Palestinian Authority

Rivlin to Japanese PM: We are Suffering a Tragedy

President Reuven Rivlin greets Japan's PM Shinzo Abe Monday and reiterates importance of bringing Israel-Palestinian conflict to an end.

Abbas Claims Hamas and Israel Agreed on 'Palestine' in Sinai

Abbas says Hamas seeking 'old dream of Islamic state,' claims Sisi told him Hamas and Israel agreed on Sinai state, which Sisi rejected.

Watch: Angry Palestinians Hurl Eggs at Canadian Minister

The motorcade of Canada's Foreign Minister John Baird was struck by eggs as he left a meeting with PA counterpart Riyad al-Malki.

Livni: Netanyahu to Blame for ICC Probe

Continuing her accusations against the PM, Tzipi Livni blames Netanyahu's 'political concerns' for preventing deal with the PA.

Report: PA Offers Way Out of ICC Bid - and Ultimatum

PA would withdraw war crimes suit in ICC if Israel stops building 'settlements,' official says - and if not, halt security coordination.

'No state, no case'

Netanyahu: Israel Rejects the 'Absurd' ICC War Crimes Probe

PM condemns 'folly' of letting 'Hamas press charges on Israel,' noting ICC's rules breached by letting 'non-state' PA sue Israel.

Israel on the docket?

US Slams 'Tragic Irony' of ICC Israel 'War Crimes' Probe

US State Department says ICC probe against Israel 'counterproductive to peace,' notes Israel has withstood 'thousands of terrorist rockets.'

ICC Launches Probe into Israeli 'War Crimes'

ICC prosecutor opens a preliminary probe into possible war crimes committed by Israel. Netanyahu: This decision is scandalous.

Hamas Blames Abbas for Gaza Siege, Threatens 'Popular Explosion'

After reactivating Hamas parliament, Hamas MP demands unity govt. hold promised elections, blames Abbas for Gaza's problems.

Israeli Envoy: UN Encouraging PA to Avoid Negotiations

"The Palestinians have discovered that the UN is the gift that keeps on giving," Ambassador Ron Prosor tells Security Council.

UN Demands Israel Unfreeze PA Taxes

Security Council joins US and EU condemning Israel - not PA - in aftermath of Oslo breach at ICC, while Arab league plans new UN resolution.

Abbas's Fatah Presents Bibi the Nazi SS Officer

Ruling PA faction continues to simultaneously use Nazi imagery to defame Israel, while glorifying Adolf Hitler and Nazism itself.

Iraq Donates $28 Million to the PA

Iraq donates $28 million to the Arab League as part of its contribution to support the PA.

Abbas's Fatah Fondly Reminisces Saddam Hussein Alliance

Fatah posts nostalgic picture of terrorist Arafat shaking hands with Iraqi dictator who was executed for war crimes against his own people.

Lawyer for PLO: Terrorists Acted 'On Their Own Reasons'

Lawyer representing the PLO at a U.S. trial says the PLO never officially sanctioned attacks during the Second Intifada.

Saudi Arabia Gives the PA $60 Million

Saudi Arabia provides the PA with $60 million, covering the Kingdom's financial contribution to the PA for October, November and December.

Obama to Netanyahu: The PA Isn't a State, Can't Join ICC

President Obama speaks with PM Netanyahu, reaffirms that the United States opposes PA bid to join the International Criminal Court.

PA Envoy: ICC Can Start Investigating Israel's 'War Crimes'

The PA's representative at the UN says the ICC can begin examining Israeli "war crimes" without waiting until the PA becomes a member.

Gantz: The PA's Moves at the ICC Are Unnecessary

IDF Chief of Staff says the PA's request to join ICC is unnecessary, notes Israel conducts its own investigations when those are needed.

Hundreds of Hamas Terrorists in Israel Switching to ISIS

Hevron ISIS cell just 'tip of the iceberg' as Arab terrorists flock over from 'moderate' Hamas - PA, Hamas in their sights, not just Israel.

PA Daily: Officers' Stabber an Inspiration to All 'Palestine'

Op-ed by Hamas-affiliated columnist for official PA daily praises terrorist who stabbed officers, says he taught all to 'stab the Zionists.'

US: 'Palestine' Not a State, So Not Eligible to Join ICC

State Department spokeswoman says PA not a country so can't sign up to Rome Statute, as Congress threatens to cut all funding to PA.

Swedish FM Shuns Israel after Recognizing 'Palestine'

FM Wallstrom indefinitely postpones visit to 'Israel and Palestine' in diplomatic fallout after Sweden recognized PA as state.

UN Says 'Palestine' Will Join ICC on April 1

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon says the Palestinian Authority will join the International Criminal Court on April 1.

France Warns PA: Don't Escalate the Crisis

France warns the PA against resubmitting its unilateral resolution to the UN.

Hamas Accuses PA of Pocketing Gaza Reconstruction Funds

Hamas says PLO unity government ministers have admitted PA is funneling international funds for Gaza into its own budget.

EU Condemns Israel for Freezing PA Tax Money

EU says freeze 'runs counter' to Oslo Accord, fails to mention freeze is a penalty for PA ICC move that is a breach of Oslo.

PA Formally Recognizes ICC Jurisdiction for Gaza War

In latest move to file war crimes charges against Israel, PA accepts Hague's jurisdiction for Operation Protective Edge.

