Mahmoud Abbas

Report: Abbas' Wife Convalescing in Top Tel Aviv Hospital

Israeli media reports said that the wife of Palestinian Authority chief Mahmoud Abbas was recovering from an operation - in Tel Aviv.

Netanyahu Hits Back at Hamas, PA Denial of Kidnap Responsibility

PM dismisses Hamas denial of responsibility for kidnap, vows to do 'whatever necessary' to protect Israel from the 'scourge of terrorism'.

Report: PA Police Hunt Two Hamas Terrorists Over Kidnapping

PA allegedly searching for suspects in connection with missing yeshiva boys - despite sitting in same 'unity government' as Hamas.

Sick: Fatah Posts Cartoon Mocking Kidnapped Teens as 'Rats'

Facebook page of Palestinian Authority Chief Mahmoud Abbas's party posts cartoon portraying abducted Israeli students as rats.

Hamas, Fatah Encourage Hevron Locals to Impede IDF Search

Fatah Hamas activists encourage Palestinians to cover up evidence of the boys' whereabouts - so Israel tries to get terrorists talking.

Abbas Says PA Will Assist Israel in Search for Missing Students

PA Chairman reacts to disappearance of three yeshiva students, says the PA will assist Israel in the search.

Ignoring Threats of Impeachment, Livni Meets with PA Officials

PA sources say Justice Minister has not only met with 'unity' government representatives this week, but has continued contact.

Unity Pact 'Peaceful'? Recent Fatah Film Glorifies Terrorism

Fatah video from its military wing celebrates terror attacks past and present, highlights that Abbas's faction includes terror group.

PLO UK Ambassador Opposes Abbas's Position

PLO envoy differs with Abbas, calls for recognition of Jewish state, limited 'right of return,' and 'settlement blocs' annexed by Israel.

Erekat: Abbas a 'Coward' for Not Standing Up for 'Palestine'

Saeb Erekat and Mahmoud Abbas are at it again, with the former slamming the latter over his 'cowardice' in the face of Israel and the US.

U.S.: There's Not Much Abbas Can Do About Rocket Attacks

State Department condemns rocket fire from Gaza, but says Abbas cannot do much to stop the attacks despite pact with Hamas.

Erekat 'Furious' After Abbas Won't Accuse Israel of 'War Crimes'

Former PA negotiator lashes out at Abbas after PA Chairman rejects vote to take Israel to the Hague, says PA is Abbas's 'personal property.'

Rocket Fire 'Hurts Unity Pact,' Abbas Laments

PA condemns rocket fire - not as threat to 'Palestinian principles' or 'humanitarian ethics' - but to political stability.

Hamas Reveals: Abbas Told Us He is 'Tricking the Americans'

Former Hamas government spokesman reveals Abbas privately said his moderate public statements are merely a ploy.

Pope Francis to Host Peres and Abbas on Sunday

Pope Francis will host a symbolic peace prayer meeting with President Peres and PA Chairman Abbas.

Vatican Defends Controversial 'Joint Prayer'

Ahead of Sunday's 'prayer session' between Abbas, Peres, Vatican insists that the meeting will not be political.

Incitement

Mahmoud Abbas Says Jews Are 'Destroying Al-Aqsa'

Israeli 'invaders' and archeologists are 'destroying' the Al Aqsa Mosque, Mahmoud Abbas said in an incitement-rich speech.

Israel Revokes Travel Privileges for Top PA Officials

Israel bars unity government 'ministers' traveling between PA and Gaza, in latest sanction on terror-backed regime, mulls cutting transfers.

Netanyahu Slams Unity Gov't, Says 'Abbas said 'Yes' to Terror'

Official Israeli response rejects negotiating with terrorists; Cabinet debating imposing more sanctions on the PA after unity declaration.

No 'Immediate' US Support for Hamas Unity Government

Kerry 'expresses concern' on phone with Abbas, ahead of Monday swearing in of unity government with terrorist group Hamas.

Report: Kerry and Abbas to Meet in Jordan

Jordanian newspaper claims Secretary of State will meet PA Chairman during a two-day visit to Jordan.

Netanyahu Warns World Governments Away from 'Unity' Pact

PM calls on 'responsible elements within the international community not to recognize Palestinian government' over Hamas involvement.

Abbas: Israel is Threatening Us, but We'll Respond

PA Chairman says Israel threatened to cut ties with the PA over the unity government with Hamas, but says "we will have a response."

Date Set for Pope, Peres, Abbas 'Prayer for Peace'

The threesome will hold the 'prayer' in Vatican on June 8 says pope, stressing 'it's not a mediation, it's prayer without discussions.'

Abbas Names Unity Government Prime Minister

PM of PA gov. named as head of unity gov., but formation of government held up over Hamas rejection of foreign minister appointment.

Livni 'Out of Control' and Must be Stopped, MK Says

MK Danny Danon told Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu that he had to restrain 'out of control' Justice Minister Tzipi Livni.

Vatican Denies Papal Visit Has Political Agenda

Pope had 'no political agenda,' the Vatican claims - despite numerous references to 'State of Palestine' and prayer at security fence.

Peres to Join Abbas for 'Prayer for Peace' at the Vatican

Israeli president accepts Pope's invitation for a 'joint prayer for peace' on 6 June.

