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'Boycotting Israel will Only Hurt the Palestinian Arabs'

Res. Colonel and former MK Moshe Peled notes hypocrisy, ineffectiveness of boycott threats against Israel in Arutz Sheva interview.

'Boycotting Israel will Only Hurt the Palestinian Arabs'

PA Report: Palestinians Prefer to Buy 'Blue and White'

According to a PA report, 70% of the PA's imports were from Israel, with imports worth $3.5 billion entering the Authority from Israel.

PA Report: Palestinians Prefer to Buy 'Blue and White'

IEC Head: We Intend to Collect PA's Electricity Debt

Israel Electric Company chairman Yiftach Ron-Tal said Monday that the Palestinian Authority owes the IEC NIS 1.2 billion ($375 million).

IEC Head: We Intend to Collect PA's Electricity Debt

Intelligence Min. Says Israel Must Invade Gaza, Destroy Hamas

Yuval Steinitz responds to Friday rocket on Eilat, warns at this rate Israel will have to enter Gaza and replace Hamas with PA.

Intelligence Min. Says Israel Must Invade Gaza, Destroy Hamas

Iran Intends to Invite Abbas to Tehran

“Peace partner” Abbas to be invited to visit Iran, whose leaders calls for Israel's destruction.

Iran Intends to Invite Abbas to Tehran

‘Refugees’ Suffer, PA Still Cozy with Iran

Senior PA official in Tehran to support Iranian position as ‘Palestinian refugees’ continue to starve.

‘Refugees’ Suffer, PA Still Cozy with Iran

Palestinian Authority Police Conduct Operation on Israeli Turf

PA forces complete covert operation to fight crime in 'no man's land' between Jerusalem, security fence.

Palestinian Authority Police Conduct Operation on Israeli Turf

Report: PM 'Fuming' Over Bennett Comments

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu plans to “give it” to Economics Minister Naftali Bennett when he returns from Poland

Report: PM 'Fuming' Over Bennett Comments

Prosor: Nations Haven't Learned Lessons of Holocaust

In honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the UN General Assembly on Monday held a special session commemorating the day.

Prosor: Nations Haven't Learned Lessons of Holocaust

Bennett's Criticism 'Ruined Netanyahu's Ingenious Plan'

Sources in Netanyahu's office criticize Bennett for opposing proposal to have 'settlers' live under PA, claim it was all a ruse.

Bennett's Criticism 'Ruined Netanyahu's Ingenious Plan'

PA: 9 Month Talks Won't Be Extended Even A Day

PA Chief Negotiator Erekat declares peace talks won't be extended past April, denies rumors of secret Washington talks.

PA: 9 Month Talks Won't Be Extended Even A Day

UN Envoy Blasts 'Palestinian Solidarity Year'

UN "allocates endless resources to advancing lies and half-truths of the Palestinian leadership", charges ambassador Ron Prosor.

UN Envoy Blasts 'Palestinian Solidarity Year'

ZOA: US Anger At Ya'alon A Double Standard

Zionist Organization of America criticizes US administration for slamming Ya'alon's comments while silent on PA outrages.

ZOA: US Anger At Ya'alon A Double Standard

PA Says Israel Succeeded in 'Imposing Its Agenda' on Talks

Senior PLO official claims Israel forcing agenda of recognition of Jewish state and Jordan Valley security on John Kerry.

PA Says Israel Succeeded in 'Imposing Its Agenda' on Talks

Refugee’s Anger: If Only I Was Israeli

Man in Syrian refugee camp: Israelis have someone looking out for them, but Muslim world ignores our plight.

Refugee’s Anger: If Only I Was Israeli

PA Apologizes to Czech Republic over Weapons

PA apologizes for illegal weapons in Prague residence. Weapons were revealed when PA ambassador died in explosion.

PA Apologizes to Czech Republic over Weapons

IDF Halts PA Prime Minister's Convoy; Soldiers 'Assaulted'

Convoy escorting PA's 'Prime Minister' Hamdallah drove recklessly, clashed with IDF forces that stopped it.

IDF Halts PA Prime Minister's Convoy; Soldiers 'Assaulted'

Weapons Smugglers Busted in PA Town By J'lem

Maaleh Adumim police and border police find weapons cache in PA-controlled village of Azariya, just outside of capital.

Weapons Smugglers Busted in PA Town By J'lem

Ashrawi: Recognizing Israel Like 'Legalizing Racism'

PLO official claims that recognizing Israel as a Jewish state would "deny the Palestinians' rights."

Ashrawi: Recognizing Israel Like 'Legalizing Racism'

Netanyahu Opposes Framework Dividing Jerusalem

Reports indicate Netanyahu has told senior officials he won't sign any framework agreement dividing up the capital of Israel.

