Report: Abbas Terror Crackdown Meant to Assist Left in Election
Defense officials reportedly think the PA is arresting Hamas men to foil terror attacks that would help right wing at the polls Tuesday.
Defense officials reportedly think the PA is arresting Hamas men to foil terror attacks that would help right wing at the polls Tuesday.

Palestinian Authority chief says he's willing to return to the negotiating table; serious concerns over mounting PA debt.

Palestinian leadership rejected an internationally-drafted proposal for Gaza to come under PA's control, reports say Thursday.

Abbas tries to downplay 'chaos' after official stabbed numerous times outside mosque, blames Hamas of assassination attempt a la 2007 coup.

PA chairman tells European leaders he will stop security coordination with Israel if it continues to withhold the PA’s tax revenue.

Recognizing "Palestine" comes with responsibilities, says Swedish PM as he announces a multi-million-euro aid package for the PA.

In visit to Sweden which recognized 'Palestine,' Abbas dodges questions on solutions and Hamas terror, calls for talks amid ICC lawsuit.

FM Margot Wallstroem, Abbas to meet over PA-Israel issues; Israeli ambassador 'not happy' over Stockholm's embrace of 'Palestine.'

Abbas appoints Erekat to head group preparing documents to sue Israel for Gaza op, which Abbas's Fatah took part in committing war crimes.

Despite leading terror groups and being Hamas partner, Abbas reportedly to visit Petah Tikva, after Mrs. Abbas treated in Israel last June.

Less than a month after attending Paris rally, Abbas investigates 'terrible mistake': a comic showing Mohammed sowing love in world.

Stockholm personally invites Abbas to discuss 'peace process' and to offer assistance.

Arch-terrorists Raed Al-Karmi, Dalal Mughrabi glorified in PA-sponsored sports tournament in 'Palestine solidarity' event.

PA Chairman says “Israeli settlements and assaults” must be brought before the International Criminal Court.

ZOA President tells Arutz Sheva Obama's recent address was full of hypocrisy, and that Obama is propping up Fatah and Hamas terror regimes.

PA's terrorist unity partner in Gaza lauds stabbing, as Bennett joins MKs blaming Abbas.

Radical and controversial poet Natan Zach takes out ad in Haaretz blessing Abbas on his way to the ICC.

Abbas says Hamas seeking 'old dream of Islamic state,' claims Sisi told him Hamas and Israel agreed on Sinai state, which Sisi rejected.

During a meeting with American senators, President Reuven Rivlin calls on PA Chairman to renew peace talks.

PA would withdraw war crimes suit in ICC if Israel stops building 'settlements,' official says - and if not, halt security coordination.

After reactivating Hamas parliament, Hamas MP demands unity govt. hold promised elections, blames Abbas for Gaza's problems.

If talks resume with Israel in the coming weeks, PA chief Mahmoud Abbas won't file charges against Israel in the Hague, he said.

Abbas, head of PLO terror group, stood out at Paris rally with smile, provoking one blogger to create a hilarious set of pictures.

PA Chairman declares he plans to submit another UN Security Council resolution for statehood in the very near future.

Arch-terrorist who killed 37 civilians hailed as 'hero' by the PA, one day after Abbas attends anti-terror rally.

Top Hamas official Mahmoud a-Zahar slams PA chief Mahmoud Abbas for participating in the anti-terror rally in Paris.

The last who should have been invited to the million-plus rally in Paris Sunday, said Naftali Bennett, was PA chief Mahmoud Abbas.

PA Chairman to attend a mass national rally in Paris in memory of 17 victims of attacks. PM Netanyahu will attend as well.

PA condemns the terrorist on the Charlie Hebdo satirical magazine, says it is in contradiction of religion and morality."

Arab League officials to review 'Palestinian issues,' as follow-ups to PA's unilateral moves.

PA Chairman hoping new pro-PA Security Council members will pass resolution demanding an end to "the occupation".

Sunday's Cabinet meeting heats up with a discussion on the PA's decision to apply for the International Criminal Court.

PM sent message to Abbas through ISA head, that senior official's meetings with Abbas' rival Dahlan does not represent Israel's policy.

Acting speaker of the Palestinian parliament, says any signing of an international treaty must be approved by the entire parliament.

Erekat gives UN list of int'l treaties 'State of Palestine' signed onto in breach of Oslo Accords, says 'settlements' focus of ICC lawsuits.

Expert says prosecuting Israel at the ICC is Abbas's 'atomic bomb' - but could also land him in the dock, and lead to the PA's collapse.

Hamas allegedly calls Abbas's request to the ICC 'a step in the right direction' - despite its opposition to the UN draft resolution.

MKs and Ministers spit fire over PA ICC bid, condemn Abbas as defender of murderers.

'Even a deaf, blind, dumb judge knows' that the PA is 'the only one who commits war crimes here,' Liberman says.

Netanyahu responds to Abbas's ICC move by noting the PA's pact with Hamas, vulnerability to prosecution for war crimes.

Despite risks of being charged for war crimes itself, PA tries another desperate move against Israel after UN bid fails.

Following failed UN statehood bid, Palestinian Authority head Abbas to apply for ICC membership later today, sources say.

PA Christmas tradition of rewriting history continues as Jesus claimed as 'first Palestinian' by senior officials and Abbas.

Gov. of Indiana, Mike Pence, in Israel for Christmas vacation and business, declined PA Chairman's 'unsolicited' offer for meeting.

Analyst says Israelis and Palestinians alike would benefit if PA leader goes through with threat to disband.

Mahmoud Abbas threatens if UN Security Council resolution calling for Israeli withdrawal by 2017 fails the PA will cut all ties with Israel.

Abbas claims he doesn't incite terror, fights Israel diplomatically - then threatens terror and end of security co-op if 'hope' is lost.

Thousands take to the streets against 'traitor' Abbas, after crackdown on supporters of his rival Mohammed Dahlan and trial in absentia.

Abbas suggests that UN resolution is meant to force Israel to concede territory and then force millions of "Palestinian refugees" on it.

You decide: is there a difference in Abbas's condemnations when the victims are Australians or Jews?

Netanyahu slams PA resolution at UN demanding 2017 Israeli withdrawal, as Arab League urges US not to veto and 'ruin peace.'

Shurat Hadin head tells Arutz Sheva how Abbas, Mashaal and other leaders already under their sights, state is totally dropping the ball.

Al-Habash, PA Supreme Sharia Judge, says on TV 'Palestine will return to us,' all military and diplomatic options of 'resistance' are open.

PA postpones discussion on security coordination - again - after threatening to cease work with the IDF. Will it simply blow over?

PA Chairman supports Egypt's crackdown on tunnels linking Gaza to Sinai - a crackdown which includes an expulsion of Gazans.

PA 'foreign minister' Riyad Al-Maliki says Israel 'will pay' after former PA minister dies of heart attack and refuses IDF assistance.

Halting security coordination with Israel will only harm the PA, MKs say Wednesday.

After PA sharia judge says Abbas is inciting religious war, PA minister accuses Israel of 'destroying Al-Aqsa' in blatant incitement.

In an interview with an Egyptian newspaper, PA Chairman reiterates his support for "the right of return", rejects recognition of Israel.

Hamas leader blames Israel for terror, claims Netanyahu's refusal of PA ultimatums is cause of violence.
