Mahmoud Abbas

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.

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.

Mahmoud Abbas urges Arab Americans to engage with AIPAC

‘We must speak to the Zionist lobby.’ Palestinian Authority chairman calls for dialogue with pro-Israel lobby group AIPAC.

PA Chair. Abbas wishes President Herzog a happy new year

Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas calls President Isaac Herzog to wish him a happy new year on the occasion of Rosh HaShanah

Erdan blasts Abbas:

'His time has passed'

Israel’s Ambassador to the UN vows to block the PA's unilateral move to become a full member of the UN.

AJC praises Lapid’s call for two states, slams PA response

American Jewish Committee describes Abbas's response to Lapid's UN speech as 'hostile rhetoric that prevents dialogue.'

Abbas at the UN:

'Israel is no longer a reliable peace partner'

PA chairman attacks Israel at UN General Assembly, claims it is deliberately impeding progress toward a two-state solution.

Meretz chief:

Israel needs to see Mahmoud Abbas as a political partner

Zehava Galon calls on PM Lapid to end 'occupation,' meet Palestinian Authority chief Mahmoud Abbas in New York.

Chancellor Scholz’s moment of silence

Scholz stood passively and silently at his side while Abbas smeared the Jewish State, this time in Berlin, heart of a “new Germany.” Op-ed.

Lapid slams Mahmoud Abbas over '50 Holocausts' claim

'This is a new low, a total lack of respect,' Israeli Prime Minister says

Mahmoud Abbas’ Holocaust inversion

A vile ideological tactic to malign Israel and Jews by suggesting that they have descended to the level of their murderers. Op-ed.

Will Mahmoud Abbas face charges for Holocaust relativization?

Berlin police are investigating whether charges can be filed against Abbas for Israel ‘Holocausts’ comment.

Erdogan:

'We still support the Palestinian cause'

Turkish President to PA chairman: The steps taken in our relations with Israel will in no way reduce our support for the Palestinian cause.

Hamas, Islamic Jihad condemn German investigation of Abbas

Hamas and Islamic Jihad condemn Germany’s investigation over Abbas' claim that Israel committed "50 holocausts" against Palestinians.

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Abbas adviser defends his '50 holocausts' comment

Mahmoud Al-Habbash, adviser to PA chairman, claims that Israeli leaders Abbas because he is defending his people.

German police investigating Mahmoud Abbas for Holocaust denial

Berlin police open investigation against Palestinian Authority chief Mahmoud Abbas, following claim that Israel perpetrated 'holocausts.'

Mahmoud Abbas highlights a German problem

The country’s rejection of anti-Semitism largely consists of official rhetoric, not condemnation and uncompromising action. Op-ed..

Former Yamina MK won't rule out meeting with Mahmoud Abbas

'I trust that when Defense Min. Gantz decides to meet someone, security is his top priority,' former min. Matan Kahana says.

Lapid to Zehava Galon:

'I intend to reach an agreement with Abbas'

Likud in response: The cat is out of the bag - Lapid and Gantz are promoting dangerous concessions to Holocaust denier Mahmoud Abbas.

Dr. Mordechai Kedar:

'Abbas is getting old and says what he thinks'

Dr. Kedar: 'Abu Mazen' condemns terrorism with words and finances terrorism with actions. But even his condemnations not so clear now.

Conference of Presidents:

'Abbas showed his antisemitism in Holocaust comments'

Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations leaders condemn PA leader for accusing Israel of '50 Holocausts' in Berlin.

Netanyahu: Lapid, stop flattering Abbas

Former PM accuses current PM of boycotting Likud but not PA leader who accused Israel of committing '50 Holocausts' in Berlin.

Gantz:

I will continue meeting with Abbas, countless lives were saved

Defense Minister faces criticism for meetings he held with PA leader, whose antisemitic comments have caused a worldwide uproar.

'I'm not a Holocaust denier, Israel is massacring Palestinians'

Palestinian Authority chief clarifies Holocaust statements: 'I'm not a Holocaust denier, but Israel is massacring Palestinians.'

Politicians from both sides of aisle call out Abbas antisemitism

Netanyahu, Bennett and Gantz are among those to take to social media to call out PA chairman's comments on Holocaust.

EU official: 'Holocaust distortion is dangerous'

'The Holocaust is an indelible stain on European history,' EU Commission VP Margaritis Schinas says.

Yad Vashem chairman:

'Abbas' despicable words in Berlin are appalling'

Yad Vashem chairman Dani Dayan calls on German government to respond to PA chairman's accusation that Israel committed "holocausts".

German ambassador to Israel:

'Abbas' statement is wrong and unacceptable'

Germany’s ambassador to Israel condemns PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas who accused Israel of committing “holocausts”.

Lapid blasts Abbas:

'History will never forgive him'

Prime Minister Lapid blasts PA chairman after he accused Israel of committing “holocausts” against Palestinian Arabs.

In Berlin:

Abbas: Israel committed 'holocausts' against the Palestinians

German Chancellor Scholz responds: 'Especially for us Germans, any relativization of the Holocaust is unbearable and unacceptable.'

