Mahmoud Abbas

Abbas to Submit 'Surprising' Proposal to Kerry

PA head says he will present a diplomatic solution next week which Washington will probably not like - but which he will insist on.

Abbas: Egypt Inviting Delegations Back for Talks

Egypt calls for ceasefire as PA pledges to participate in renewed talks 'as soon as a ceasefire goes into effect.'

Abbas and Mashaal Call on UN to 'End the Occupation'

PA and Hamas leaders urge the United Nations to draw up a "timetable" for “the Israeli occupation to end.”

Abbas and Mashaal Hold Second Day of Talks in Qatar

Palestinian Authority and Hamas leaders hold second meeting in as many days, as Hamas reportedly backtracks on talks rejection.

Abbas Reportedly Forces Mashaal to Return to Truce Talks

Sources say Abbas threatened Hamas with 'divorce' in heated Qatar meeting; Mashaal complies and calls for 'return to indirect talks.'

Hamas Refuses Future Truces Until Demands Are Met

'There won't be open negotiations with the Israeli enemy, and there won't be a deviation from our just demands,' official insists.

Meshaal, Abbas to Meet in Qatar Despite Hamas Coup Attempt

PA, Hamas leaders to meet in Doha over Gaza ceasefire, as questions remain over whether the unity government will last.

Abbas: Hamas Coup Has 'Implications' for the Palestinian People

PA Chairman says that Israel's exposure of a planned Hamas coup "is a real danger to the unity of the Palestinian people."

Norway and Egypt Gathering Funds to Rebuild Gaza

Norway to gather international donors in Cairo, transfer funds to Abbas in order to rebuild after Hamas's terror war.

'Peace partner'?

Abbas's Fatah Declares a Return to Terror Against Israel

Terror wing of 'moderate' Abbas's Fatah displays massive arsenal in Gaza video after taking part in Hamas war, vows to increase attacks.

And Now, Abbas's Daily Accuses US of Founding IS

Five articles in 6 weeks in PA's official newspaper blame US for establishing the Islamic State, to divide and control the Muslim world.

Abbas's Fatah Claims Murdering 11,000 Israelis

'Moderate' PA chairman's faction falsely inflates and boasts terrorist attacks, claims to have attacked Dimona nuclear reactor.

Egypt Reportedly Trying to Give Abbas Power in Gaza

Senior diplomatic source reveals Egypt trying to advance Abbas as the 'general Palestinian leader,' negate Hamas gains.

What is Going to Become of Gaza?

Abbas Declares Gaza a 'Humanitarian Disaster Area'

PA Chairman urges UN to adopt the necessary measures for declaring Gaza a disaster area.

PA to Send Delegation for Ceasefire Talks

Delegation to include Islamic Jihad, Hamas terrorists; is a cease-fire imminent?

Video: Abbas's Son Criticizes Obama, Compares Israel to Nazis

During a televised interview as he donated blood to "Gaza martyrs", PA Chairman's son verbally attacked Israel.

Abbas Threatens to Pursue Israel Over 'Gaza Crimes'

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas slams Israel, vows to make an effort to "stop the aggression on Gaza".

Hamas Inches Closer to Cease-Fire with Egypt Invitation

Khaled Mashaal invited to Cairo for cease-fire talks, expresses support as long as 'conditions' are met.

Report: Mashaal, Abbas to Discuss Truce in Gaza

PA, Hamas leaders to meet over possible truce. But will the meeting change Hamas's commitment to escalation?

Abbas, in Turkey, Urges Approval of Gaza Ceasefire

'Israel accepted the ceasefire proposal. We must also accept it so that we can put the Israeli side at unease.'

PA Joins International Effort for Israel-Hamas Ceasefire

Mahmoud Abbas to travel to Turkey Friday to push a ceasefire on Hamas; analysts say Egypt looks to PA to push Hamas into deal.

Abbas Asks for 'Protection for Palestine'

PA Chairman asks the UN to put “the state of Palestine” under "international protection" due to the violence in Gaza.

Abbas Says IDF Ground Operation 'in Hours'

Security Cabinet concludes meeting to discuss next steps in Operation Protective Edge. Netanyahu to give statement.

Abbas: Israel 'Committing Genocide' in Gaza

PA Chairman claims Israel is "defending settlements" when it strikes in Gaza.

Abbas Compares Teen's Murder to Auschwitz

Palestinian Authority chairman on Abu Khder's murder: 'Shall we mention Auschwitz again?'

Abbas's Fatah Declares it Shares 'One Goal' With Hamas

Abbas's faction reveals its full support for Hamas rocket terror war, saying the two groups and Islamic Jihad are 'brothers-in-arms.'

Abbas Says He'll Turn to International Community Against Israel

PA Chairman demands Tuesday night that Israel stop its aerial campaign in Gaza, threatens to turn to the international community.

Abbas and Sisi Discuss Situation in Gaza

Egyptian President promises PA Chairman that Cairo will continue efforts to broker a ceasefire.

Abbas's Fatah Threatens Israel: 'Prepare the Body Bags'

PA Chairman's faction threatens death against Israelis, saying it will 'turn settlements into balls of fire and increase your horror.'

Abbas Demands that Israel Stop Gaza Airstrikes

PA Chairman calls on Israel to stop its "escalation", fails to condemn rocket fire on Gaza.

