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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.'

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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