Who will succeed Mahmoud Abbas?

The wily Chairman of the Palestinian Authority is 86 years old, making the question extremely relevant. Op-ed.

Abbas sends condolences to families of eliminated terrorists

PA chairman calls families of the terrorists who were eliminated in IDF operation in Shechem.

New diplomatic threat:

PA to seek full membership in the United Nations

PA appeals to Security Council members, asks to promote move in which "Palestine" will receive recognition as full member of the UN.

Abbas pays condolence call to families of eliminated terrorists

PA chairman calls parents of eliminated terrorists to mourn the death of their sons who attacked IDF soldiers.

Hamas-affiliated lawmaker shot near Shechem

Abbas orders investigation into shooting of Hamas lawmaker. Incident believed to be related to Hamas-Fatah tensions.

Macron calls for resumption of Israel-PA talks

In meeting with PA chairman, French President calls for resumption of talks that will result in a “just and lasting peace”.

Why Mahmoud Abbas will never live to see "Two States"

Biden and Abbas can talk about a Two-State Solution until their faces turn blue. So can some Israeli politicians.It will never happen.Op-ed.

Gesture to Biden? Lapid to bolster PA economy

Lapid has made moves that Israel has avoided for over a decade - mainly, re-opening cooperation with the PA.

Abbas thanks Saudi leaders for backing two-state solution

PA chairman writes Saudi King and Crown Prince, thanks them for backing Palestinian cause during summit with Biden.

Danny Danon to INN:

'Lapid seeks meeting with Abbas, he has no mandate to do so'

Chairman of World Likud claims Lapid is making gestures to the PA in order to be photographed with Abbas before the election.

Biden in Bethlehem: Palestinians deserve a state of their own

Visiting Bethlehem, US Pres. Biden gives statement following meeting with Palestinian Authority chief Mahmoud Abbas.

Abbas to meet Macron in Paris

PA chairman set to discuss peace process and PA elections with French President during July 20 meeting.

Biden visit:

US, PA at odds over wording at Biden-Abbas press conference

Debate over US pledge to open PA consulate in Jerusalem & remove the PLO from the terrorist list.

Lapid, Herzog speak with PA chief ahead of Biden visit

Israel's president discusses Joe Biden's upcoming trip to Israel with Palestinian Authority chief.

Defense Minister Gantz meets Abbas in Ramallah

Defense Minister Benny Gantz meets with Chairman of the Palestinian Authority Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah.

Watch: Abbas, Hamas chief Haniyeh meet in Algeria

A diplomatic breakthrough may be close at hand as the long-time rivals met for the first time in nearly six years.

Op-ed:

The sheer audacity of Mahmoud Abbas

Peace cannot be on the agenda until this antisemite is gone, and if we value peace, we must not accept the bigotry of any Arab leader Op-ed.

PA chairman threatens legal action against Israel

PA chairman visits Cyprus, says he's ready to join any peace initiative based on international legitimacy.

PA upset with Biden - 'Nothing he can do to please them'

Former ambassador to the US Danny Ayalon says Biden is in a no-win situation.

Abbas meets visiting senior US diplomats

PA chairman asks visiting US officials to remove PLO from terror list, reopen US consulate in Jerusalem.

PA coup?

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas faces mutiny in the ranks

Senior Fatah leaders furious after Abbas positions relative to succeed him at the helm.

PA to cut ties with Israel?

Report: Abbas considering halting cooperation with Israel

The PA chief is said to be frustrated with the lack of progress towards a Palestinian state.

Blinken speaks to Abbas:

'Important to conclude probe into Al Jazeera journalist's death'

Conversation comes hours after US said it remains "committed to opening a Palestinian consulate in Jerusalem."

Op-ed:

Will the US revoke Mahmoud Abbas' visa?

How iis it that the PA chariman who calls for the death penalty for anyone selling property to Jews is welcome in the USA? Op-ed.

Abbas spokesman:

'East Jerusalem will remain the eternal capital of Palestine'

PA chairman's spokesman rejects remarks of Bennett who said that "Jerusalem is a unified city."

Meretz minister:

Senior govt officials meeting with PA counterparts

"Mahmoud Abbas is the best partner we ever had, we'll regret it if we don't make progress."

PA chairman vows:

'We will continue to pay allowances to families of martyrs'

On "Nakba Day", Mahmoud Abbas says he is committed "to the rights of the families of the martyrs and prisoners."

Abbas: Al Jazeera journalist a 'martyr for Jerusalem'

PA chairman at funeral of journalist accuses Israel of murder, vows to never have any joint investigation.

Mahmoud Abbas:

'Harming of Al-Aqsa caused tension and instability'

PA chairman condemns Elad attack, says "killing of Palestinian and Israeli civilians will lead to further deterioration."

US Official:

Biden pushing for meeting with Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah

American official tells Israel National News that Biden administration working to arrange Ramallah meeting during Biden's upcoming trip.