Palestinian Authority

Jordan to Request Security Council Session on Behalf of the PA

Jordan will ask for the Security Council to discuss Israeli construction in Jerusalem.

ADL Calls on Abbas to Condemn Murder of Baby in Jerusalem

'It speaks volumes that Abbas has yet to take the opportunity to denounce this despicable act,' ADL says, four days after terror attack.

PA Threatens 'This Will Not Last Beyond November'

Erekat says despite US pressure, PA will unilaterally try to push UN Security Council plan forcing Israeli withdrawals.

Report: PA Agrees to Delay UN Security Council 'Palestine' Vote

PA officials said that they would hold off on a plan to demand that the UN Security Council recognize 'Palestine'

Ya'alon: Palestinians Only Want to Destroy the Jewish State

The push for a two-state solution is a front, the Defense Minister says; the PA won't even use the phrase 'two states for two peoples.'

PA Confident on UN Vote Forcing Israeli Withdrawal by Year's End

PA FM claims enough UN Security Council votes to force through timetable plan on Israeli withdrawals, 'diplomatic downfall'.

PA to Submit UN Resolution on Israeli Withdrawal by End of Month

PLO secretary general Yasser Abed Rabbo says PA will push ahead with unilateral moves despite US threats to cut aid.

PA and Hamas Say UK 'Palestine' Vote Not Enough

PA demands UK turn non-binding vote on Palestinian state into official policy, Hamas says motion only 'symbolic.'

Israeli Embassy: Palestinian Statehood? Only Through Talks

Israeli Embassy in London responds to British parliament’s passing of a motion to recognize “the state of Palestine”.

Livni to Ban: Oppose Abbas's Unilateral Moves

Justice Minister tells UN chief that backing PA's moves at the UN sends a message that negotiations can be bypassed.

Abbas Threatens, Again, to Cut Ties With Israel

PA Chairman says he plans to move ahead with his latest unilateral UN move and if all else fails, he will hand the keys to Netanyahu.

British Parliament Votes to Recognize 'Palestine'

British lawmakers vote overwhelmingly in favor of a non-binding motion recognizing the "state of Palestine".

Rivlin to Ban: Israel's Security First

Israeli President defends Israel's right to self-defense to UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon, says onus is on Palestinians to disarm.

Western Diplomat Reveals Gaza Facing 'Donor Fatigue'

International aid conference touted in the press - but has global community become wiser to Hamas's numbers game?

Britain to Vote on Recognition of 'Palestine'

British lawmakers to hold a symbolic parliamentary vote on whether the government should recognize “Palestine” as a state.

Terrorist's Mother Praises Teens' Murderer as 'Martyrs'

Newly-translated PA TV interview glorifies terrorists who killed Israeli teenagers, as murderer's mother says 'Allah loved him.'

Netanyahu to Sweden: Unilateral Moves Won't Work

PM Netanyahu responds to Sweden's announcement it would recognize "Palestine", says unilateral moves will not bring peace.

Israeli Checks End Up in PA Banks; Customers Clueless

Members of the Tel Aviv Merchant's Organization were shocked to discover that checks they wrote ended up deposited in a PA bank.

Landmark case

Court Rules Palestinian Authority Liable for Terrorist Murders

In precedent-setting case surrounding murder of three Israelis, Jerusalem court rejects PA's 'statehood' claim as grounds for 'immunity'.

Sweden Recognizes 'Palestine' as a State

Left-wing Social Democrat party announces its recognition of a 'Palestinian state' on Yom Kippur.

Netanyahu Returns to Israel, Praises 'National Mission' to US

'I told the truth in the meetings that I held,' Netanyahu notes, summing up eventful Washington trip.

PA to Ask Security Council: End Israel's 'Occupation' by 2016

Draft resolution to be submitted by Palestinian Authority calls on the Security Council to "ends the Israeli occupation without delay".

Secret Israel-PA Communication Channel Revealed

Covert talks to 'change reality on ground in Gaza' with PA unity government held in parallel to official Cairo truce talks.

PA Illegal Land Grab to Block Road North of Jerusalem

Hours after Civil Administration orders road widened, PA throws together illegal structures on site to extend control in Area C.

Israel Agreed to Let Gazans Pray on Temple Mount

PA unity government says Israel made concessions on travel, says it backs Abbas's charges of 'genocide.'

PA Honors Murderers of Israeli Teens as Martyrs

PA leaders and press grant Hamas terrorists highest status in Islam, while delegitimizing Israel's elimination of them.

Study: 49% of Gazans Killed in War Were Terrorists

Updated study on Palestinian Health Ministry death tally reiterates unprecedented terrorist to civilian ratio.

Report: 3,000 PA Policemen to Join Gaza Security Forces

Renewed unity pact to include security coordination, source claims - but only if Israel agrees.

Islamic Bloc Supports PA Bid to Prosecute Israel

Organization of Islamic Cooperation says it supports Abbas's bid to prosecute Israel for war crimes at ICC.

PA: 'Nothing in Place' to Reconcile Fracturing Hamas Unity Pact

Unity PM says each faction is responsible for its own problems, hours after Hamas declares it is looking for 'alternatives.'

PA Statement Equates IS with the 'Occupation'

In condemning IS over its terrorism, the PA's foreign ministry says that "occupation and settlements" are other names for terrorism.

Abbas to Meet French Leader as PA Pushes 3-Year Statehood Plan

Palestinian Authority forging ahead with attempt to gain UN backing to 'end occupation' within three years.

