Palestinian Authority

Israel: No Preconditions For Talks with PA

PM Netanyahu and his inner cabinet decided last night that Israel would not accept preconditions for talks with the Palestinian Authority.

PA Court Jails Hamas-Linked Gaza Journalist

A Hamas-linked journalist from Gaza has been jailed by a Palestinian Authority court in Hevron. He is not the first.

Barak: 'Difficult Decisions' Will Be Necessary

Defense Minister Ehud Barak met on Friday with UN Secretary General Ban ki-Moon. Barak said Israel hoped direct talks with the PA would begin soon.

Video: Where Massive Aid to PA Really Goes

A stark, hard-hitting video by FreeMiddleEast.com shows the world where its aid money to the PA really goes - and where it could be going.

PA Government Shakeup Planned Next Week

The Fatah-led Palestinian Authority is headed for a major shakeup next week. Prime Minister Salam Fayyad will allegedly form a new government.

Hizb Ut-Tahrir Extremists Clash with Hamas, PA

The pan-Islamist Hizb Ut-Tahrir group, committed to a worldwide Islamic Caliphate, clashes with Hamas in Gaza.

Abbas: Return to Direct Talks If Mitchell Makes Progress

If proximity talks go well, the Palestinian Authority may return to direct negotiations, according to PA Chairman and Fatah leader Mahmoud Abbas.

PMW: PA Students Turn Israel into 'Palestine'

Another clue as to the PA's true stance came in a TV program, when a student discussed the size of 'Palestine,' denying Israel's existence entirely

Report: Obama-PA ‘Understanding’ on Freeze Continuation

Obama administration has reportedly reached an "understanding" with the PA that Jewish construction will continue to be frozen - even in Jerusalem.

PA Poll: Majority Oppose 'Proximity Talks', Support Fayyad

The majority of PA Arabs in a recent survey opposed “proximity talks” with Israel, and supported a unilateral declaration of a new country in 2011.

Abbas the "Peacemaker" Hints at Intifada

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas hinted on Monday that a third intifada might be in the making while meeting with US Mideast envoy George Mitchell.

Hamas Furious over Negotiations Go-Ahead

Hamas speaker angered by Arab League go-ahead for mediated negotiations, warns Fatah against “illegitimate” talks.

Arab League Approves US-Brokered PA-Israel Talks; PM is Pleased

The Arab League has approved "indirect negotiations" between the PA and Israel. The US will broker. Prime Minister Netanyahu praised the decision.

Fatah Leaders Praise Mass Murderer

A Fatah conference in Ramallah included words of praise for terrorists, including the one who murdered 35 Israelis.

Elkin: PA's Outcry on Heritage Sites Proves Our Claim

The PA's anger over the inclusion of Judean sites as part of Israel's heritage proves that MKs were right to fight for it, says Likud's Elkin.

Video: PA Mother Calls to Sacrifice Children as Martyrs

The Palestinian Authority continues to incite against Israel, this time promoting a mother who calls on women to “sacrifice child for Palestine.”

PA: We Foiled Rocket Attack on Tel Aviv

Palestinian Authority troops say they found a rocket almost ready to launch in an Arab village east of Tel Aviv.

MK, Activists in Jericho Synagogue Drama

An MK and several activists circumvent the IDF to enter Jericho in dramatic protest for a Jewish presence. They said they were removed "violently."

PA Police Destroy Stolen Israeli Cars

Palestinian Authority police destroyed hundreds of stolen Israeli cars after finding them last week, rather than return them to their owners.

'J Street' Middle East Junket for 5 Congress Members

“J Street” is sponsoring a tour for five members of Congress this week in Israel, the Palestinian Authority and Jordan.

PA in Turmoil over Sex-Corruption Scandal

The plot thickens: Abbas suspends chief of staff, suspected in sex scandal. He in turn says he is the victim of an Israeli plot.

Fayyad's PA: Funding Terrorist Families

PA Prime Minister Salam Fayyad has authorized a slew of benefits to support the families of terrorists killed or injured in attacks on Israelis.

PM's Office: J'lem to Remain Undivided, No PA Offices to Open

The US government is pressuring Israel to let the PA re-establish an official foothold in Jerusalem. PMO spokesman Mark Regev says it won't happen.

New PA Private Equity Fund to Help PA Independence

Two private Arab investment firms are planning to lay the groundwork to help fund the PA's declaration of independence in two years.

PA Kids Taught to Die in Battle Against Israel

Hamas television is once again promoting death and martyrdom in battle against Israel as a life's goal for children in the Palestinian Authority.

'Z Street' Crosses J Street-Hillel University Campaign

The Hillel Jewish student group at the U Penn campus will become the launching pad for a new campaign by the heavily pro-PA 'J Street' next

Arab Fired for Spreading Anti-Israel Disinformation At Work

Three Arab employees of Israeli institutions revealed that they use their positions to slam Israel, against their employers' knowledge.

PA Working to Harm Yesha Economy

The American-backed Fatah leadership is trying to ban Jewish products from Judea and Samaria.

Snipers Aim as Egyptians Build Gaza's Iron Curtain

4th Time: Gaza terrorists attacked Egyptians building an underground “Iron Curtain” that would block weapons and drug smuggling into Gaza.

Olmert Offered Gaza Expansion for PA State

Former Prime Minister Ehud Gaza recommended expanding Gaza, offered to give to PA area around Yatir Forest, area around Beit She'an and more.