Palestinian Seeks Refugee Status in Canada

Resident of Edmonton who was raised in a family with ties to Hamas warns he will be killed if he is deported back to the PA.

US Slams Freeze on PA Tax Revenues

State Department says retaliatory freeze for ICC bid 'raises tensions.'

Rivlin Blasts Netanyahu for Freezing PA Funds

At meeting with ambassadors, Rivlin criticized PA for applying to join the ICC, while chastising Netanyahu for freezing funds.

Erekat Threatens: We'll Dismantle the Palestinian Authority

PA chief negotiator says the PA will not agree to the status quo, threatens the PA will dismantle itself and “hand the keys” back to Israel.

Minister Blasts 'Sick' Palestinians for ICC Move

Sunday's Cabinet meeting heats up with a discussion on the PA's decision to apply for the International Criminal Court.

'We Will Not Let IDF Soldiers Be Dragged to the ICC'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu takes a stand against PA threats, notes that the PA must be tried for its own war crimes.

Fatah 'Hangs Bibi' in Latest Threatening Facebook Image

Palestinian Arab world taunts Israel, pulling down one offensive photo and replacing it with incitement against PM Binyamin Netanyahu.

Liberman: The EU is Israel's Biggest Challenge

Liberman says Oslo Accords, status quo have both collapsed, notes EU crucial for Israel's economic interests.

Israeli Official Met Abbas's Rival Without PM's Consent

PM sent message to Abbas through ISA head, that senior official's meetings with Abbas' rival Dahlan does not represent Israel's policy.

PA to Submit Request to Join Interpol

Official says the PA has enough votes to be accepted as a full member of the International Criminal Police Organization.

Israel Freezes $127M in Funds to the PA For ICC Bid

Netanyahu orders financial penalty against the PA, which is already struggling to pay off staggering debts, in retaliation for ICC bid.

PA Presents ICC Membership Request to UN

PA envoy to the United Nations says PA seeks justice "for all the victims that have been killed by Israel".

Fatah Official Vows 'Retaliation' Against USA

Fatah central committee member Abbas Zaki says the US is 'an enemy' and 'the cobra's head,' following failed UN bid.

Report: PA Preparing War Crimes Charges Against Israel in ICC

Arab media claims Ramallah already readying charges for the ICC, just two days after it requests to join the Hague.

Netanyahu Slams ICC Bid: The PA Isn't a State

PM in emergency meeting calls on ICC to reject 'hypocritical' request of PA to join, notes PA recently formed pact with Hamas terror group.

Erekat Unveils Slew of Conventions Abbas Signed

Erekat gives UN list of int'l treaties 'State of Palestine' signed onto in breach of Oslo Accords, says 'settlements' focus of ICC lawsuits.

'PA's ICC Move Fueled by European-backed NGOs'

NGO Monitor shows how NGOs funded by Europe have been waging 'lawfare' on Israel for decades, paving the way for 'war crimes' threat.

PA Delays Delivery of Signed Treaties to UN

PA's UN mission delays the delivery of a batch of newly signed treaties until Friday, with no reason being given for the delay.

PA Blasts Nigeria for Abstaining at UN

Palestinian Authority says Nigeria's abstention during a UN vote on Palestinian statehood as a "big disappointment".

Herzog and Livni: Turning to ICC Won't Achieve PA's Goals

MKs Yitzhak Herzog and Tzipi Livni criticize the PA's decision to turn to the ICC, say Israel will protect its soldiers.

'Abbas Only Able to Go to ICC as a Defendant'

MKs and Ministers spit fire over PA ICC bid, condemn Abbas as defender of murderers.

Netanyahu: The PA, Not Israel, Should Fear the ICC

Netanyahu responds to Abbas's ICC move by noting the PA's pact with Hamas, vulnerability to prosecution for war crimes.

PLO: Attacks 'Outrageously Shameful' Votes Against PA UN Bid

Disappointed PLO complains after unilateral demand at UN in breach of Oslo fails, targets Nigeria for abstaining.

'Israel Must Take Off the Kid Gloves With the PA'

Likud Deputy Minister Akunis says world nations starting to realize Israel has no peace partner - problem is Livni still doesn't get it.

'UN Security Council Has Reached a New Low with PA Bid'

ADL director denounces PA's unilateral move, says Abbas is playing 'negative political game with future of the Palestinian people.'

Israeli Ministers Slam 'Failed PA Provocation at UN'

Foreign minister, defense minister and others say PA resolution shows it is committed to delegitimization not Oslo, suggest it be disbanded.

Russia 'Regrets' That PA's Unilateral UN Bid Failed

Russia laments failure of PA bid demanding statehood and Israeli withdrawals as a 'strategic error' after voting for it.

A New Assault on the Law of Nations

PA Buries Har Nof Massacre Terrorists as 'Heaven-bound Martyrs'

After Israel returns bodies, PA and Fatah laud attack on 'occupation synagogue' in detailing burial of 'martyrs ascending to heaven.'

UN Security Council to Vote on PA Bid Tonight

Jordan says UN to vote on unilateral demand for recognition and Israeli withdrawals, after PA FM said submission would wait till next year.

Hamas Slams PA Statehood Bid as 'Surrender' to Israel

Hamas spokesman Mushir al-Masri accuses PA of making decisions for the 'Palestinian cause' without the people's consent.

PA UN Bid to be Postponed for Next Year

PA FM reveals Arab ambassadors mulling unilateral resolution demanding recognition and withdrawals, likely to be put off yet again.