position as ‘Palestinian refugees’ continue to starve.

Abbas Gives Israel 3 Years to Withdraw from Judea and Samaria

Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas gives Israel deadline to withdraw from Judea, Samaria in event of an interim deal.

Fatah Calls Netanyahu's Spokesman an 'Angry Midget'

Classy as always, PA Chairman Abbas's party calls Netanyahu's Arabic spokesman bad name, reiterates pledge to 'armed struggle.'

Abbas's Spokesman: Livni Unfit to be a Negotiator

PA spokesman takes issue with Livni's comments that Abbas will "pay the price" for his hardline positions.

Fatah Leader Calls for ‘Armed Uprising’

A senior member of Abbas’ Fatah party calls to ‘renew the armed uprising’ against Israel; follows threat to 'bomb Tel Aviv'.

Abbas Wants Greater Russian Role in Peace Talks

Abbas, on a visit to Moscow, hails Russia's successes in the Middle East, asks it to play role in Israel-PA peace talks.

Abbas In Russia To Sign Energy Deal

Abbas meets Russian PM and president to sign $1 billion natural gas project in Gaza, hails Russian 'friends of Palestine.'

Abbas Not Ruling Out Speaking in the Knesset

PA Chairman tells Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) that he is willing to meet Netanyahu "anytime."

Partner for Peace?

Mahmoud Abbas' Party Threatens to 'Bomb Tel Aviv'

As 'peace talks' go on, official Facebook page of PA Chairman's Fatah party once again features calls for violence against Israel.

PA: 9 Month Talks Won't Be Extended Even A Day

PA Chief Negotiator Erekat declares peace talks won't be extended past April, denies rumors of secret Washington talks.