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News and updates about Mahmoud Abbas

Egypt, Jordan, PA leaders discuss Israel-Saudi normalization

Possible normalization between Israel and Saudi Arabia discussed in meeting between President Al-Sisi, King Abdullah II, and Abbas.

Egypt, Jordan, PA leaders discuss Israel-Saudi normalization

PA chairman dismisses multiple regional governors

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas has dismissed more than 10 regional governors from their positions on behalf of the Authority.

PA chairman dismisses multiple regional governors

What the PA is hiding

Anti-American and anti-British hate speech was omitted from the translation of Mahmoud Abbas's Cairo speech. Op-ed.

What the PA is hiding

Lebanese PM to Abbas:

'End the fighting in the Palestinian refugee camp'

Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati tells PA chairman the army may have to intervene in Ain Al-Hilweh camp near Sidon.

'End the fighting in the Palestinian refugee camp'

The day after

Crystal balls may be unreliable, but there are certain circumstances where the situation is so predetermined that a prognosis iy easy.Op-ed.

The day after

Erdogan:

'We continue to support the Palestinian cause'

Turkish President meets PA chairman Abbas, says Turkey is "deeply concerned about the violence of illegal settlers".

'We continue to support the Palestinian cause'

PA demands international pressure 'stop settlements, occupation'

Mahmoud Abbas' spokesman warns that continued settlements will put the entire region at a dangerous historical and strategic crossroads.

PA demands international pressure 'stop settlements, occupation'

The speech Abbas should have made in Jenin

The Palestinian Arab leadership never 'misses an opportunity to miss an opportunity', to quote Abba Eban. And that was said in 1973. Op-ed.

The speech Abbas should have made in Jenin

PA chairman in Jenin:

'We will continue the fight until we conquer Israel'

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas promises to restore the damage from the recent operation in Jenin, expresses support for the terrorists.

'We will continue the fight until we conquer Israel'

Following IDF operation:

PA chairman to make rare visit to Jenin

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas to visit Jenin amid the PA's loss of control and a week after IDF counterterrorism operation.

PA chairman to make rare visit to Jenin

Despite Israel's demands:

Palestinian Authority vows to continue paying terrorists

Mahmoud Abbas responded to Israel's offer to stop its disintegration, rejecting Netanyahu's threshold requirements for receiving aid.

Palestinian Authority vows to continue paying terrorists

Hamas and Jihad refuse to attend joint meeting with Abbas

Abbas invited the general secretaries of the Palestinian factions to hold an emergency meeting following IDF operation in Jenin.

Hamas and Jihad refuse to attend joint meeting with Abbas

Abbas ends all security coordination with Israel - again

Announcement follows launch of Jenin operation, follows previous suspension of cooperation in January.

Abbas ends all security coordination with Israel - again

In conversation with Abbas:

Putin affirms 'unwavering support for the Palestinian people'

PA chairman and Russian President discuss latest developments and ways to boost bilateral ties in phone call.

Putin affirms 'unwavering support for the Palestinian people'

Palestinian Authority official killed in car crash in Samaria

Qadri Abu Bakr, Palestinian Authority official in charge of prisoners' affairs, is killed in collision between two Arab vehicles.

Palestinian Authority official killed in car crash in Samaria

Pres. Herzog urges PA chief:

'Forceful, persistent, war against terror'

Israel's Pres. Herzog calls on Palestinian Authority chief to act to thwart terror, incitement.

'Forceful, persistent, war against terror'

Netanyahu: Eliminate aspiration for Palestinian state

Israel is preparing for the day after Mahmoud Abbas, PM Netanyahu says during closed meeting.

Netanyahu: Eliminate aspiration for Palestinian state

During Abbas visit:

China establishes 'strategic partnership' with PA

PA chairman welcomed with full military honors in Beijing, as China seeks to deepen its involvement in the Middle East.

China establishes 'strategic partnership' with PA

Lebanese report:

Deterioration in Mahmoud Abbas' condition

PA chairman reportedly unable to fulfill duties due to medical condition.

Deterioration in Mahmoud Abbas' condition

PA chairman to visit China after offer to mediate Israel talks

China announces Mahmoud Abbas will make a state visit to the country at the invitation of President Xi.

PA chairman to visit China after offer to mediate Israel talks

Abbas' spokesman:

'All Israeli occupation settlements are illegal'

PA blasts relocation of the Homesh Yeshiva, claims “that all Israeli settlements in Palestine are illegal.”

