Mahmoud Abbas

Report: Mahmoud Abbas to Step Down as PA Chairman

Resignation rumors resurface after Abbas assigns Saeb Erekat as Secretary General of the PLO Executive Committee.

Abbas to Visit Iran Within Two Months, Says PLO Official

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas is scheduled to pay a visit to Iran within the coming two months, according to PLO official Ahmed Majdalani.

Abbas: Israel Educates a Culture of Terror

In stark hypocrisy, PA head who has long incited for terror says Israel a 'collaborator' to arson attack if it doesn't catch culprits.

Tensions Rising Again Between Hamas and 'Authority of Traitors'

Tensions are rising again between terror group Hamas and the Palestinian Authority, which is controlled by rival group Fatah

Arab League Urges UN to Act Against Israeli 'Terrorist Crimes'

Arab League foreign ministers agree to call on the UN to protect Palestinian Arabs from Israeli "terrorist crimes".

Report: WJC President Met Abbas in Jordan

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas reportedly meets World Jewish Congress President Ronald Lauder in Amman to discuss peace.

Hamas: The PA is Helping the 'Settlers'

Hamas accuses PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas of collaborating with Israel and specifically the residents of Judea and Samaria.

Hamas Blames Abbas for Arson Attack

Hamas spokesperson places 'personal responsibility' on Abbas for lethal arson, claims it 'wouldn't happen' if Hamas controlled region.

Abbas to Sue Israel for Arson Attack at ICC

Even though identity of culprits remains unknown, Abbas loses no time preparing file for international court on 'war crimes.'

Hamas: Abbas is an 'Enemy of the Palestinian People'

Hamas official accuses PA chairman of being a dictator over his claims that Hamas won't implement unity agreement with Fatah.

Netanyahu to Abbas: The Citizens of Israel Want Peace

PM Netanyahu speaks to PA chairman to wish him a happy Eid al-Fitr which marks the end of Ramadan.

Erekat Named PLO Secy-Gen, May Replace Abbas

PLO chief negotiator takes top spot after Abbas, sparking speculation he may replace chairman whose termed ended in 2009.

Abbas: Israel is in Talks to Give Hamas a State in Gaza

PA head claims that Hamas and Israel have security coordination along the border, and that there are covert 'Hamastan' talks.

Abbas Recalls Ambassador Who Made Anti-Semitic Comments

PA chairman recalls ambassador to Chile who claimed that the Jewish people does not exist.

Peace Now Demands Abbas Fire Anti-Semitic Envoy

Americans for Peace Now order PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas dismiss PLO ambassador who claimed 'Jewish people doesn't exist.'

Abbas Accused of Deliberately Trying to Weaken Gaza

Where's the money? Chairman of Palestinian parliament's Audit Committee says Abbas not sending money to where it's needed.

Liberman Calls for 'War' Against 'Diplomatic Terrorist' Abbas

Responding to PA suit against Israel at ICC, ex-foreign minister argues there will be no chance of peace as long as Abbas is in power.

Abbas Rejects Israel's Ramadan Concessions

Internal Security Min. Gilad Erdan says PA chief wants Palestinians to suffer, using them as political pawns to attack Israel.

Abbas: 'No Place' for Hamas in New Government

PA chairman tells France's foreign minister that any new Palestinian unity government should not include Hamas.

Are Israel, Egypt and the Americans Seeking to Replace Abbas?

"Senior Palestinian sources" claim Israel, Egypt and the United States met recently to discuss a replacement for PA chairman.

Report: PA Unity PM Hands Resignation to Abbas

Hamdallah resigns; Hamas says Abbas making the move for fear of being rendered irrelevant by indirect Hamas-Israel talks.

Abbas Warns French UN Proposal Must Not Include 'Jewish State'

Abbas reveals France pushing proposal at UN, but he will only back it if all demands included, such as Arab capital in Jerusalem.

Should Jews Reclaim the Words "Palestine" and "Palestinian"?

Abbas Inaugurates 'Palestinian Embassy' in Serbia

PA chairman inaugurates a Palestinian embassy in Belgrade, in the presence of the Serbian President.

Qatar Backs Rajoub to Replace Abbas

Research on Arabic media reveals Qatar is taking a more active role in fomenting tension within Israel using an unusual weapon - soccer.

Abbas Calls for 'Review' of Agreements with Israel

PA chairman calls to “review” political, economic, and security agreements with Israel, claims Jewish state is violating them.

Netanyahu Reveals Abbas's Building Freeze 'Trick'

PM opens up about covert construction freeze, saying in secret meetings Abbas demanded continuation of the non-official 'gesture.'

Watch: Abbas Gives Cinema Bomber 'Military Star of Honor'

Failed female terrorist personally awarded by Abbas for 'pioneering role' in trying to blow up movie theater and murder civilians.

Abbas: 'Jordan and Palestine are One People in Two States'

Palestinian Authority leader makes statement likely to overjoy Israeli nationalists during meeting with Jordanian soccer head in Amman.

Pope: I Didn't Call Abbas 'Angel of Peace'

Pope Francis tells rabbi, Israeli reporter, that he only told Abbas that he could become an angel of peace in the future.

Livni Blasts Netantahu for 'Lying' about Peace Commitment

Former negotiator Tzipi Livni accuses Netanyahu of feigning desire for negotiations with Palestinians, says no one in gov't is interested.

