Palestinian Authority

Mofaz: Prevent Released Terrorists from Inciting Violence

Kadima head says the terrorists to be released by Israel this week may be "too old" to participate in attacks, but can still incite hatred.

Deny Israel's Existence - Win $100!

In spite of "peace talks," Palestinian Authority TV continues to encourage rejectionism.

Abbas: Palestine will be Judenrein

PA head presents reporters with a "racist and hateful vision" of a future Palestinian state.

PA Gives 'Refrigerator Bomber' Official Military Funeral

Palestinian Authority honors terrorist "refrigerator" bomber who killed 15 and wounded more than 60 in a central square in Jerusalem.

IKEA Considering Opening Ramallah Branch

IKEA is considering opening a branch in Ramallah.

Bayit Yehudi Chairman to Oppose Terrorist Release

Habayit Hayehudi chairman Naftali Bennett says he’ll oppose the release of terrorists as a good will gesture for the Palestinian Authority.

Poll: Not Much Chance for Success on Kerry's Latest Mission

Neither Jews nor Arabs have much hope for the success of John Kerry's latest foray into Mideast peace making, a poll showed

Danon, Likud 'Rebels' Poised to Seize Key Positions

Concessions to Palestinians will be less likely after today's vote for party institutions, say analysts.

Report: Netanyahu Ready to Give Up 90% of Judea and Samaria

Top Likud Ministers said the Prime Minister is prepared to give up as much as 90% of Judea and Samaria, a report claims.

Abbas: Arabs Must Save Jerusalem From 'Settlement Monster'

Abbas alleges that Israel is plotting to destroy Al-Aqsa Mosque; says “saving Jerusalem from settlement monster" is duty of all Arabs.

Knesset Review Reveals: Israel Does Not Exist in PA Textbooks

Knesset review of PA textbooks used in UNWRA schools confirms: Jewish rights never acknowledged.

Electric Company Suggests: Cut Off Power to PA

The Israel Electric Corporation has put together a list of sanctions to impose on the PA, which owes it 820 million shekels.

New PA PM Quits After Just Two Weeks on the Job

After just two weeks on the job, new Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Rami Hamdallah tendered his resignation

China Urges Peace Talks to Settle 'Palestinian Question'

China calls for a resumption of peace talks, saying global community needs to be aware of "urgency of settling the Palestinian question".

Sweden May Slash its Aid to the PA

Sweden is considering slashing its aid to the PA because of a lack of progress in achieving a two-state solution, says a Swedish minister.

Akunis: PA Won't Accept Israel, 'Not Ready' for a State

Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis said that the PA, by its behavior, the PA had proven that it was not ready for an independent state

Netanyahu in Poland: Stop Negotiating About Negotiations

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu calls on the Palestinian Authority to come to the negotiating table without delay.

BDS Leaders: 'Only Solution is Violence'

Leaders of BDS, which seeks to delegitimize Israel worldwide, said they oppose any peace talks, even with Israeli building freeze.

Netanyahu: Israel Foiled Five Suicide Attacks This Year

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday that Israel has foiled five suicide bombings since the start of the year.

Bennett: Keep High Tech in Jerusalem, and PA Out

Jerusalem needs more high-tech industry - and fewer PA institutions - in order to ensure its stays strong, and Israel, Naftali Bennett said

Danon: Conflict with PA 'Better Than Making More Mistaken Deals'

Deputy Defense Minister Danny Danon expects the Israel-PA conflict to be resolved with help from Egypt and Jordan, he said in an interview

Report: Kerry to Postpone Mideast Visit

Secretary of State John Kerry, who was to return to Mideast this week to attempt to facilitate peace negotiations, has postponed his visit.

Israel Cannot Depend on UN Forces For Security

PM Netanyahu says Israel can't depend on the UN for security in the Golan. He told Russia Israel won't fire at Syria if Syria does the same.

New PA Government Includes Ministerial Changes

PA prime minister Rami Hamdallah's new cabinet, includes changes in around half the ministerial portfolios.

Galon Upset Over Ban of Inciting PA Official

Meretz chair blasts the Defense Ministry for refusing to allow PA official who called to nuke Israel take part in her party's conference.

Expert: PA's New Prime Minister Means Nothing

Middle East expert Dr. Guy Bechor: Abbas's term as PA chairman ended years ago, so the appointment of his new prime minister is illegal.

Kerry Hails Choice of 'Pragmatist' Hamdallah to Replace Fayyad

Mahmoud Abbas has decided to appoint an academic named Rami Hamdallah as his new prime minister.

Jordan's PM: Relations with Israel Dependent on PA Peace

Peace between Israel and the PA is the key to regional stability, says Jordan’s Prime Minister.

PA Slams Israel for Calling Off Politicized UNESCO Mission

The PA's foreign ministry slams Israel for calling off a UNESCO investigative mission to Jerusalem, after the PA tried to politicize it.

Official: Civil Admin 'Stealing' Jordan Valley Land for PA City

The Jordan Valley Regional Council will fight to prevent the construction of a PA city on its lands, the Council's head said

Kerry's Plan for PA Economy Receives Cool Reception

A $4 billion U.S. plan to boost the PA's met with a cool response as PA leaders insist on a political dimension to the stimulus.

