Palestinian Authority

Civil war in Samaria?

PA's Internal Conflicts Erupt in Samaria Gunbattles

Clashes between PA's Security Forces and leading Fatah faction threaten to escalate with latest gunfights and assassination attempts.

Miliband: I'll Recognize Palestine When 'Time is Right'

British Labor leader says decision to recognize 'Palestine' dependent on how it would constructively 'help negotiations' with Israel.

Abbas To Sign Accords With Putin in Moscow

Peace talks, economic investment and trade to highlight meeting between Abbas and Russian president in the Kremlin.

Ya'alon: No Iran Deal Would Be Better Than What We Got

In an interview with the Washington Post, Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon argues West could have done much better on the Iran deal.

Report: Qatar Lends PA $100 Million

Reports Wednesday said that the Palestinian Authority has received a $100 million loan from Qatar.

The PA's 'Image Problem': Mothers Happy When Their Children Die

Dead terrorist's mother explains: 'we ululate for our children because they marry virgins in Heaven,' but PA official warns of bad PR.

PA Delegation Heads to Damascus as ISIS Claims Yarmouk Victory

PLO officials travel to Syrian capital to discuss unfolding humanitarian disaster in Yarmouk; ISIS claims its takeover of the camp complete.

Violence Against Women 'Part of Palestinian Culture'

Expert to PA media: Palestinian men view women as property; most Palestinian women say domestic violence is justified.

Erekat Calls for Forced, Full Withdrawals from Judea-Samaria

PA calls on US, EU to force Israel to withdraw from Area C, recognize 'Palestine', and release more terrorists.

Abbas Rejects Tax Payments, Demands 'All or Nothing'

Palestinian Authority chief Mahmoud Abbas said Sunday that the PA was rejecting Israel's offer of tax money collected on its behalf.

Expert: PA Creating a Generation of Junkies

In its latest screed against Israel, the Palestinian Authority has accused “the Zionists” of “drugging up” Arab youth.

Michael Oren: PA in the ICC a 'Strategic Threat' to Israel

The PA plans to use its berth “as a strategic threat against Israel, in the form of international boycotts and sanctions," said Oren.

Abbas: We Will Take Case to ICC if Israel Deducts from Tax Funds

Israel must return tax money to the Palestinian Authority without deductions, Abbas says, otherwise PA will refuse to accept it.

Foreign Ministry: PA's ICC Bid 'Hypocritical'

Israeli Foreign Ministry lashes back at Palestinian Authority's ICC membership, noting it violates the Oslo accords.

PA Officially Joins ICC to Sue Israel for 'War Crimes'

PA's ICC request takes effect on April 1 to charge 'settlements' and 'war crimes,' even as PA source admits the move will likely backfire.

Poll: Most Palestinian Arabs Support Violence Against Israel

74% of Palestinian Arabs support Hamas's terror tactics against Israel; survey also reveals Hamas-Fatah support split.

Unity partners?

Abbas Calls on Arab States to Attack Hamas

Abbas urges 'same policy' of Yemen airstrikes to be used by Arab League in 'Palestine,' after his adviser calls for 'iron' blow to Hamas.

Abbas Says He Doubts Israel Vow to Unfreeze Tax Funds

Palestinian Authority chief says he doesn't believe Israel will follow through on Netanyahu pledge to release tax monies.

Israel Releases Frozen Palestinian Authority Tax Funds

Prime Minister's Office confirms millions of dollars in tax revenue will go to PA; Netanyahu says important to act 'responsibly'.

Abbas Risks ICC Declaring Gaza is Not His

PA gambit at the ICC might backfire if the court declares Ramallah has no grounds to file complaints for Gaza.

Poll Shows Palestinians Hope for Intifada, Rocket Attacks

A poll shows that over two thirds of Palestinians – 68% - support rocket attacks by Hamas against Israeli civilian targets.

Palestinians Could Face Serious Backfire at the ICC

Despite a stacked deck, Israel is girding itself and is well-prepared for a showdown in the International Criminal Court.

'Martyr' Families Demand Terror Wages from PA

Protest in Gaza urges PA to pay families of those who died in wars against Israel, as part of its pro-terror incentive package.

PA Budget Crisis Has IDF on High Alert

PA grappling with financial crisis, cuts workers' pay 40%; to compensate, Israel lets an additional 10,000 workers into Israel.

PA Ambassador: Prosecution of Israel in ICC 'Inevitable'

The Palestinian Authority is determined to prosecute Israel in the International Criminal Court, no matter what, a top PA official said.

Terrorists Fire on PA Security Forces in Jenin

Security forces struggle against terrorism in Jenin; incidents erupt as PA discusses end of security coordination with Israel.

PA Approaches Hamas, Islamic Jihad After Israeli Elections

PLO condemns Netanyahu as 'racist' in post-elections meeting, pledges to fight harder against the Jewish state.

PLO Council Declares Economic War on Israel

Palestinian National Council unveils new plan to 'end economic cooperation with Israel' and expand boycotts, after 70% of PA budget frozen.

Two-State Alternatives: The Palestinian Emirates

White House and Netanyahu are going back-and-forth over two-state solution - what other options are there?

University of New Orleans Holds Drive to Divest from PA

Allies of Israel sponsors two-day drive at Univ. of New Orleans urging students to sign petition against 'abuses perpetrated by the PA.'