Abbas Calls for UN to Investigate 'Settler Crimes'

PA Chairman calls on UN chief to form an international committee to investigate “crimes by Israeli settlers.”

Abbas Pleads with Hamas to Stop Rocket Fire

Mahmoud Abbas asks Khaled Meshaal 'not to give Israel an excuse' to launch a Gaza op.; Meshaal holds out for PA to end wage disputes.

Indyk: The Peace Process is Dead

Martin Indyk says there is a "deep loathing" between Netanyahu and Abbas, blames "settlement construction" for talks failing.

Abbas's Fatah Calls for Violent 'Revolution' in Jerusalem

Fatah online campaign to 'rise up' and 'demand blood' after Arab youth murdered, in what looks to be criminal, not 'revenge,' act.

Abbas Asked Egypt to Block an Israeli Gaza Operation

PA source tells Hamas paper that Abbas requested Egypt coordinate with other countries to stop Israeli military action in Gaza.

Abbas Blames Israel for Murder of Arab Youth

Despite police suspicion of Arab criminal motives, Abbas claims 'settler terror' behind abduction and murder of Arab youth.

Netanyahu Criticizes Arab Leaders for Not Condemning Kidnapping

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu warns Israeli Arab leaders that without condemning abduction, they cannot be part of Israeli society.

Herzog: Abbas Promised Help in Search for Teens

Labor head MK Yitzchak Herzog said that PA chief Mahmoud Abbas had personally promised that to help Israel find three missing teens.

Abbas: Free Terrorists and We'll Resume Talks

PA Chairman says he's willing to resume peace negotiations, but once again repeats his usual preconditions.

Netanyahu Demands Abbas Cancel Hamas Unity

With announcement of Hamas terrorists behind kidnapping, PM says Abbas needs to act fast.

Peres Tells Congress 'Arabs Are Not Enemies of Israel'

Peres receives Congressional Gold Medal; praises 'peace partner' Abbas, tells skeptics: 'believe me.'

President-Elect Rivlin 'Ready to Meet Abbas'

'We both realize that direct dialogue is the condition for our Middle East to be a safe place,' said Rivlin.

When You Sleep With a Dog, You Wake Up With Fleas

Netanyahu Warns of 'Catastrophic Pivot' on Iran's Nukes

At Jewish Media Summit Netanyahu warns of greatest challenge to world; Peres praises 'courageous' Abbas, 'best' Pope Francis.

Expert: Abbas is Only Paying Lip Service

Abbas "says what is expected of him to say" when he condemns Hamas, according to Middle East expert Dr. Mordechai Keidar.

PM Soon to Publish 'Unequivocal Proof' of Hamas's Abduction

Information on 'Brothers' Keeper' soon to be released to the media, Netanyahu says - and will put Abbas 'to the test.'

Abbas Lashes Out at Netanyahu Over Hamas Crackdown

Abbas claims 'no credible information' Hamas responsible for kidnapping, makes remarks like Zoabi's citing 'frustration.'

PA Foreign Minister: Abbas Will Prevent Third Intifada

The PA's foreign minister declares that as long as Mahmoud Abbas is in charge, there will be no violent Arab uprising.

Lapid Praises Abbas's 'Courageous' Comments on Kidnapping

Finance Minister says Abbas was brave for condemning the kidnapping of three Israelis, adds that Israel has to “break Hamas”.

Canadian FM Calls to Demilitarize Palestinian Authority, Gaza

John Baird calls on Abbas to take up the responsibility he claimed in forming unity government, control Gaza and return teens.

Abbas Backtracks on Hamas Criticism, Calls for Unity Elections

After saying Hamas kidnappers 'want to destroy PA,' Abbas changes position and tells unity PM to prepare for elections.

Abbas: Hope the Three Teens Are Found Alive

PA Chairman expresses hope that three kidnapped teenagers will be found alive, but also blasts Israel's operation in Judea and Samaria.

Fatah Justifies: 'Israel Only Understands Kidnappings'

Senior Fatah official justifies kidnappings day after Abbas speaks against them; Fatah activists announce they oppose Abbas.

Netanyahu: Abbas Will be Judged by Actions, Not Words

PMO dismisses PA Chairman's remarks on kidnapping, calls on him to prove he's serious by cancelling unity pact with Hamas.

Search for kidnapped teens: Day 6

Hamas Attacks 'Harmful' Abbas for Condemning Kidnappings

Hamas condemns Abbas for defending cooperation with IDF in rescue op. to find kidnapped teens as 'unity' starts to unravel.

Abbas Attacks Kidnappers - for Harming the Palestinian Authority

Speaking at Saudi Arabia meeting, Abbas says the kidnappers of three Israeli youths will be held accountable - for 'destroying' the PA.

Abbas Urged to Declare 'Jihad' Against the 'Zionists'

Hamas and Islamic Jihad condemn PA Chairman over the continued cooperation between Israeli and PA security forces.

Better late than never?

Four Days Later, Abbas Condemns Kidnapping

PA Chairman condemns kidnapping on one hand, lashes out at Israel on another, in belated statement on abducted teens.

Ben-Ari: Would Netanyahu Send His Wife to Gaza Hospital?

Former MK Michael Ben-Ari is disgusted by the fact that the wife of Mahmous Abbas is getting care at one Israel's top hospitals.