Mahmoud Abbas

Students Urge Gov't: Recognize Abbas's Role in Munich Massacre

Students pen letter to Ministry of Defense demanding official recognition of Abbas as 'Finance Minister for terror' in 1972 Games.

Abbas Presents 'Plan of Attack' for Palestinian State

Details of Abbas's speech to the Arab League reveal full-fledged scheme to bypass Oslo Accords and declare Palestinian state.

Abbas: We Will Never Recognize Israel as a Jewish State

In a meeting of Arab foreign ministers, Abbas again rejects recognition of Israel, says he will join international conventions and treaties.

Arab League Refuses to Recognize Israel as Jewish State

Categorical rejection of 'Jewish state law' from Arab League ahead of controversial vote; support for PA action against Israel in UN, ICC.

South African Jewry: 'Much Reassured' by Abbas

Leaders of two top Jewish organizations meet 'president' Abbas and give glowing reports, despite his support of terror.

Abbas Backs MKs Who Oppose Jewish State Law

"What does this bill mean for peace?" asks PA Chairman when referring to Jewish State Law.

South Africa: Israeli Construction 'Undermines' Peace

South African President Jacob Zuma slams 'settlement activities' Wednesday, as Abbas makes first official visit.

PA Warps Arab Terror Attacks to be 'Israeli Attacks'

Abbas's PA TV twists four recent attacks while whitewashing terrorism of 'martyrs,' presents synagogue massacre pics as of Arab victims.

Panicked PLO Warns 'Jewish State Law' Ends 'Two State Solution'

PLO says 'racist' law making Israel nation-state of Jewish people denies 'historical Palestine' and prepares for expulsion of Arabs.

Fatah MP: Abbas Condemned Massacre 'for Diplomacy'

'Those statements were made within a diplomatic context.... [he] is forced to speak this way to the world.'

Arab League to Hold 'Extraordinary Meeting' on Israel Tensions

Arab League to discuss violence in Jerusalem, Palestinian Authority bid for membership in UN agencies, in the presence of PA's Abbas.

Abbas in Fiery Speech: We Will Stay in Our Country

PA Chairman slams Israel's policies and reiterates his intent to go to the UN, but also declares he's against terrorist attacks.

What condemnation?

Abbas's PA and Fatah Celebrate 'Heroic' Jerusalem Attack

Abbas's adviser calls attack 'heroic operation,' Fatah welcomes it and 'escorts the martyrs to paradise' as the candy is passed out.

'We are with every action'

PA Clarifies: 'Abbas is Inciting for Religious War'

Abbas's adviser and PA supreme Sharia judge leaves no doubt of support for 'every action' of terrorists; 'yes, we are inciting them.'

Anger as Shin Bet Head Claims Abbas 'Isn't Inciting Terror'

MK Hotovely strikes back after security agency head claims Abbas 'isn't interested in terror,' Temple Mount visits caused attacks instead.

Mahmoud Abbas's Office Condemns Jerusalem Synagogue Attack

Statement from Palestinian Authority leader's office condemns 'killing of civilians on either side,' as Israeli leaders blame Abbas.

Har Nof Shooting 'Breaks Records for Depravity and Cruelty'

MKs react furiously to Tuesday morning's massacre in Jerusalem. Bennett: 'This is a declaration of war.'

Report: Kerry Threatens Abbas with Sanctions Over UN Bid

Sources tell London-based newspaper that Kerry has threatened PA with financial and political sanctions.

Hamas Official: Abbas is Thwarting Reconciliation

Hamas member Yahya Mousa says Fatah head Mahmoud Abbas is hurting unity efforts and should leave.

PM: 'It is Clear Israel is the Jewish National Homeland'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu hails Jewish State Law proposal, says 'balance' between Jewish, democratic values is 'obvious.'

Abbas Blames Israel for Tensions in Jerusalem

Speaking with Germany's Foreign Minister, PA Chairman blames the "escalation triggered by the Israeli government."

Kerry Meets Abbas in Jordan as Unrest Continues

PA chief hosts US Secretary of State in his Amman home; Islamists vow to reject new Temple Mount security measures.

US Jewish Groups Condemn Abbas for Incitement

Numerous US Jewish groups condemned Abbas for incitement. Also expressed concern for increasing tension and violence in Israel.

Kerry to Meet Abbas in Jordan - But Not Netanyahu

PA chief Mahmoud Abbas to meet US Secretary of State on Thursday in Jordanian capital to discuss ongoing violence.

Abbas' Holy War of Lies

Israeli Officials: Abbas Will Not Enter Gaza for Fear of Hamas

Despite international hopes Fatah will re-take power in Gaza after Op. Protective Edge, Israeli officials say 'Gaza is a trap for Abbas'.

Kerry Visits Jordan Amid Mounting Regional Tensions

US Secretary of State to meet with King Abdullah to discuss Jerusalem and regional issues. Meeting follows new Turkish criticism of Israel.

Barghouti Calls for More 'Armed Resistance' After Attacks

Jailed arch-terrorist Marwan Barghouti says budding third intifada 'is true to Yasser Arafat's legacy' after double stabbing Monday.

Abbas, Hamas in War of Words over Gaza Explosions

Hamas brands Mahmoud Abbas a liar, after PA head accuses Islamist group of carrying out bomb blasts targeting Fatah officials.

Liberman: Abbas is Just Like Arafat - But More Dangerous

Israeli foreign minister reacts to Abbas's speech at memorial service for Yasser Arafat in which he claimed Jews 'defiling' Temple Mount.

Mixed Messages: PA Denounces Violence but Praises Terrorists

Mixed messages to Palestinians? One of Abbas's advisors condemns violence while another praises murderous terrorists as heroes.

