Palestinian Authority

Will the PA Crumble?

Abbas Threatens to Disband the PA

Move would see Oslo Accords crumble, make Israel 'vulnerable' to international legislation, PA claims. But what does that mean practically?

Palestinian Authority Flags Replace Israeli Flags in Tel Aviv

PA flags flown for hours at Yafo (Jaffa) Port, just south of Tel Aviv. Police reportedly have not hurried to take down the flags.

Abbas Denies Condemning Hevron Murder

Abbas's office rushes to deny reports by leftist MKs that he condemned murder, quotes him as 'opposing violence' in general.

Netanyahu Slams PA Over Hevron Murder

Netanyahu criticizes PA incitement over murder of police officer and wounding of pregnant wife. Numerous public figures respond to attack.

PA Claims Congress is Pushing for Sanctions Against It

PA claims some members of the U.S. Congress are calling for action against it in response to the unilateral UN move.

Liberman: Deal Almost Closed When PA Pulled Out

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman said that Israel and the PA had been close to an agreement – until the Palestinians decided to backtrack

PA to Join Geneva Conventions

In latest move to gain legitimacy, Switzerland signs PA on to Geneva Conventions.

'Free Murderers So Enemies Will Agree to Talk to Us?'

Chairman of Bnei Akiva notes that deal to free more terrorists, enact building freeze, 'would hurt our people the most.'

PA Denies Progress in Peace Talks

Responding to reports of breakthrough deal, PA chief negotiator Erekat remarks gaps are still 'deep.'

Erekat Slams Israeli Sanctions as 'Theft'

Chief PA negotiator lashes out at Israel’s decision to freeze the transfer of taxes it collects for the PA.

Hamas: No to Extension of Peace Talks

Hamas declares it is against any extension of peace talks between Israel and the PA, amid reports that a deal may be in the works.

Ramallah Gloats: Onward 'to Independence'

Palestinian 'foreign ministry' says signing UN convention will lead to 'right of return' for 'refugees'.

Israel Sanctions PA By Freezing Transfer of Taxes

Official reports sanctions over breach of conditions include taxes Israel collects for PA, cap on bank deposits, and no help on gas field.

UN Chief Approves PA Breach of Talks

Ban signs documents to process Abbas's requests, 'State of Palestine' to join conventions May 2. Other countries to follow suit and approve.

Fatah Member: Israeli Sanctions Will Dismantle the PA

Senior member of the Fatah movement says that Israeli sanctions against the PA would "lead to its collapse."

Time for 'Plan B'?

Bennett Calls on Government to Annex 'Settlement Blocs'

Minister drafts letter to Netanyahu demanding sovereignty over settlement blocs, after PA scuppers negotiations.

Opposition Attacks Netanyahu For 'Adding Fuel' to Haters

Labor leader attacks cutting ties with PA, calls it 'disengagement' from the world; other MKs praise 'firm response to PA provocation.'

Government Cutting Most Ties with Ramallah

Prime Minister forbids meetings with Palestinians and cooperation with the Palestinian Authority.

PA Threatens to Join More International Organizations

PA envoy to the United Nations threatens more unilateral moves, "depending on Israel’s actions."

All Talk and No Action in Peace Negotiations

PA demands full construction freeze to continue negotiations, says ready for 'Israel's tricks.' Defense Minister: 'I told you so.'

Ha'etzni: Act on Sovereignty Before PA Does

In the end, Israel is going to have no choice but to annex Area C of Judea and Samaria,said lawyer and activist Elyakim Ha'etzni.

Arch-Terrorist Marwan Barghouti Demands Release from Prison

Palestinian Arab terrorist leader releases new directives to PA, entitled "Insurgency Strategy," and calls for terrorists to be released.

Minister Calls to End Talks Until UN Bids Pulled

Housing Minister Uri Ariel declares talks should end until the move retracted, slams Livni for blaming others over failure.

Upping the Ante

Netanyahu: Israel Will Respond to PA with 'Unilateral Moves'

Prime Minister warns PA that their torpedoing talks will not go unanswered.

Hearing Reveals PA Building 'Facts on the Ground'

MK slams PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas over allowing illegal Arab building on Jewish land in Judea and Samaria.

'This is Our Country - Period'

Deputy Minister calls on Israel to stop capitulating to unreasonable demands from PA, in light of newest demands from Erekat.

MKs Urged to Establish Sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

'Now is the time to present to the world the ethical, Zionist, realistic alternative to the two-state solution,' letter to MKs reads.

Israel Sanctions PA Following Unilateral Move

Israel suspends high-level contacts with PA, restricts transfer of communications equipment to Gaza.

MK Regev: Trust G-d and Keep our Powder Dry

PA list of conditions makes Likud MK think it's time to pass a law limiting possibility of negotiating about Jerusalem.

PA Ambassador: There Are 550 Organizations We Can Join

PA's UN ambassador: We are even eligible to join the International Criminal Court.

UN Confirms it Received PA's Applications

UN's special envoy on Mideast peace confirms he received requests from PA officials to join 13 international conventions and treaties.

