Palestinian Authority

US imposes sanctions on PLO, PA officials over terror support

The US has imposed visa bans on PLO and PA officials, citing violations of peace accords, international legal actions against Israel, and ongoing support for terrorism.

PA demands Hamas disarm and cede Gaza control

Palestinian Authority cabinet leader Mohammad Mustafa states the PA is the sole legitimate authority for Gaza and urges a complete Israeli withdrawal, while rejecting violence and terrorism.

'Contradicts int'l law'

PA condemns Knesset resolution on Judea and Samaria

Spokesperson for the Palestinian Authority chairman criticizes Knesset resolution declaring Judea and Samaria "an inseparable part of the historic homeland of the Jewish people."

Good eats or colonial conspiracy?

PA slams Jerusalem food festival as 'cultural Judaization'

Palestinian Authority accuses Israeli event of distorting Jerusalem’s identity and promoting a colonial agenda through culinary and cultural initiatives.

Abbas mandates:

PLO parliamentary elections by end of 2025

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas decrees that elections for the PLO’s legislative body, the Palestinian National Council, be held by the end of 2025. The 350-member council will include representatives from both the homeland and diaspora.

Major lawsuit against PA

1 billion shekels in compensation sought

Civil suit filed on behalf of families of October 7 victims accuses PA of funding and encouraging terrorism.

Report:

PA plans to establish autonomy in Jerusalem by 2030

Regavim uncovers PA plan to establish autonomy in Jerusalem by 2030 and exposes the compensation mechanism operated by the PA for Arab construction violators in the eastern part of the capital.

Hebron emirate plan:

Pro-Israel sheikh's car torched

Hebron sheikh backing peace with Israel targeted in arson attack amid PA incitement campaign.

Noam Arnon:

The sane majority in Hebron wants Israeli sovereignty

For at least two decades, the spokesperson for the Jewish community in Hebron has been promoting the idea of clan-based civil governance instead of PA rule. Is this idea feasible?

PA denounces sheiks who want peace with Israel

The Palestinian Authority has come out against the sheikhs leading an initiative to join the Abraham Accords.

Bypassing PA:

Hebron sheikhs propose independent emirate

Five Hebron sheikhs approached Israeli Minister Nir Barkat with a plan to establish an independent emirate, pledging zero tolerance for terrorism and calling for mutual recognition between Israel and the proposed Hebron Emirate.

Abbas spokesman warns Israel over Gaza evacuation threats

Nabil Abu Rudeineh accuses Israel of undermining ceasefire efforts, urges US to intervene, claiming that ignoring Palestinian statehood risks conflict and regional chaos.

Abbas tries to get Trump on board with Palestinian state

Abbas praises President Trump's role in brokering Israel-Iran ceasefire, expresses hope for renewed peace efforts and regional stability.

Landmark SCOTUS ruling:

American terror victims can sue PA, PLO

In unanimous ruling, the US Supreme Court enables American terror victims to sue the Palestinian Authority and PLO. The ruling reopens cases, including one where a jury awarded $655 million.

Financial Warfare:

91 million shekels transfered from PA to terror victims

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich authorized the transfer of 91 million shekels from the frozen Palestinian Authority funds in Israel to the families of terror victims.

'A sad joke'

Macron praises PA Chairman's 'letter of hope'

Israeli Foreign Minister Sa'ar slams Macron's enthusiasm for Abbas's letter as misplaced, calling it a naive endorsement of recycled promises and falsehoods.

Spain to push anti-Israel resolution at UN

Spain set to advance a contentious anti-Israel resolution at an emergency UN General Assembly session. Co-authored with the Palestinian Authority, the draft demands a ceasefire and hostage release, while controversially backing UNRWA despite its Hamas ties.

Macron receives 'unprecedented' PA pledges on reforms

Ahead of a pivotal conference, France says it has secured new Palestinian Authority commitments to reform, with chairman Mahmoud Abbas condemning the October 7 Hamas attack and pledging further reforms.

Smotrich orders:

'Cancel indemnification for Palestinian banks'

Following sanctions from foreign countries and a delegitimization campaign led by the Palestinian Authority against Israel, Smotrich orders the cancellation of the financial indemnification mechanism for banks.