Netanyahu Opposes Framework Dividing Jerusalem

State Department Refuses to Comment on PA Incitement

State Department Spokeswoman refuses to "give an analysis of every action" when asked by reporter about PA incitement.

State Department Refuses to Comment on PA Incitement

Herzog: Opposition Will Vote With Govt. On PA Deal

Labor Party chairman Yitzchak Herzog said his party would do everything to ensure that proposals by John Kerry are adopted by Israel.

Herzog: Opposition Will Vote With Govt. On PA Deal

Hamas: Reconciliation with Fatah in 2014

Hamas announces new policies promoting reconciliation with Fatah, introduces confidence-building measures.

Hamas: Reconciliation with Fatah in 2014

'How Can You Make Peace With a Group That Venerates Hitler?'

Yoni Chetboun questions ongoing peace process in light of PA incitement revelations, including glorification of Nazism.

'How Can You Make Peace With a Group That Venerates Hitler?'

Prague Police Find 12 Weapons Inside PA Embassy

Investigators find 12 weapons inside the PA’s mission in Prague, as PA officials try to smooth relations over last week's explosion.

Prague Police Find 12 Weapons Inside PA Embassy

Israel to Supply PA With Gas for Next 20 Years

A deal for the sale of natural gas from Israel to the Palestinian Authority was signed Sunday.

Israel to Supply PA With Gas for Next 20 Years

PMW: Talks Go On, As Does PA Anti-Israel Incitement

Official government reports show that incitement against Israel and the Jewish People is continuing on official media channels in the PA

PMW: Talks Go On, As Does PA Anti-Israel Incitement

Czech Officials Want PA Embassy Moved Following Blast

The Prague district hosting the embassy of the Palestinian Authority wants it moved after the ambassador was killed in a "working accident."

Czech Officials Want PA Embassy Moved Following Blast

Tibi: Abbas Will Never Concede

MK Ahmed Tibi accuses PM of trying to prevent a peace agreement with the PA, says Abbas will never give up any of his demands.

Tibi: Abbas Will Never Concede

Report: Israel to Increase Electricity Supply to Gaza

Senior PA source claims deal being reached with Israel to increase supply to Gaza, source of funding to be decided.

Report: Israel to Increase Electricity Supply to Gaza

PA Diplomat in Prague Had Secret Arms Cache

PA ambassador killed in explosion Wednesday had illegal weapons cache in his home, enough to arm 10 fighters.

PA Diplomat in Prague Had Secret Arms Cache

PA, Egyptian Report: Hamas Will be Trouble in 2014

Hamas to expand rocket fire to Judea and Samaria, recruit students for terror attacks abroad.

PA, Egyptian Report: Hamas Will be Trouble in 2014

Arab MKs: No Way Will we Live Under the PA

Arab MKs react angrily to a report that Israel has offered to transfer to the PA areas with a dense Arab population.

Arab MKs: No Way Will we Live Under the PA

Obama To Give PA $440 Million in 2014

PLO rep. in Washington reports growth in US financial aid; PA requests joint committee with US on political and financial issues.

Obama To Give PA $440 Million in 2014

PA: 'Netanyahu Promised to Free Israeli Arab Terrorists'

PA official tells IDF radio Netanyahu promised from beginning to free all terrorists jailed before Oslo, including Israeli Arabs.

PA: 'Netanyahu Promised to Free Israeli Arab Terrorists'

Abbas Says Jordan Valley Annexation 'A Red Line'

PA Chairman attacks Sunday ministerial vote on bill to annex region, calls annexation 'red line which can not be crossed.'

Abbas Says Jordan Valley Annexation 'A Red Line'

Hamas Stresses it Views Negotiations, Abbas as Illegitimate

Hamas stresses that it does not recognize negotiations of any kind with Israel, claims Abbas 'unreliable' for agreeing to peace talks.

Hamas Stresses it Views Negotiations, Abbas as Illegitimate

PA: 'If You Build, We'll Sue At The Hague'

PA chief negotiator threatens to take Israel to Hague over 'war crimes' if Judea Samaria construction plans are announced next week.

PA: 'If You Build, We'll Sue At The Hague'

PA Officials: Israel 'Killing the Peace Process'

As expected, PA officials express outrage over reports that Israel plans to announce extensive new construction in Judea and Samaria.

PA Officials: Israel 'Killing the Peace Process'

Abbas to Christians Worldwide: Visit PA During Papal Visit

PA Chairman, ever the opportunist, uses reports of Papal visit to encourage PA tourism, rally for more international support.

Abbas to Christians Worldwide: Visit PA During Papal Visit

PLO Video Claims Jesus was 'Palestinian'

Video uses Christmas 'magic' to push demonization of Israel; claims Jesus 'was of its own.'