'All Israeli occupation settlements are illegal'

Op-Ed:

Not all inequalities are equal

Israel is not to blame for the Palestinian Arabs’ poor choices. Op-ed.

Not all inequalities are equal

Mahmoud Abbas:

'Attempts to undermine PLO will fail'

The PA chairman spoke at an event marking 59 years of the organization. 'The PLO the most important achievement in Palestinian politics.'

'Attempts to undermine PLO will fail'

Op-ed:

Abbas invokes the Canaanite canard at UN - a Dystopian Fiction

Whether Abbas identifies as Arab, Canaanite or flavor of the week, the title to Israel has long been resolved in favor of the Jews. Op-ed.

Abbas invokes the Canaanite canard at UN - a Dystopian Fiction

US Antisemitism envoy:

'Abbas speech comparing Israel to Goebels entirely unacceptable'

Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism Deborah Lipstadt slams PA chairman's speech at UN 'Nakba Day' event.

'Abbas speech comparing Israel to Goebels entirely unacceptable'

The shameful display that is Mahmoud Abbas and the UN

Not a two-state solution is on Abbas' agenda, but a no-Israel solution. Op-ed.

The shameful display that is Mahmoud Abbas and the UN

Abbas demands UN ban Israel

PA chairman claims on 'Nakba Day' that Israel's membership in the UN was contingent on fulfilling 1947,1949 resolutions.

Abbas demands UN ban Israel

Abbas' office to Smotrich:

'The Palestinians are the owners of this land'

Office of PA chairman condemns Smotrich's remarks that “there is no such thing as a Palestinian people.”

'The Palestinians are the owners of this land'

Op-Ed

Evasive, late, confused State Department report finally released

As is usual for the State Dept., the Palestinian Authority is whitewashed in the report and Israel is condemned. Op-ed.

Evasive, late, confused State Department report finally released

​​​​​​​More “sacrifices for peace"?

Harsh steps against terror, yes, yes, yes, and, taking out the garbage from the town of Huwara,Op-ed.

​​​​​​​More “sacrifices for peace"?

Washington’s failure to secure quiet in Judea and Samaria

Abbas’s reluctance to have the P.A. fight terrorism emphasizes the fact that his role as a possible peace partner expired long ago. Op-ed.

Washington’s failure to secure quiet in Judea and Samaria

PA chairman:

'State of Palestine will continue going to international courts'

Dozens of leaders and senior officials from Arab and Islamic countries gather in Cairo, criticize Israel.

'State of Palestine will continue going to international courts'

What Blinken refuses to see

Blinken's statements in Israel demonstrated how deeply blood libels have seeped into the Biden administration’s thinking about Israel.Op-ed.

What Blinken refuses to see

Will Palestinian Authority rein in 'time bomb' terrorists?

Will the PA, largely supported by Israel and the US, take control of the situation or allow an escalation of terror attacks?

Will Palestinian Authority rein in 'time bomb' terrorists?

Report:

Blinken pressed Abbas to accept security plan for Judea, Samaria

Biden administration has put together a plan that would allow PA security forces to regain control of Jenin and Shechem.

Blinken pressed Abbas to accept security plan for Judea, Samaria

Abbas to Blinken:

'We will not accept the continuation of the occupation forever'

PA chairman tells US Secretary of State that he expects Israel's "unilateral actions" to stop.

'We will not accept the continuation of the occupation forever'

Abbas to CIA chief:

'Urge Israeli occupation to stop its unilateral measures'

PA chairman meets CIA director William Burns, takes advantage of meeting to attack Israel.

'Urge Israeli occupation to stop its unilateral measures'

Military expert: Iran using Jenin to wage war against Israel

Hamas looking to recruit potential terrorists from Judea and Samaria as Iran using Jenin as a launching pad for attacks against Israel.

Military expert: Iran using Jenin to wage war against Israel

Abbas demands US open consulate to PA in Jerusalem

PA chairman meets US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan in Ramallah, begs Biden Admin. to take anti-Israel measures.

Abbas demands US open consulate to PA in Jerusalem

Congratulations to Mahmoud Abbas

The Palestinian Authority dictator is now in the 19th year of his four-year term.

Congratulations to Mahmoud Abbas

Report:

New sanctions spell trouble for PA

A source in the Palestinian Authority says that Abbas won't rush to send security forces to operate if the sanctions continue.

