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PA employees damage pool commemorating slain Jewish shepherds

Palestinian Authority employees allegedly cut a pipe supplying water to Shepherds’ Spring pool, built in memory of two Jewish shepherds murdered in a 2023 Eli terror attack.

Good eats or colonial conspiracy?

PA slams Jerusalem food festival as 'cultural Judaization'

Palestinian Authority accuses Israeli event of distorting Jerusalem’s identity and promoting a colonial agenda through culinary and cultural initiatives.

Report:

PA plans to establish autonomy in Jerusalem by 2030

Regavim uncovers PA plan to establish autonomy in Jerusalem by 2030 and exposes the compensation mechanism operated by the PA for Arab construction violators in the eastern part of the capital.

Hebron emirate plan:

Pro-Israel sheikh's car torched

Hebron sheikh backing peace with Israel targeted in arson attack amid PA incitement campaign.

Palestinian Authority:

Protests in Gaza an opportunity to end Hamas rule

Fatah movement spokesman calls on Gazans to unite around PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas.

50 million NIS of funds seized from PA for the Dee family

The Jerusalem District Court has issued a temporary garnishee order to seize 50 million shekels of Palestinian Authority funds for Rabbi Leo Dee, whose wife Lucy and daughters Maia and Rina were murdered in a shooting attack two years ago.

Mahmoud Abbas's possible successor to be appointed next month

The Palestinian National Council will meet to create a new position - Deputy Chair of the PLO Executive Committee. The US is reportedly applying significant pressure to appoint the head of PA Intelligence Majid Faraj, who is close to the CIA.

PA's proposal:

Gazans to relocate to Judea and Samaria

Senior PA officials will propose to Chairman Abbas to resettle Arabs from Gaza in a new city that would be built west of Jericho.

Report:

US begs Israel to approve military aid for Palestinian Authority

US sent Israel an urgent request to allow it to send military equipment and ammunition to the PA security forces who are operating against terrorists in northern Samaria.

Israel fears PA will collapse following Assad regime example

The defense establishment is closely monitoring the situation in the PA which has seen increased internal unrest and destablization efforts, and fears its collapse 'could lead to a wave of terrorism.'

PA declares fight against Israeli 'annexation'

Palestinian Authority announces increase in legal and diplomatic activity in an attempt to thwart Israeli steps that led to the annexation of approximately 100,000 dunams in Judea and Samaria.

PA resolution at UN:

Israeli withdrawal from Judea and Samaria within six months

PA Mission to the UN submits draft resolution demanding an end to Israeli presence in Judea and Samaria. Ambassador Danon: A reward for terrorism.

Abbas spokesman:

'Netanyahu is leading to an explosion in the Middle East'

Nabil Abu Rudeineh, spokesman for PA chairman, warns against the Israeli policy that may "cause an explosion that will burn the entire region and it will not be possible to stop it".

PA criticizes IDF counterterrorism operation in Samaria

Palestinian Authority accuses the IDF of laying siege to hospitals in Jenin and the Israeli government of planning to deport Palestinian Arabs from northern Samaria.

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Israel deducted nearly 7 million NIS from PA tax revenues

The PA says Israel continues to deduct from tax revenues intended for its treasury as punishment for its support of terrorists' families.

PA displeased with Jewish visitors at Judaism's holiest sites

The PA Ministry of Awqaf and Religious Affairs said that Jewish visits to the Temple Mount were 'attacks' on the site and that Israel was attempting to take control of the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron.

Cabinet approves:

Sanctions against PA, regulation of five communities

Cabinet approves Smotrich's measures to combat the recognition of a Palestinian state and proceedings against Israel. They include sanctions against the PA, promotion of construction and other measures.

Report:

Blinken pressed Netanyahu to release frozen PA tax revenues

The Biden administration is furious with Finance Minister Smotrich's decision to freeze tax revenues collected for the Palestinian Authority.

Grants for 'martyrs'' families

PA continues to fund families of terrorists

Ahead of the Eid al-Adha holiday, the PA General Intelligence Service in the Jenin district distributed grants to families of 25 'martyrs' and 11 imprisoned terrorists.

'Won't lead to Palestinian state'

PA issues rare criticism of Iranian leader's praise of 10.7

Office of PA Chairman Abbas says Ali Khamenei's praise of the massacre declares that the goal is to sacrifice Palestinian lives, which will not lead to a Palestinian state.

PA seeks to join South Africa's ICJ case against Israel

Palestinian Authority files application with International Court of Justice to join South Africa as a party in its Gaza genocide case against Israel.

Macron:

'Ready to recognize a Palestinian state if the PA makes reforms'

French President speaks to PA chairman, tells him he is ready to recognize a Palestinian state if the PA "implements necessary reforms.”

Will Smotrich's plan topple the Palestinian Authority?

Following European countries' promises to recognize a Palestinian state, Finance Min. Smotrich announces massive economic response. 'When they act against the state of Israel, there must be a response,' spokesman says.

Palestinian Authority:

'Seize weapons from all settlers'

The Palestinian Authority Foreign Ministery noted that 'the organized terrorism of the colonialists (i.e. Jewish residents) has reached an unprecedented level under the protection of the occupation forces.'

Report:

Abbas to appoint financial advisor as PA PM

Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas is expected to appoint his financial advisor Mohammad Mustafa as Prime Minister amid US pressure to form a cabinet made of professional ministers instead of politicians to reform the PA.

Report:

PA cabinet to resign in favor of technocratic gov't

Hamas has reportedly agreed to the creation of a technocratic government tasked with the reconstruction of Gaza and the restoration of security in the region.