Google Defines Samaria as 'Palestinian Territory'

A resident of the Samarian community of Eli finds that the Google search engine believes Jews in Judea and Samaria live in Palestinian territory.

Australian Police Quell Violent Anti-Israel Riots

Violent pro-Arab riots were met by mounted police and pepper spray in Australia as an Israeli delegation met with Australian leaders in Melbourne.

Likud MK: Freeze 'Completely Opposes' Party Platform

Likud MK Danny Danon says he will fight to overturn the prime minister's decision to freeze construction in Judea and Samaria.

US: Lukewarm Praise for Building Freeze

U.S. officials responded almost immediately to the freeze announcement with brief statements offering lukewarm praise for the decision.

Jordanian King to US Jews: Support PA State, 2002 Saudi Plan

Jordan's King Abdullah II met with American Jewish leaders Tuesday, urging them to help pressure Israel to accept the 2002 Saudi Peace Plan.

PA Features Children's' Hate Speech at Arafat Memorial

Arab children are being programmed by the Palestinian Authority to hate Jews and Israel, as seen at a recent memorial for PLO chief Yasser Arafat.

Peace House Trial – in PA Court?

Hevron Arab attorneys demand to move trial over Peace House to PA court.

State Dept: US Goal to Expel Jews in 'Occupied' Post-67 Lands

A top State Department official says the US wants Israel to expel Jews from Judea and Samaria and 'end the occupation that began in 1967.'

Israel-Jordan Joint Earthquake Drill Held Despite Friction

A joint Israel-Jordan earthquake drill was held Monday despite continued friction over Arab riots on the Temple Mount and the status of Jerusalem.

Netanyahu Leaves White House with No Comment

US President Barack Obama promised Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu a "strong commitment to Israel's security" but little else in talks Monday.

Prime Minister Urges Abbas to Restart Talks

Netanyahu calls on Abbas to resume talks “for the benefit of everyone in the Middle East,” but sticks to his stance on construction, citizenship.

Yishai: A Palestinian State Already Exists

Minister Eli Yishai of Shas says there is no escaping a PA-led Arab state in Judea and Samaria.

Abbas Confirms Resignation Rumor, Slams Israel

PA Chairman Abbas confirms that he won't run again, uses speech to criticize Israel, Hamas.

Abbas to Bow Out of PA Leadership

Senior Fatah officials say PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas is expected to announce his imminent retirement.

Poll: Israelis Negative on ‘Diplomatic Process’

Poll: PA “peace plan” is naïve and dubious. The PA is not a peace partner and Israel should not allow international forces to defend its borde

Clinton's About-Face: Israeli Offer 'Falls Short'

After praising Israel's “unprecedented” move to freeze Jewish growth, Clinton tells Arab ministers that the step “falls short.”

Arab Incitement: Jew Attempted Rifle Massacre on Temple Mount

Jerusalem police say an unarmed, mentally ill man tried to reach the Temple Mount. Arab media said he was a “settler” trying to massacre Arabs.

Jerusalem Official: PA has De Facto Control Parts of Capital

Who rules eastern Jerusalem? Netanyahu insists capital is undivided but a Jerusalem official says the PA already has partial de facto control.

Abbas Threatens to Quit, Obama Steps In

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas tells U.S. President Obama he plans to quit, blames Israel. Netanyahu: "We're ready to talk."

Fatah-Led PA Admits It Tortures Prisoners

The PA led by Fatah chairman Mahmoud Abbas admits its forces, funded by overseas donations and taxes collected by Israel, torture prisoners.

Expert: Why Abbas Hasn't Offered Peace

Dr. Hillel Frisch talks about the split between Fatah and Hamas, and explains why Abbas has not taken the lead in offering peace.

Abbas Slams Hamas, but Seeks Reconciliation

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas publicly criticizes Hamas, but releases Hamas terrorists from jail in an apparent effort to obtain reconciliation.

Israeli Forces Reveal Abu Dis Weapons Lab

Released for publication: Israeli forces found a terrorist weapons lab near Jerusalem in mid-September.

Spain to Back Obama on Israel-PA Talks

Spanish PM Zapatero pushes for greater involvement in Israel-PA talks, says he'll back Obama's policies.

Goldstone Effect: PA in Turmoil over UN Delay

The Goldstone Report has led to political turmoil in the PA as Abbas first delays, then pushes a UN meeting on the subject.

Study: PA Double-Dealing against Israel and US Congress

A study by a Boston-based think tank shows that America's military aid to the Palestinian Authority presents a clear threat to Israel's security.

Could Israel Face 'Third Intifada'?

MK Moshe Matalon warns that Israel may be facing a “third Intifada,” calls for heavy-handed action to remove threat.

As Israel Seeks to Quell Riots, PA Tells Muslims to Fight

As Israel seeks to quell Muslim riots in Jerusalem, the Palestinian Authority tells Jerusalem Arabs to keep fighting.

Teen Terrorists Preferred Jail to Home

Teen terrorists scheduled to be released Friday preferred prison to home. Also slated for freedom: Gaza's “Terrorist Grandma.”

Danon: Obama, Come Visit Israel

Likud MK Danny Danon calls on US President Obama to visit Israel during a US tour, tells American lawmakers that pressure on Israel is useless.