PA Official: Israel 'Turning Marijuana into Heroin' to Poison Us

Modern blood libel? Official claims Israel 'vomiting drugs' into PA in live television broadcast.

Livni Says PA 'Breached its Obligations', Urges Return to Talks

Justice Minister criticizes PA on one hand for 'breaching contract,' calls to 'fight for peace' on the other.

PA Asks Kerry to Keep Trying To Make Peace, Says 'No Tricks'

Despite Abbas's breach of peace talk conditions, PA expresses hope Kerry will 'renew efforts in coming days.'

Peace Talks Over?

Kerry Cancels Abbas Meeting as PA Requests To Join UN Agencies

Abbas breaches peace talk conditions by making unilateral bid for international recognition; Kerry cancels upcoming visit to Ramallah.

PA Admits 'Blackmailing' Israel To Free Terrorists

Spokesman of Abbas's party reveals use of UN recognition to 'blackmail' releases; confirms Judea Samaria council accusations.

PA Calls Israeli Proposal to Release More Terrorists 'Blackmail'

Israel's proposal to tie 4th phase of terrorist release to extension of talks is extortion, PA official claims.

PA Police in Control in Northern Jerusalem Neighborhood?

Concerns raised after revelations that Palestinian Authority police regularly serve neighborhood technically under Israeli control.

Breaking News

Report: Israel Refuses Last Terror Release

Senior PA official reveals that Israel has told PA it will not release last batch of terrorists on Saturday.

PA Foreign Minister: Agreement With Israel to be 'Non-Binding'

Top Palestinian Authority diplomat says nine-month negotiating period won't end in deal; PA preparing to take 'unilateral steps'.

PA Threatens UN Moves Next Week

If Israel doesn't release last batch of terrorists this week, PA threatens to violate peace talk terms and make unilateral moves.

PA Calls Terrorists 'Stars' And 'Heroic Knights'

PA TV holds media fest at 'wedding of martyrdom' terrorist funerals, while Abbas's Fatah commemorates 'heroic' suicide bomber.

Arab Summit to Back Rejection of 'Jewish state'

Kuwait summit expected to stand by Mahmoud Abbas, PA stubbornness in peace talks with Israel.

Terrorist 'Martyrs' Families to Receive Millions of Dollars

PA government encourages terrorists to trade their lives for their families' financial security - 74 million dollars' worth.

PA Teaches Kids 'Indivisible Palestine' Replaces Israel

PA TV and Fatah Facebook unite in campaign teaching kids 'before they learn to read and write' that all of Israel is 'Palestine.'

PA: 'Settlements' Caused the Talks to Fail

A spokesman for PA Chairman Abbas claims that Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria had caused peace talks to reach an impasse.

PA Praises Arch-Terrorist - 'Allah Give Us Martyrdom'

Most lethal terror attack, led by Mughrabi, celebrated in slew of PA and Fatah events. PA official says peace talks 'not our only choice.'

Arutz Sheva Interview

Is Mahmoud Abbas' Life In Danger?

Middle East expert reveals to Arutz Sheva the complicated situation confronting Abbas, says Abbas' position as PA leader is 'illegal'.

Gaza's Power Plant Resumes Operations

Gaza’s lone power plant resumes operations, after the PA left it off for one more day due to disagreements with Hamas.

Does Abbas See Arch-Terrorist as a Successor?

Aging PA chief may be seeking arch-terrorist Marwan Barghouti’s release as part of plan to see him take over.

PA Blames Debt on 'Area C' of Judea, Samaria

Debt amounting to 4.8 billion dollars could be aided, according to PA official, by collecting 'tax evasion' from Area C residents.

Obama Tells Abbas 'Risks for Peace' are Needed

'We are going to have to take some tough political decisions and risks if we able to move forward,' Obama told visiting Abbas.

Palestinian Arabs Rally Around Abbas Ahead of US Visit

PA residents march in several cities, urging Abbas not to 'give in' to Israel in talks.

Livni Supports PA Recognition of Israel

Israel's demands to be recognized as a Jewish state are legitimate says Livni, while adding 'conceding is easy.'

PA Leaves Gaza in the Dark Another Day

Only a fifth of needed fuel transferred by PA, as tensions between Hamas and PA extend the power outage in Gaza.

Days After Rocket Barrage Gaza Left Powerless

Lone Gaza power plant shuts down Saturday lacking fuel. Israel cites Hamas fight with PA over fuel taxes as culprit.

Kerry Cites 'Unprecedented Mistrust' Between Israel, PA

Despite 'significant' gaps on key issues, US Secretary of State still optimistic on peace deal.

Peace Deal 'Moving Further Away,' Says Netanyahu

PM says PA's refusal to recognize Jewish state is a 'deal-breaker' for talks; calls for a strong government.

PA's ‘Staged Provocation’ Leaves Officer Wounded near E1

Palestinian mob comes with TV cameras to uproot olive trees, throw rocks; NGO accuses authorities of 'passive' complicity.

Abbas Staying in Negotiations for the Sake of Terrorist Releases

PA Chief Negotiator notes while pressure is mounting on Abbas to leave talks, the PA Chairman is staying to see more terrorists released.