New sanctions spell trouble for PA

PA chairman:

'Israel's new government is extremist and racist'

Mahmoud Abbas in speech on Fatah's anniversary: There is no more just truth than the Palestinian narrative.

'Israel's new government is extremist and racist'

MK Danon:

'Abbas is using diplomatic terrorism against Israel'

MK Danny Danon says political-security cabinet should meet to decide on measures against Abbas following anti-Israel resolution.

'Abbas is using diplomatic terrorism against Israel'

Gantz speaks to PA chairman:

'Maintaining contacts is of paramount importance'

Defense Minister tells PA chairman that international moves against Israel will make it difficult in promoting a peace process.

'Maintaining contacts is of paramount importance'

Palestinian Authority:

Discussions regarding the day after Abbas

Senior officials in the Fatah movement appealed to Jordan and Egypt to help them maintain stability in the Palestinian Authority.

Discussions regarding the day after Abbas

Abbas 'successor' curses him in newly released recordings

Hamas-affiliated website releases recordings of PA chairman's top aide, Hussein Al-Sheikh, insulting him and other top leaders.

Abbas 'successor' curses him in newly released recordings

Israel should terminate the Oslo Accords

The PA has continually defaulted in its obligations, such as its responsibility to prevent hostile acts against Israel. Op-ed.:

Israel should terminate the Oslo Accords

Mahmoud Abbas' military wing:

'We opened fire on Jewish community'

The Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigade, the military wing of the Fatah movement, took responsibility for multiple shooting attacks over the weekend.

'We opened fire on Jewish community'

Abbas' military arm:

'We will persist in the fight against Israel'

Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades praises terrorists who confronted IDF soldiers at Joseph's Tomb.

'We will persist in the fight against Israel'

Abbas' spokesman:

'There will be no security and peace without Palestinian state'

PA chairman's official spokesman blasts Netanyahu for supporting the granting of autonomous powers to the PA, rather than a state.

'There will be no security and peace without Palestinian state'

PA poll:

72% support establishment of organizations such as 'Lions' Den'

Marwan Barghouti, who is serving life sentences over terror attacks, is widely popular as a possible replacement for Mahmoud Abbas.

72% support establishment of organizations such as 'Lions' Den'

PA chairman Abbas:

'I do not endorse armed resistance, for now'

PA chairman says in TV interview that he is a proponent of "peaceful resistance" but may change his mind at "any moment."

'I do not endorse armed resistance, for now'

PA chairman:

'Don't deal with new Israeli government'

Mahmoud Abbas: Don't deal with Israeli government that does not "recognize the principles of international legitimacy".

'Don't deal with new Israeli government'

Abbas incites and attacks:

'The colonial settlement is spreading like a cancer in our land'

PA chairman declares his intention to act on the international level to bring Israel to justice for its "crimes" against Palestinians.

'The colonial settlement is spreading like a cancer in our land'

Op-ed:

The face of the Palestinian war of succession

The more Jews the various terrorist factions, including the P.A., murder, the greater their chances of inheriting Mahmoud Abbas. Op-ed.

The face of the Palestinian war of succession

Abbas' spokesman:

'Ben Gvir led the settler attacks on residents of Hebron'

PA chairman's spokesman warns of "explosion" if extreme right-wing policies are implemented in a government with Smotrich and Ben Gvir.

'Ben Gvir led the settler attacks on residents of Hebron'

Mahmoud Abbas:

'Netanyahu doesn't want peace, but I have to deal with him'

PA chairman says he will have to deal with Netanyahu even though he believes Netanyahu is not interested in making peace.

'Netanyahu doesn't want peace, but I have to deal with him'

Israel's ambassador to UN:

'UN vote has nothing to do with make-up of Israel gov't'

PA chairman rejects all peace plans, favors unilateral action, explains Gilad Erdan

'UN vote has nothing to do with make-up of Israel gov't'

White House:

'Deeply disappointed that Abbas mistrusts Biden'

White House criticizes PA chairman's comment to Russian President that US can't mediate peace talks with Israel.

'Deeply disappointed that Abbas mistrusts Biden'

Abbas to Putin:

'We don't trust America to mediate conflict with Israel'

PA chairman tells Russian President he does not trust the US but is "completely satisfied" with Russia's position towards Palestinian Arabs.

'We don't trust America to mediate conflict with Israel'