Report: Kerry Rejected Abbas Offer for New Talks

US Secretary of State 'categorically refused' a proposal to resume peace talks if Israel agreed to 3-month housing halt.

Abbas Accuses Israel of 'Judaizing' Jerusalem in Papal Meeting

'Religious, not political' visit takes decidedly political turn Sunday, after PA accuses Israel of 'judaization' and Pope calls PA a state.

Steinitz: Netanyahu Went Easy on Livni

Minister Steinitz says Livni broke the rules by meeting Abbas, but Netanyahu had gone easy on her.

Poll Finds Arch-Terrorist Favored for Unity President

Arab poll in Judea, Samaria and Gaza finds jailed Marwan Barghouti would defeat all contenders; Fatah leads Hamas in support.

Netanyahu Was 'This Close' to Dumping Livni Over Abbas Meeting

The Justice Minister got a last minute reprieve after she angered the Prime Minister by meeting with PA chief Mahmoud Abbas.

Abbas's Rival Sentenced to 2 Years in Prison

Mohammed Dahlan sentenced in absentia to two years in prison, vows to run against Abbas nevertheless.

EU Ambassador Bashes BDS - but Defends 'Policy on Settlements'

Watch: EU Ambassador to Israel speaks on peace talks, boycotts - and supporting the Hamas-Fatah unity pact.

Abbas: 'Unity' Government to Recognize Israel, Denounce Terror

In abrupt about-face, Abbas insists unity government to be forced to recognize Israel - and that the PA will stop int'l legitimacy campaign.

Livni Unrepentant Over Unofficial Abbas Meeting

Justice Minister thumbs her nose at critics, insists continuing negotiations is the 'responsible' thing to do.

Netanyahu 'Never Wanted Indyk as a Mediator'

After fresh accusations of bias, MK says PM only accepted Indyk as mediator 'on Kerry's request'; slams Livni for Abbas meeting.

Jewish Home: Livni Like a Satellite that Lost Contact with Earth

Jewish Home slams Justice Minister Tzipi Livni over her meeting in London with PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas.

As Livni Meets Abbas, Bibi Says She Represents Only Herself

Netanyahu distances himself from London meeting between Livni and Abbas, saying she does not represent the Israeli government.

Livni Meets Abbas in London

Justice Minister Tzipi Livni meets PA Chairman, expresses Israel’s dissatisfaction with the unity pact he reached with Hamas.

PM: We'll Take Peace With Just Half the Palestinians

In an interview in Japan, Binyamin Netanyahu said that, if necessary, Israel was prepared to make peace with the PA even if Hamas remains.

Hamas Forces Leave Abbas's Gaza Home

Gaza security forces leave PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas's house in Gaza City, as unity pact continues to be implemented.

Kerry, Abbas Meet in London for 'Informal' Talks

Officials downplay the possibility of a breakthrough as US, PA meet for the first time since unity pact.

Hamas to Approve 'Unity' Government

Fatah-Hamas government to be established only with Hamas's 'parliamentary' approval, Haniyeh says. Will the terror group have full control?

Foreign Minister Urges Knesset to Make Decision on PA Policy

Liberman slams wishy-washiness in Israeli policy toward terrorist releases after last-minute rejection of landmark bill.

Kerry, Abbas to Meet in Final Push to Resume Talks

US negotiator to make 'last attempt' for talks in meeting with Abbas, anonymous source states. US confirms the meeting.

Abbas: Hamas Doesn't Need to Recognize Israel

PA Chairman insists that Hamas does not need to recognize Israel or renounce terrorism.

Abbas is Still Lying About the Holocaust

Fatah Agrees to Release All Hamas Prisoners

Hamas-Fatah reconciliation takes a step forward, despite sharp rhetoric. But will it last?

US Official Claims Israel Torpedoed Talks on Purpose

Martin Indyk lashes out at Israel again over failed peace talks, says 'settlements undermine Israel's Jewish future.'

PA Insists: Hamas Will Not Be Part of 'Unity' Government

The PA and Hamas continue to battle for control over a 'unity' government - one Abbas insists Hamas will not even be party to.

Rice Meets Abbas, Insists Peace Talks Aren't Over

Washington remains committed to the peace process, says Obama’s National Security Adviser after visit to Ramallah.

Abbas: We're Willing to Resume Talks, But...

Abbas says PA ready to resume negotiations with Israel but conditions that on the release of terrorists and a construction freeze.

Call for Int'l Court Jurisdiction in 'Palestine'

Abbas urged by human rights groups to join International Criminal Court to sue for 'war crimes and crimes against humanity.'

Rice Attempts to Quell Concerns Over US-Israel Relations

National Security Adviser consults with Netanyahu, Peres over regional issues; will meet with Abbas despite Hamas-Fatah unity pact.

PA Planned to Torpedo Talks Weeks in Advance

Document reveals Erekat told Abbas to apply to international conventions well before fourth prisoner batch.

PMO on Peres's Comments: Abbas Never Agreed to Anything

Prime Minister’s Office denies that President Peres reached a peace agreement with PA Chairman Abbas three years ago.

Peres Reveals: I Reached an Agreement With Abbas 3 Years Ago

President Peres reveals that he reached understandings with Abbas, but PM Netanyahu wouldn't allow the agreement to go through.

Abbas and Mashaal to Meet in Qatar

Hamas and Fatah continue to hold talks on the implementation of the unity pact signed between the sides recently.