Kerry Announces Plan to Boost PA Economy

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry unveils plan to boost the PA's economy by attracting $4 billion in private investment.

Peres: Peace Between Israel, PA 'Real Possibility'

Peres maintains that peace between Israel and PA is “a real possibility,” adding that time should not be wasted in reaching agreement.

MK Shaked Welcomes Report of Pessimism Over Peace

MK Shaked welcomes a report which says that an advisor to Minister Livni is pessimistic about reaching a peace deal with the PA.

PM to Kerry: Let's Get Talks With PA Going

Prime Minister Netanyahu told Secretary of State Kerry that Israel was very interested in reopening negotiations with the PA

Kerry Returns to Israel in Peace Push

US Secretary of State John Kerry headed back to Israel Thursday as he continues a push to reignite peace negotiations.

Lapid: I Won't Fall for Left's Negotiating Mistakes

Yesh Atid head Yair Lapid emphasized that he was much more of a "hawk" on the PA peace process than many on the left believe him to be.

German FM Travels to Mideast to Boost US Peace Initiative

Germany's FM is set to travel to Mideast where he will meet with Israeli, PA leaders to promote US initiative to revive peace talks.

Yaalon Freezes Plans for New PA City Near Jericho

A new PA city being planned would have taken away 500 acres of Israeli land.

Abbas Warns Israel Over Al-Aqsa Mosque

"We cannot remain silent" over Israel's alleged "assaults" on the Al-Aqsa Mosque, warns PA Chairman.

El Salvador Establishes Ties with the Palestinian Authority

El Salvador establishes diplomatic relations with the Palestinian Authority. Foreign Minister praises Latin America's support.

Elkin: Google Responsible for Hampering Peace Process

By “recognizing Palestine,” Google is hampering the peace process, Deputy Foreign Minister Ze'ev Elkin (Likud-Beiteinu) said in the Knesset

Radio Personality: 'P-I-E-C-E' Process Seeks to Dismantle Israel

Peace process should spelled “p-i-e-c-e” not “p-e-a-c-e”, renowned American radio personality told Arutz Sheva.

New PA Laws: Cutting Off Thieves' Hands, Lashes for Drinking

Hamas is lobbying for a stricter enforcement of Islamic law in Gaza – including provisions to cut off the hands of thieves

'Ahinoam Nini (Noa) Shouldn't Be Singing on Jerusalem Day'

Yair Gabay, a member of the Jerusalem City Council, decried the city's choice of singer at Wednesday Jerusalem Day Concert.

Police Catch Tens of Thousands of 'Illegal Eggs'

Border police on Sunday confiscated 54,000 illegal eggs that were being smuggled into Jerusalem

Fayyad Blames Failed Leadership and Israel for PA's Woes

The PA's outgoing Prime Minister, Salam Fayyad, blames failed leadership for the PA’s problems, but also accuses Israel - as usual.

Abbas’ Party to Seek Ties with Iran?

Senior Fatah leader wants closer ties with Iran.

Pope: Israel, PA Need to Make 'Courageous Decisions'

Pope Francis calls for Israel and PA to "resume negotiations" and "take courageous decisions".

Cheers, Jeers Greet Olmert at NY Speech

Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert was greeted with cheers and jeers when he spoke to a large crowd at the Jerusalem Post Conference Sunday

ADL Applauds UNESCO Compromise Avoiding Anti-Israel Resolutions

ADL expresses hope that UNESCO agreement will end PA "efforts to politicize international bodies."

Ofra Residents: IDF 'Forgot' Alternative Security Arrangements

Residents of Ofra continued to protest the removal of security fences around the town by the IDF

Abbas to Visit Turkey This Weekend

Palestinian Authority chairman Mahmud Abbas is scheduled to visit Turkey this weekend for talks with Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Peres: I Won't Run For President Again

President Shimon Peres does not plan to seek another term in office, he told Israeli media outlets Tuesday night

US, Canada Thank Fayyad, 'Strong Partner'

The US and Canada praise resigning Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Salam Fayyad for his role as a “strong partner” in state-building.

Western Leaders Disappointed Over Fayyad Resignation

Palestinian Authority Prime Minister has tendered his resignation, after criticism of him within the PA reached new highs

Kerry: Israel and Turkey Must Improve Ties

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is expected to try and encourage a warming of relations between Israel and Turkey

Report: Kerry Will Ask Turkey To Play Role in Israel-PA Peace

John Kerry will offer Turkey to play a role in the peace process between Israel and the PA, the Turkish daily Hurriyet reports.

Canadian FM Holds 'Positive' Talks With PA

Canadian Foreign Minister John Baird held what he termed "positive" talks on Saturday with Palestinian Authority leaders in Ramallah.

Financial Crisis? PA Continues to Pay Jailed Terrorists

The PA, despite complaining that it is suffering from a severe financial crisis, is continuing to pay to terrorists in Israeli prisons.