PA: Negotiations 'Only on Two-State Solution' Basis

The PA officially announced Wednesday night that it was hoping to renew talks with Israel, regardless of who was Prime Minister.

PA Will Work With 'Any Israeli PM Committed to Two States'

Palestinian Authority reacts to Netanyahu victory, saying it 'expects' the new Israeli gov't 'to recognize the two-state solution.'

PLO: Israelis Chose 'Occupation and Settlement Building'

PLO official peeved over reelection of Netanyahu, vows 'struggle against Israel' in dropping security cooperation and filing ICC lawsuit.

Hamas Tells Abbas Elections Spell End of Peace Talks

Hamas reacts to Netanyahu victory, saying results should convince PA to forget the 'absurd peace talks' with Israel.

PA Warns: Hamas May Attack Israel on Election Day

PA cracks down on terror in effort to prevent attacks on Israel's election day; calls on Israelis to vote for a 'revolution' via Arab list.

EU Names New Middle East Special Envoy

Italian Fernando Gentilini named as EU's new special representative to Middle East, charged with getting peace process 'back on track.'

Hamas: Leftist Government Disaster 'No Less than Netanyahu'

Hamas leader warns Israeli left victory means endless peace talks, even as 'West Bank' is being 'destroyed.'

PA Slams 'Judaization' of 'Islamic' Hevron

The Cave of the Patriarchs is a 'pure Islamic site,' the PA's 'religious affairs minister' claims Sunday.

Signs of Ceasefire Deal? Hamas Obligates to Maintain Truce

Days after leaked documents on five-year-ceasefire deal, Hamas official talks truces, slams PA for 'stealing' Gaza aid money.

Acting like a state

PA Disregards Oslo by Arresting Israeli Arab from Jerusalem

In blatant breach of Oslo Accords, PA arrests Arab citizen of Israel and tries him; his brother tells Arutz Sheva 'our contact was cut off.'

PLO's Barghouti: Our Greatest Hope is for Netanyahu to Lose

In a revealing interview, Mustafa Barghouti says that given everything, the PA prefers Yitzhak Herzog over Binyamin Netanyahu.

Herzog: PA Doesn't Appear to be 'Partner for Peace'

In interview, Herzog says Palestinians 'very happy with one-sided strategy' and may not be interested in lasting peace deal with Israel.

Reversal of Israeli position

Part of Ceasefire Deal? Dual-Use Cement Allowed into Gaza

Days after 5-year truce talks including ease of imports leaked, Portland cement allowed in to Gaza - despite terror tunnel rebuilding.

Liberman Unfazed by PA's Threats to Take Him to ICC

Liberman brushes off threats by Palestinian Authority to take him to court over remarks on beheading Arabs.

PA Calls to Sue Liberman at ICC for 'Behead Arabs' Call

PA slams 'terrorist statements' and 'call to murder' after Liberman says disloyal Arabs should be beheaded by axe.

PA Folds to Pressure, Calls for Electric Bill Payments

After the IEC twice cut off power late last month PA seems to have gotten message, demanding residents pay up to work off massive debt.

PA Threatens Lawsuits Over 'Settlements', Gaza War

DFLP leader taunts Israel by claiming legal documents are already being prepared against it, due to 'evidence' gathered by leftist NGOs.

Ya'alon: 'Concessions' Document 'Not Relevant'

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon notes leaked document is one of 'many' American proposals, implies Yediot had agenda in leak.

Steinitz: 'Concessions Document' is Suitable for Purim

Intelligence Minister says document allegedly offering Israeli concessions to PA is an American one that Israel never agreed to.

PLO Decides to End Security Cooperation with Israel

PLO decides to end security cooperation with Israel because it is withholding the PA's tax revenues.

After Haredi Demands, Gaza Produce to be Sold in Israel

For the first time since 2007, produce from Hamas-controlled Gaza will be available in Israeli vegetable shops.

Yadlin: the PA has Chosen a 'Diplomatic Intifada'

Exclusive interview: former MI chief slams Netanyahu for Congress speech, hopes to renew peace talks after elections.

PLO Admits it Can't Pay Fine in NY Terror Lawsuit

PLO leader admits the organization and PA don't have funds for $655 million in damages for terror attacks, following landmark ruling.

Abbas: PA Willing to Talk with Whoever Wins Elections

Palestinian Authority chief says he's willing to return to the negotiating table; serious concerns over mounting PA debt.

PA Stops Paying Israel Compensation for Terror Attacks

PA decides to ignore fines on terrorist prisoners for attacks on Israelis, saying 'victims shouldn't pay for defending their rights.'

PA to Submit First ICC 'War Crimes' Charge on April Fools' Day

In uncanny timing, PA's first complaint against Israel over 'war crimes' including 'Gaza war and settlement activity' to come April 1.

Palestinian Stores Begin Boycott of Israeli Food Products

80% of Palestinian stores in Judea and Samaria started boycott against companies Tnuva, Strauss, Elite, Osem, Prigat, and Yafora.

IEC, PA Settle on Electricity Debt

300 million shekels of PA tax money to be transferred to IEC after blackout policy over debts.

Study: Palestinian Arabs Paid Far Better in Israel

PA citizens working in Israeli areas on both sides of the 1949 lines have better wages, working conditions, EU-funded study proves.

Abbas Rejects International Proposal to Take Over Gaza

Palestinian leadership rejected an internationally-drafted proposal for Gaza to come under PA's control, reports say Thursday.