War Crimes Complaint Filed Against Abbas in ICC

Civil rights firm accuses PA of war crimes, using Abbas's Jordanian citizenship - and on evidence Fatah was involved in Gaza war.

Abbas Says Arafat's 'Shrine' Will Move to Jerusalem

Abbas speaks at memorial event to PLO arch-terrorist, says his grave will transplant to 'capital of Palestine' as soon as possible.

Abbas Affirms He is Moving Ahead with UN Resolution

PA Chairman announces resolution calling on Israel to "end the occupation" will be submitted this month.

Half of Arabs Say Jerusalem Clashes Mean War

Poll in eastern Jerusalem, Gaza, Judea and Samaria reveals 75% miss Arafat, 90% think Sweden set off recognition trend.

Netanyahu Assures EU: No Jewish Prayer on Temple Mount

Netanyahu meets EU foreign affairs chief, 'Jews pray at Western Wall, Muslims pray on Mount'; says 'Jerusalem is not a settlement.'

'Unity partners'?

Fatah Homes in Gaza Bombed Ahead of Arafat Rally

Senior Fatah members' homes were bombed overnight, leading unity PM Hamdallah to cancel visit; Hamas denies involvement.

ADL Condemns Jerusalem Attack, Calls on Abbas to Follow Suit

ADL issues statement condemning terror attack, calls on Mahmoud Abbas to 'unequivocally condemn this act of violence'.

Ya'alon Blames Abbas for Attack, 'Harming Sovereignty' in J'lem

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon fires at Abbas for 'inciting' terror, says he 'is not interested in coexistence with a Jewish state.'

Liberman Calls PA a 'Terrorocracy' in Wake of Attack

FM Avigdor Liberman urges international community to act against PA, blames Palestinian incitement for escalation in Jerusalem.

Abbas Warns Jews Against Visiting Temple Mount

PA Chairman says that Jewish presence on the Temple Mount is "a violation of Muslim feelings."

Livni Condemns Abbas Letter Praising Would-Be Assassin

'You can't on the one hand go round saying you condemn violence and on the other hand send letters encouraging it,' fires Justice Minister.

Netanyahu: It's Time That the World Condemn Abbas

Prime Minister Netanyahu condemns PA chairman who sent a letter of support to shooter of Yehuda Glick.

FM Liberman Calls on World's Nations to 'Purge' Abbas

Foreign Minister says PA chief's letter of support to family of Yehuda Glick's shooter shows he is 'a partner to murderers.'

Abbas to Kerry: Stop Israel's 'Escalation'

PA Chairman blames Israel for the ongoing tensions in Jerusalem, says it will cause more violence and extremism in the region.

Abbas's Fatah Calls for 'Day of Rage' Terrorism

While lauding terrorist who tried to assassinate Yehuda Glick, Abbas's faction urges more terrorism in Jerusalem on Friday.

Netanyahu Slams International 'Hypocrisy' over Glick Shooting

PM calls out world silence over Abbas's incitement; orders police reinforcements but says Temple Mount status-quo to remain

Abbas Says Closing Temple Mount 'A Declaration of War'

Hours after claiming PA 'not declaring an intifada', Abbas says security measures after J'lem shooting a 'declaration of war.'

Ya'alon Blames PA, Abbas for Glick Shooting

'When Abbas distributes lies, hate about the rights of Jews to their land and freedom of worship, the result is terrorism,' Ya'alon fires.

Abbas: 'We Are Not Calling for an Intifada'

'If we wanted an intifada, we would have called for one during Protective Edge,' PA Chairman says, in latest attempt to clean up his image.

Deja vu?

Abbas Calls for 'Jerusalem Intifada' - Just Like Arafat Did

PA TV gives Abbas call for Temple Mount terror heavy rotation, in uncanny similarity to Arafat's 2000 intifada calls.

Abbas Calls for UNSC Session Over Arab Rioting in Jerusalem

PA blames 'Israeli aggression' for constant Arab rioting in the capital - and has called for the UN to intervene.

Abbas to Obama: Stop 'Israeli Escalation' in Jerusalem

PA Chairman sends an urgent message to President Obama, asks him to intervene to end the tensions in Jerusalem.

ADL Calls on Abbas to Condemn Murder of Baby in Jerusalem

'It speaks volumes that Abbas has yet to take the opportunity to denounce this despicable act,' ADL says, four days after terror attack.

Abbas's Fatah Pledges 'Loyalty' to Jerusalem Terrorist

'Moderate' Fatah praises 'heroic' murderer of three-month-old, celebrating his 'wedding' to 72 virgins in paradise.

Senior Abbas Aid Lauds Jerusalem Terrorist as a 'Heroic Martyr'

Abdelrahman Shaludeh, who murdered a three-month-old girl in last night's attack, glorified and portrayed as victim in PA official's post.

PM: Mahmoud Abbas Incitement Responsible for Light Rail Attack

Prime Minister Netanyahu says incitement by Mahmoud Abbas responsible for Jerusalem violence, after attack kills baby girl.

Abbas Toughens PA Law Against Selling Property to Israelis

After recent Jewish real estate purchases in Jerusalem, Mahmoud Abbas adds hard labor to sentence for Arabs caught selling to Jews.

Abbas Calls Jews Visiting Temple Mount 'Herd of Cattle'

PA Chairman further derides Jews, less than 24 hours after calling to stop Jewish access to Temple Mount 'by all means.'

Liberman: Abbas 'Anti-Semite,' Inciting 'Religious War'

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman skewers Abbas over call to prevent Jews to ascend Temple Mount, says he is 'stirring incitement.'