'Blatant violation'

Jordan slams Israel for barring Arab ministers

Jordan issues a scathing condemnation of Israel's decision to prevent an Arab ministerial delegation from visiting Ramallah, labels the move a "blatant violation" of international law and accuses Israel of "arrogance".

Palestinian Authority uncovers explosives lab in Jenin

PA says its security forces dismantle explosives lab in Jenin; materials seized included oxygen tanks, remote detonators, and high-powered devices.

Israel Ganz:

'Israel needs to dismantle the Palestinian Authority'

Binyamin Governor Israel Ganz urged the Israeli government to dismantle the Palestinian Authority response to growing international pressure.

Speech on behalf of Abbas:

'The Nakba is the greatest crime in history'

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas’s deputy claims at a ceremony marking the "Nakba" that Israel is trying to force Palestinians to relinquish their rights.

Five months later, PA lifts ban on Al Jazeera

Palestinian Authority lifts its ban on Al Jazeera after a five-month suspension imposed over alleged incitement.

Abbas welcomes new pope:

'Support the just Palestinian cause'

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas welcomes Pope Leo XIV, urging him to uphold the legacy of Pope Francis, whom he praises for his support of Palestinian rights.

Palestinian Authority leader begs UN: Save Gaza - from Israel

PA leader Mohammad Mustafa urges UN intervention, accuses Israel of blocking aid and causing famine in Gaza amid continued fighting and stalled ceasefire talks.

PA accuses Ben-Gvir of 'confrontational steps'

The Palestinian Authority criticized the Minister of National Security for his decision to ban the activities of an organization that did not receive legal approvals for six months.

Mahmoud Abbas' new deputy

Palestinian Authority chair Mahmoud Abbas' new deputy named as Fatah Secretary-General and terrorist Hussein al-Sheikh, who served a prison sentence in Israel.

Arab expert warns of Israeli takeover in Judea and Samaria

A Palestinian Arab expert claims that the areas taken over by Israel in Judea and Samaria are approaching in size the areas that Israel seized in the northern Gaza Strip.

Abbas successor?

PLO approves creation of vice president role

PLO approves a vice president post for the first time, signaling potential leadership succession for leader Mahmoud Abbas.

Abbas:

PA should return to ruling Gaza with Hamas as a political party

The Palestinian Authority Chairman is calling on Hamas to hand over its weapons to the PA, relinquish power, and stop giving Israel "pretexts to destroy Gaza."

PA outraged: Ben Gvir encouraging Jewish visits to Temple Mount

PA’s foreign affairs bureau calls on the international community and the UN Security Council to take practical steps to protect Jerusalem and its holy sites.

Yossi Dagan:

'Arrest Palestinian Authority official who incited to murder'

The head of the Samaria Regional Council demands the arrest of the former Palestinian Authority "Prime Minister" following his statement that "every settler is a soldier, and every soldier is a settler."

Fatah:

'Release of the terrorists is a top priority'

According to PA data, there are over 9,900 security detainees and prisoners in Israel, of whom 1,747 have been designated by Israel as unlawful combatants.

LAW missile allegedly launched in Gaza found in Tulkarm

An IDF LAW missile reportedly launched during operations in Gaza was later located by PA security forces in the Tulkarm refugee camp.

Abbas and Macron discuss ceasefire and two-state solution

French President Emmanuel Macron speaks with PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas after expressing support for recognizing a Palestinian state. The two discuss a ceasefire in Gaza, humanitarian aid, and the two-state solution.

Macron announces:

France eyes Palestinian state recognition by June

French President Emmanuel Macron reveals plans to recognize a Palestinian state within months, possibly during a UN conference in June. PA welcomes the move, while Foreign Minister Sa’ar criticizes: A unilateral recognition of a fictional Palestinian state will be a prize for terror and a boost for Hamas.

Palestinian Authority: IDF takeover of Morag Corridor 'criminal'

Palestinian Authority calls on international community to 'act without delay' to force Israel to withdraw from all of Gaza, despite ongoing rocket fire and terror activity by Hamas and Islamic Jihad.

Palestinian Authority encourages rebellion against Hamas

Senior Fatah official comes out against the Hamas terrorist organization, stating that it is not a "Palestinian movement" but is instead tied to other countries and their interests.