PMW: PA Adopts 'One State Solution' as Official Policy

For PA chief Mahmoud Abbas, the idea of a “greater Palestine” - that would stretch from “the river to the sea” - is now an official policy.

Vatican Defends 'Angel of Peace' Remark to Mahmoud Abbas

Doublespeak? Vatican insists 'angel of peace' remarks 'encouraged' Abbas toward peace - but can't verify what Pope actually said.

Lost in translation?

Did the Pope Really Call Abbas an 'Angel of Peace'?

Lost in translation: AFP, AP accused of twisting Pope's words to attribute admiration to Abbas that really may not be there.

Pope Francis Meets with Abbas, Calls Him 'An Angel of Peace'

Pope Francis welcomed PA President Mahmoud Abbas to the Vatican today, calling him "an angel of peace."

Abbas Sets New Preconditions for Peace Talks

PA chairman demands terrorist release and "end of occupation" by 2017 as preconditions to restart peace talks.

Jimmy Carter and Abbas Call for Fatah-Hamas Elections

Pro-Hamas ex-president calls for joint Hamas-Fatah elections in Ramallah after canceling Gaza stop, in bid to save floundering 'unity.'

Abbas Negotiates Release of Swedish Missionaries from Al Qaeda

Sweden thanks Abbas for 'personally' negotiating the release of two Christian hostages captured by Nusra Front in Jordan.

Abbas Marks Israeli Memorial Day by Basking in Terror

Peace partner? Abbas honors terrorists as his PA and Fatah go on a binge of terror glorification just in time for Memorial Day.

Bombing Targets Abbas's Gaza Home

First in suspicious string of bombings targets Palestinian Cabinet HQ in Abbas's home; Hamas terrorist shot to death 'in an accident.'

PA Court Dismisses Case Against Abbas Arch-Rival

Palestinian court dismisses corruption case against exiled Gaza strongman Mohammad Dahlan.

Senior Hamas Official: Abbas Has No Legitimacy to Lead PA

In latest direct challenge, Mahmoud al-Zahar accuses Abbas of treachery for cooperating with IDF, as Hamas-Fatah tensions increase.

Abbas To Sign Accords With Putin in Moscow

Peace talks, economic investment and trade to highlight meeting between Abbas and Russian president in the Kremlin.

Report: Qatar Lends PA $100 Million

Reports Wednesday said that the Palestinian Authority has received a $100 million loan from Qatar.

Abbas Rejects Tax Payments, Demands 'All or Nothing'

Palestinian Authority chief Mahmoud Abbas said Sunday that the PA was rejecting Israel's offer of tax money collected on its behalf.

Min. Ariel: Abbas' Declaration 'Chutzpah'

After Mahmoud Abbas called on Israel to renew peace talks with him, Housing Minister had a few choice words for him..

Abbas: 'I Offer My Hand in Peace, Don't Cut It Off'

Palestinian Authority Chairman asks Israel to go back to the negotiating table, wants Arab states to intervene in Gaza.

Hamas Official Calls to Overthrow Abbas

Hamas encourages takeover of the PA, claims Israel sent reps to Gaza for ceasefire talks.

Abbas: We Will Take Case to ICC if Israel Deducts from Tax Funds

Israel must return tax money to the Palestinian Authority without deductions, Abbas says, otherwise PA will refuse to accept it.

Poll: Most Palestinian Arabs Support Violence Against Israel

74% of Palestinian Arabs support Hamas's terror tactics against Israel; survey also reveals Hamas-Fatah support split.

Unity partners?

Abbas Calls on Arab States to Attack Hamas

Abbas urges 'same policy' of Yemen airstrikes to be used by Arab League in 'Palestine,' after his adviser calls for 'iron' blow to Hamas.

Abbas Says He Doubts Israel Vow to Unfreeze Tax Funds

Palestinian Authority chief says he doesn't believe Israel will follow through on Netanyahu pledge to release tax monies.

Abbas Tells Arab MKs he Wants Labor in the Coalition

In meeting kept secret from press, PA head says he wants to see Israeli unity government to advance 'peace talks.'

Abbas Meets Delegation of MK Elects from Joint Arab List

PA chairman congratulates Joint Arab List for winning 13 seats in last week's Knesset elections.

PA Budget Crisis Has IDF on High Alert

PA grappling with financial crisis, cuts workers' pay 40%; to compensate, Israel lets an additional 10,000 workers into Israel.

Abbas: Two-State Solution Impossible with Netanyahu Government

After PM's victory, PA Chairman says it's impossible to achieve solution to conflict with a Netanyahu-led government.

PA Will Work With 'Any Israeli PM Committed to Two States'

Palestinian Authority reacts to Netanyahu victory, saying it 'expects' the new Israeli gov't 'to recognize the two-state solution.'

Abbas: We Have No Choice but 'Reexamine' Ties with Israel

PA chairman blasts Israel for withholding tax revenues, says the PA must reexamine ties with Israel.

Signs of Ceasefire Deal? Hamas Obligates to Maintain Truce

Days after leaked documents on five-year-ceasefire deal, Hamas official talks truces, slams PA for 'stealing' Gaza aid money.

Kerry and Abbas to Meet in Egypt

Secretary of State to meet PA chairman and Jordan's King to discuss the PA's economic crisis.