Palestinian Authority

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.

Governor of Indiana Refuses Abbas' Christmas Dinner Offer

Gov. of Indiana, Mike Pence, in Israel for Christmas vacation and business, declined PA Chairman's 'unsolicited' offer for meeting.

Netanyahu: What is the United Nations Doing?

At Cabinet meeting, PM addresses Iranian and PA threat to Israel while criticizing the UN for its hypocrisy and double standard in response.

Iran Outraged After PA Soccer Team Cancels Friendly Match

Palestinian soccer team cancels a match with Iran, causing rumors that the cancellation was instigated by Gulf countries.

Fighting fire with fire

'If UN Recognizes Palestine, Israel Must Annex in Judea-Samaria'

Danon, challenging Netanyahu for Likud leadership, says if UN passes PA resolution this week, sovereignty must be Israel's answer.

Netanyahu to US Senator: Dual Threat from PA and Iran

Speaking to Lindsey Graham, PM vows to reject PA dictate at UN, calls for stronger sanctions on Iran to block nuclear weapons.

Hamas Opposes PA's UN Resolution

Hamas says the resolution calling for Israeli withdrawal "doesn't represent [the] consensus of the Palestinian people."

Abbas Threat to Cut Ties with Israel 'A Blessing in Disguise'

Analyst says Israelis and Palestinians alike would benefit if PA leader goes through with threat to disband.

Stakes High for PLO, PA in Shurat Hadin Lawsuit

Interview: Shurat Hadin's Nitsana Darshan-Leitner explains why Sokolow vs. PLO could see terror orgs sued regularly for their crimes.

Fatah Official: Yafo, Haifa, Acco, and Nazareth are Ours

In a recent Lebanese television appearance, Fatah official Tawfiq Tirawi claimed several Israeli cities as belonging to 'Palestine.'

India Considering Changing Pro-Palestinian Stance at UN

India, which enjoys ties with Israel, reportedly considering starting to abstain in UN votes related to the Palestinian Authority.

Abbas Threatens 'Palestinian People Will Explode'

Abbas claims he doesn't incite terror, fights Israel diplomatically - then threatens terror and end of security co-op if 'hope' is lost.

MKs Fire Back at Livni's 'Leftist Subversion' in Kerry Appeal

Naftali Bennett: Livni has reached 'rock-bottom' after she allegedly asked US to veto PA UN bid for the sake of the Left in elections.

Posters of Abbas Hanging at Gaza Rally for his Rival

Thousands take to the streets against 'traitor' Abbas, after crackdown on supporters of his rival Mohammed Dahlan and trial in absentia.

Landmark terror lawsuit

PA, PLO Attempt to Stall NY Terror Trial Overruled

It's official - $1 billion suit from 2004 to be heard after PA writ thrown out, marking first time PA and PLO tried for terrorist attacks.

US Finally Says it Opposes Unilateral PA UN Bid

After fence sitting with Kerry saying he was open to resolution, State Department says it 'can't support' demand for Israeli withdrawals.

What Does it Sound Like When Abbas Really Condemns Terror?

You decide: is there a difference in Abbas's condemnations when the victims are Australians or Jews?

PM: Abbas's UN Bid Allows Hamas Takeover in Judea-Samaria

Netanyahu slams PA resolution at UN demanding 2017 Israeli withdrawal, as Arab League urges US not to veto and 'ruin peace.'

Bennett at INSS: Israelis Must Stop 'Groveling'

Naftali Bennett says he will not apologize for his 'no apologies' PR campaign, Israel should 'blame itself' for poor world relations.

Abbas's Religious Adviser Promises Israel Will Disappear

Al-Habash, PA Supreme Sharia Judge, says on TV 'Palestine will return to us,' all military and diplomatic options of 'resistance' are open.

Kerry Reportedly Vows UN Veto, PA Pushes UN Bid Anyway

Kerry vows veto on demand for Israeli withdrawals citing Knesset elections in Erekat meeting; PA bid on Wednesday.

Netanyahu: PA Hails Terrorist Killers, Accuses IDF of War Crimes

At Hanukkah lighting ceremony with elite IDF soldiers, PM warns they face 'darkness' of extremist Islam 'which is striking all around us.'