PLO Video Claims Jesus was 'Palestinian'

Secret Peace Talk Contents Revealed By PA Sources

US 'offensive' aims for Jan. interim agreement, Jerusalem internationally managed, Israeli withdrawals and 'earned' Jewishness.

Secret Peace Talk Contents Revealed By PA Sources

Former PA PM Arrested After Car Chase

Qureia's Mercedes flew at 145 kmh (90 mph) outside Maaleh Adumim, police forced to block road to stop him. Summoned for investigation.

Former PA PM Arrested After Car Chase

PA: Strip Judea, Samaria Residents of Their Israeli Citizenship

PLO negotiator blames Netanyahu for failures in peace talks, threatens to coerce other countries to strip 'settlers' of Israeli citizenship.

PA: Strip Judea, Samaria Residents of Their Israeli Citizenship

Erekat: Palestinian Authority Ready for 12-Month Interim Deal

PLO official claims PA ready for interim deal. The catch: meeting the PA's demands on a number of key issues.

Erekat: Palestinian Authority Ready for 12-Month Interim Deal

PA Live TV Event Glorifies Terror, Murder, Hatred

At event under Abbas's auspices, Minister of Culture gives plaques of honor to released terrorists, youth play promotes murder.

PA Live TV Event Glorifies Terror, Murder, Hatred

Politicians Targeted in PA Violence

Palestinian Authority infighting sees minister targeted in shooting, lawmaker physically assaulted.

Politicians Targeted in PA Violence

PLO Official: We Supported the Nazis in WWII

Former political bureau head of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) removes any doubt over Arab support for Nazi Germany.

PLO Official: We Supported the Nazis in WWII

Ban on Negotiating Jerusalem Rejected in Preliminary Reading

Bill, which was passed by committee 2 months ago, would have required 80 MKs' approval before making Jerusalem a factor in talks.

Ban on Negotiating Jerusalem Rejected in Preliminary Reading

Expert Warns: ‘Illegal Building’ is Coordinated Takeover

Arab construction on Israeli state land is part of a deliberate takeover with orders from above, Civil Administration official warns.

Expert Warns: ‘Illegal Building’ is Coordinated Takeover

Water-Sharing Initiative Officially Signed in Washington

"This is a historic agreement," says Minister Silvan Shalom as he signs a deal with Jordan and PA to save the Dead Sea.

Water-Sharing Initiative Officially Signed in Washington

Elkin: PA Intransigence Works in Israel's Favor

The PA refuses to compromise in any way in negotiations - but this actually works in Israel's favor, according to Deputy Foreign Minister.

Elkin: PA Intransigence Works in Israel's Favor

PA Rejects Prisoner Release Delay, Warns of 'Total Failure'

PA opposes Kerry's postponement of terrorist release to press Jordan Valley arrangement. PLO official warns of 'total failure.'

PA Rejects Prisoner Release Delay, Warns of 'Total Failure'

Released Terrorists Reveal No Regret, Fun in Jail

PMW exposes released prisoners and their families on PA TV revealing ease of prison life, and familial visits in contrast to PA libels.

Released Terrorists Reveal No Regret, Fun in Jail

US to Present Judea, Samaria 'Security Proposal' to Israel

US Secretary of State to impose his own ideas on Israel during Kerry visit; Israel responds: we will not compromise our security.

US to Present Judea, Samaria 'Security Proposal' to Israel

PA Official: Jews 'Defile' Al-Aqsa (Temple Mount)

In wake of continued anti-Semitism on Mount, PA official claims Jews make Judaism's holiest site 'impure.'

PA Official: Jews 'Defile' Al-Aqsa (Temple Mount)

Shaath: 'We Will Stay in Negotiations Just to Release Prisoners'

Despite reports that peace talks have failed, PA official declares that they will remain - if only to release more terrorists.

Shaath: 'We Will Stay in Negotiations Just to Release Prisoners'

PA Arafat Event Song Vows Unending Violence

At memorial event for Yasser Arafat on PA TV performers sing a song glorifying martyrdom and vowing violence 'no force can stop' on Israel.

PA Arafat Event Song Vows Unending Violence

Kerry to Return to Israel Next Week for Iran, PA-Related Talks

After diplomatic disaster earlier this month, and controversial Iran deal, US Secretary of State returns to Israel to try again.

Kerry to Return to Israel Next Week for Iran, PA-Related Talks

PA Caught Digging at Ancient Hasmonean Fortress

The fortress, an important site in the Maccabee revolts which Hanukkah commemorates, is located in 'Area A' not under Israeli control.

PA Caught Digging at Ancient Hasmonean Fortress