PA Officials Say Palestinians Are 'Moderates', Don't Like ISIS

Officials claim that there is little or no support there for ISIS, because Palestinian Muslims are not 'fanatics' - but how true is that?

PA Calls Youth Goodwill Soccer Game 'Crime Against Humanity'

Peres's 'peace' game for Israeli and Arab kids was 'immoral crime' by 'sick souls' says PA, calling to 'settle accounts' with organizers.

UN: $550 Million to Gaza Despite Renewed Terror Tunnels

UN and PA call for funds without specifying supervision of usage; admit countries hesitating to donate to Hamas terror govt.

Frmr. Israeli Ambassador Urges Withdrawal from Judea-Samaria

Dr. Michael Oren insists the political right must 'grow up' and present 'peace plan' - weeks after similar plan led to rocket fire, war.

After Gaza War, Palestinian Infighting Flares

Operation Protective Edge paused the slow collapse of Fatah-Hamas 'unity government' - but is the game now up?

Abbas Denies 'Fabricated' Reports of Sinai State Offer

Secretary-General of Abbas's office says Egypt agrees with PA on 1949 Armistice line borders, never offered Sinai for PA state.

Hamas Hits Back at Abbas as PA Chief Threatens to End Unity Deal

As 'unity deal' flails, Hamas spokesperson condemns Abbas threats of split, says talks with Fatah on unity government forthcoming.

United or Untied? Hamas Resists PA Arrests

'Unity' tensions rise further as Hamas leader calls for Judea Samaria members to resist summonses by PA security forces.

Abbas Threatens to End Hamas Unity Deal

PA chairman says in Cairo he 'can't trust Hamas,' makes outlandish claim that Hamas only lost '50 fighters' in Gaza, while Fatah lost 850.

Fatah Calls on World to Cancel IDF Dual Citizenship

Fatah leader says nations being asked to remove citizenship of Israeli soldiers who 'attacked the Palestinian nation' in Gaza op.

PA TV Feeds Into 9/11 Conspiracy: 'Israel Did It'

A video clip comparing an IDF attack on a Hamas stronghold and the Twin Towers highlights the PA's anti-Israel incitement

PLO to Push Three-Year Deadline for Israeli Withdrawals in UN

PA threatens ICC prosecution if Israel refuses to withdraw from Judea-Samaria - despite evidence that both would hinder peace.

PA Denies Reports It Will Pay Hamas Salaries

Wage war between 'unity partners' continues as PA nixes reports of imminent payment, fearing aid cuts for funding terror.

Watch: PA Charges IDF of 'Same Terror' as 9/11 Attack

With blatantly flawed logic PA TV runs an ad juxtaposing IDF strike on terror building and Al Qaeda terrorism in New York.

Abbas Slams Mashaal for 'Smuggling Weapons Not Against Israel'

Report leaks details of Abbas berating Mashaal in Qatar over Hamas coup attempt against PA, Mashaal denying 'Israeli lie.'

Hamas-Fatah 'Unity Government' Facing Financial Meltdown

PA 'unity government' budget 'below zero', according to a leading minister - because US, Arab states won't meet commitments.

Abbas Once Again Threatens Israel with ICC Action

PA Chairman declares that he will take Israel to the International Criminal Court unless it agrees to negotiate a Palestinian state.

The Real Reason for the PA and Hamas's Wage War

PA promises to pay Hamas employees 'soon as possible' as 'unity' tensions continue; official reveals fears causing the delay.

Hamas Truce Talks Reportedly to Resume in Next 48 Hours

Delegations to return to Cairo as Hamas refuses to disarm, demands sea and airport, terrorist swap. Ya'alon: 'they won't get a seaport.'

Hamas 'Victory Rally' in Abbas's Home Turf of Ramallah

Thousands join celebrations for supposed 'victory' in Gaza op. featuring speeches from Hamas leaders in Gaza, amid jockeying with PA.

PA Officials: Hamas Preventing Abbas from Governing in Gaza

Sources claim Hamas refusing PA supervision, despite unity government agreement and understanding reached after ceasefire.

Arch-Terrorist Barghouti Calls For Fatah Revolution

Jailed Fatah leader writes from prison that the time has come to reject negotiations for 'resistance,' in light of Hamas terror war.

PA to Demand 'Israeli Withdrawal Timetable' at UN

The Palestinian Authority said Thursday that it would demand that Israel set up a 'timetable' for withdrawing from Judea and Samaria.

PA Official Opposes Joining ICC so as to 'Shoot Israelis'

Senior PA official close to Abbas warns of legal problems when PA attacks Israel, adds 'there are no innocent Israelis.'

What's in the deal?

Gaza Ceasefire: What Did Israel Agree to?

PA delegation head reveals what Israel agreed to - and the lone demand it made, which was rejected.

Abbas to Submit 'Surprising' Proposal to Kerry

PA head says he will present a diplomatic solution next week which Washington will probably not like - but which he will insist on.

PA Blasts Hamas for Executing 'Collaborators with Israel'

The Palestinian Authority blasts Hamas officials for executing more than 20 alleged collaborators with Israel, saying this is illegal.

PA Makes 'Political Decision' to 'Slaughter Settlers'

Senior PA and Fatah official close to Abbas says all ties cut with 'enemy' Israel, not stopping anyone from 'slaughtering a settlement.'