Sa'ar to UN Peace coordinator:

'PA must stop payments to terrorists'

Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar told Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Sigrid Kaag that the PA's current patterns of action do not allow for trust in it.

The price of terror

Palestinian Authority to pay Israel for attacks

Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee approves bill that will require the Palestinian Authority to compensate the State of Israel for payments made to terrorists.

Palestinian Authority:

Protests in Gaza an opportunity to end Hamas rule

Fatah movement spokesman calls on Gazans to unite around PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas.

Report:

Palestinian Authority continues to fund terrorist families

PA provided financial aid to 28 families of killed terrorists and 10 families of arrested terrorists. Mahmoud Abbas: 'Our last penny will be given to the families of shahids and prisoners.'

50 million NIS of funds seized from PA for the Dee family

The Jerusalem District Court has issued a temporary garnishee order to seize 50 million shekels of Palestinian Authority funds for Rabbi Leo Dee, whose wife Lucy and daughters Maia and Rina were murdered in a shooting attack two years ago.

Abbas ups his rhetoric: Israel committing mass extermination

Palestinian Authority chairman Mahmoud Abbas accuses Israel of carrying out genocide and causing a slow, agonizing death for Palestinian Arabs.

Mahmoud Abbas's possible successor to be appointed next month

The Palestinian National Council will meet to create a new position - Deputy Chair of the PLO Executive Committee. The US is reportedly applying significant pressure to appoint the head of PA Intelligence Majid Faraj, who is close to the CIA.

PA spokesman:

'Trump disavowal of deportation of Gazans is encouraging'

Mahmoud Abbas’ spokesman hopes for “the continuation of balanced statements from the American administration” to enable progress toward the Arab Peace Initiative.

In appeal to Trump:

Abbas requests US assistance in returning PA to Gaza

In a speech at Arab Summit in Cairo, PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas presents his plan to end the war and proposes a long-term truce in Judea, Samaria and Gaza Strip.

Abbas:

'PA will pay terrorists even if we only have one penny left’

Watch: Despite signing decree ordering an end to the “pay-to-slay” policy, PA chairman clarifies he has no intentions of ending the policy.

New measures against PA payments to terrorists

Defense Minister Israel Katz imposed sanctions on released security prisoners, Israeli residents, and citizens receiving payments from the Palestinian Authority.

Olmert:

'I offered to give up most of Judea and Samaria'

Ehud Olmert reveals map proposed to Mahmoud Abbas in 2008 for Israeli-Palestinian peace, depicting a Palestinian state on 94% of the 'West Bank'. It included land swaps and a governance plan for holy sites.

PA fears Israel’s use of tanks in northern Samaria

PA’s foreign affairs bureau calls for urgent intervention by the international community "to force Israel to respect the rights of the Palestinians, foremost among them the right to remain on their land."

Babies in bandanas

The children of Gaza and the Palestinian Authority are raised on a steady diet of hatred in which their parents take part. Their heroes are bombers, not Batman. Opinion.

Mahmoud Abbas' ploy to thwart Trump's Gaza plan

In the plan to be presented to the Arab summit in Cairo next month, Abbas will demand that he be allowed to regain control of the Gaza Strip and all border crossings.

Report:

Trump administration freezes funding for PA security forces

According to the report, the freeze is part of a larger freeze in foreign assistance ordered by the President.

Minister Sa'ar:

'PA continues its deception; Turkey working to rebuild Hezbollah'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar warned the international press that based on statements by the PA and intelligence, payments to families of terrorists proceed as always.

Smotrich freezes additional PA funds

The Finance Minister has signed an order to take hundreds of millions of shekels from the Palestinian Authority for terror victims.

Netanyahu:

'As I promised, Hamas and PA won't be in Gaza the day after'

PM says he is committed to President Trump's plan to change the reality in the Gaza Strip.

Mahmoud Abbas:

'The PA should be responsible for Gaza'

Palestinian Authority chairman meets Ron Lauder in Jordan, and stresses his opposition to any expulsion of Palestinian Arabs, while also saying that progress must be made toward a two-state solution.

PA sued for 1.255 billion shekels

245 terror victims and families are suing the Palestinian Authority for 1.255 billion shekels for supporting terrorism.