Palestinian Authority

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.

PA, UNRWA Pass the Hat Around at UNGA

The Palestinian Authority and UNRWA took advantage of the UN General Assembly to ask donor nations to cover budget shortfalls.

Mitchell to Meet Bibi, Abbas, Bibi

On the eve of Rosh Hashanah, PM Netanyahu meets with U.S. envoy Mitchell in a round of talks aimed at promoting more talks.

PA Woos Jerusalem Arabs

The PA is reaching out to Jerusalem Arabs with a string of gifts as it plans a conference on Jerusalem in Morocco.

New Arab Incitement: Israelis Train Snakes to Attack

Among the latest anti-Israel libels from the PA is a new accusation – Israelis wield attack snakes to harm innocent Arabs.

New American Poll: Support Israel, Blame Hamas

A majority of Americans support Israel and blame Hamas and the PA for the conflict and humanitarian crisis in Gaza, according to a new poll.

PA to 'Investigate' Organ Theft Libel

The Palestinian Authority is taking Swedish tabloid reports of IDF organ theft seriously, and has established a committee to look into the matter.

PA Anti-Israel Incitement Ignores American Demands

The Palestinian Authority ignores US demands to halt anti-Israel incitement. Kids on a PA TV program passed a quiz: Jaffa is PA’s biggest port.

First Israel-PA Meeting Under Netanyahu

The first senior-level meeting between Israel and the Palestinian Authority since PM Netanyahu took office took place on Wednesday.

PA: Ramadan Cash for Terror

While complaining of poverty and a lack of funds, the PA votes to spend over $250,000 as a Ramadan present for jailed terrorists.

PA Majority Rejects Fayyad's Plan

PA majority party Hamas rejects Salam Fayyad's plan for a PA state. UN, America approve of document.

Fayyad Plans PA State: Intl. Airport, Stronger Armed Forces

PA's Fayyad reveals his plans for a PA state, including an international airport and stronger armed forces. Fayyad: Israel is the only problem.

Bibi: Israel-PA Talks by October

PM Netanyahu says Israel will resume talks with the PA by October, PA negotiators accuse Bibi of “threatening two-state solution.”

Report: Israeli Forces Guarding Abbas, Fayyad

Unnamed military sources say Israeli armed forces are guarding senior PA officials. PA says report is a lie aimed at maligning Arab troops.

Arab MK: 'Clinton, Not Barak, Made Camp David Offers'

MK Ibraham Sarsur says Israel offered nothing at Camp David; and that Israel has more than its share of land and should give up Jerusalem.

Giving Congress a New Perspective

Israeli reporter David Bedein and activist Jeff Daube give U.S. Congressmen a new perspective on the Israel-PA relationship.

Congressmen Face Evidence of PA Incitement

Visiting U.S. congressmen praise Fayyad for fighting incitement, only to be faced with evidence that PA incitement continues as before.

Fatah Woes Continue as Elections Lead to Infighting

While the Fatah conference has officially ended, tension and bickering remains as ousted leaders protest election results.

Netanyahu Thanks Mubarak for Foiling Attack

Netanyahu thanked Mubarak Monday for Egypt's success in foiling a terrorist plot to kill Israel's ambassador.

Coastal Road Killer Returns, Calls to 'Restore Dignity'

Israel allows Coastal Road Massacre terrorist to enter Bethlehem, where he calls to “bring back the Fatah of the revolution.”

Fayyad Proclaims Jerusalem Capital of 'Palestine'

Palestinian Authority PM Salam Fayyad proclaims historic Jerusalem the capital of “Palestine.”