PA aiming for united Arab front against Israel

Deputy PA cabinet leader says that only the establishment of a Palestinian state will ensure security and stability in the region.

PA livid after US veto at Security Council

Palestinian Authority warns that the American veto on resolution calling for ceasefire in Gaza constitutes "a threat to the world and a danger to security and international peace."

PA cabinet leader urges sanctions against Israel

PA cabinet leader Mohammad Shtayyeh calls on international community to act to promote the recognition of “the state of Palestine”.

Cabinet approves sending PA funds to Norway

The plan, backed by the USA, calls for funds to Gaza to be held by Norway until the end of the war and the rest transferred to the Palestinian Authority.

'You're not welcome here'

Blinken 'welcomed' in Ramallah by protesters

Blinken met with PA Chairman Abbas and told him that he supports steps that would lead to an independent Palestinian state.

Top Israeli pundit:

'Biden's dreams will harm our reality'

Amit Segal explains why it is more likely for Hamas to take over Judea and Samaria than for the PA to take over Gaza.

Abbas is ready to rule Gaza, Netanyahu: 'Not on my watch'

PA sources told Sky News that its chairman is ready to take control of the Gaza Strip.

PA Chairman Abbas denies Israel's right to self-defense

In an address for the Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, Abbas called for an immediate stop to the 'Israeli aggression.'

Chairman Abbas:

'PA will be part of the solution in the Gaza Strip'

Mahmoud Abbas states the Gaza Strip is an 'integral part of the State of Palestine.'

In contrast to Smotrich:

Defense Minister Gallant calls to continue funding PA

Defense Minister says transfer of funds to PA vital for maintaining stability in Judea and Samaria.

Due to support of Hamas:

Finance Minister Smotrich calls to stop funding PA

Finance Minister Smotrich instructed to halt transferring funds that are collected for the PA until the cabinet decides on the matter.

When no one was looking:

Israel gives additional concessions to the Palestinian Authority

Israel cut the gas tax on the PA in half and has transferred a budget of 350 million NIS since the current government came to power.

MK Succot:

'Palestinian Authority part of the probem not the solution'

Religious Zionism says coalition divided regarding the attitude toward the Palestinian Authority.

PA politicians livid at academics who criticized Abbas

Palestinian Arab politicians blast academics who wrote open letter criticizing PA chairman's antisemitic speech.

Reports of PA arms transfer:

Netanyahu: 'No limit to the fake news'

Netanyahu says decision was made by previous government in January 2022 to transfer armored vehicles to replace old ones.

'Netanyahu want's 2nd Oslo'

Reports of arms transfer to PA leave government in upheaval

Ministers and MKs from Religious Zionism and Otzma Yehudit are furious. Defense Minister Gallant denies transfer of 1,500 weapons occurred.

Despite the attack:

Cabinet decides on relief measures for PA

Among the concessions: Equating tolls, promoting an industrial area near Hebron and freezing the PA's tax debts for a year.

UN committee to PA:

'Investigate disappearance of Israelis in Gaza'

UN Committee tells PA to investigate disappearance of Israeli citizens Avera Mengistu and Hisham al-Sayed, who are held in Gaza.

PA seeking anti-Israel motion at Security Council

Axios report: PA talking to members of UN Security Council about resolution condemning Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria.

PA official: We don't work for Israel

Counterterrorism operations in Judea & Samaria make two-state solution more remote, PA says.

PA to Israel:

'Hand over gun which killed Al Jazeera journalist'

PA calls on Israel to hand over gun that allegedly fired the shot which killed Shireen Abu Aqleh in Jenin.

PA does not believe Lapid

PA “foreign ministry” accuses Lapid of adopting policies that are consistent with the Israeli right.

PA: Israel is 'playing with fire'

Abbas spokesman says the Palestinians will make crucial policy decisions in January if Israel does not change its policy.

PA: Prosecute any Israeli who helps 'settlements'

PA calls for prosecution of all officials responsible for construction in "settlements" and the prevention of Palestinian construction.

PA claims Israel will vaccinate 100,000 PA workers

Israeli sources say the move has not yet been approved by the political echelon.

PA officials laud ICC, call for probe against Israel

Palestinian Authority officials welcome ICC ruling that it has jurisdiction over Judea, Samaria, Gaza and eastern Jerusalem.

PA receives thousands of coronavirus test kits

COGAT arranges entry of more than 3,000 coronavirus test kits and 50,000 protective masks for PA medical teams.

Waking up to a nightmare of violence and Palestinian flags

What exactly is happening, who are the subversive ones, and what will be effective to bring a ‘just’ order out of this chaos?

PA: 'Palestinian heritage' is stronger than 'occupation'

PA bureau in charge of public diplomacy blasts Israeli attempts to "erase Palestinian heritage".

Kids play 'Zionist jailers' executing prisoners in PA camp

In Palestinian Authority sponsored summer camp, children enact libel that Palestinian prisoners are abused and executed in Israeli jails.

Former top PA official: PA 'no different' than Hamas

Top Abbas rival Mohammed Dahlan blasts PA for security coordination with Israel, says Hamas 'no different' for conducting indirect talks.

PA Portrays US as 'Occupier'

Official PA daily also demonizes Presidential candidates as 'inane,' 'aged teenager' - despite the US being a major donor.

Report: Mahmoud Abbas to Step Down as PA Chairman

Resignation rumors resurface after Abbas assigns Saeb Erekat as Secretary General of the PLO Executive Committee.

PA Children's Show: Jews are Bloodthirsty, Evil

Watchdog group exposes poem on official PA TV comparing Jews to animals, claiming they are 'brought up on spilling blood.'