PA Statehood Bid

Arabs 'Upset' at Obama Speech, Angry Protests Expected

The “Arab street” is extremely upset at U.S. President Barack H. Obama, and intends to show its anger on Friday.

France Offers Compromise on PA's Statehood Bid

French President Nicolas Sarkozy suggests: The PA will upgrade it status in the UN and we'll offer peace solutions within a year.

Nobel Laureate Aumann: Palestine is the Jewish National Home

Noble Laureate Prof. Yisrael Aumann states historical facts: Palestine is Israel, and there was always a Jewish presence in Israel.

How Does an Arab Celebrate Statehood? Video

As their leaders asked the UN to recognize a PA state, Arabs in Hevron engaged in rock-throwing. Video shot by Hevron Jewish residents, IDF.

Netanyahu: Obama 'Wearing Badge of Honor'

PM Binyamin Netanyahu thanked US president Barack Obama for standing with Israel, saying it was "a badge of honor."

Ayalon: Abrogate Oslo. Lieberman: Be Quiet

Deputy Foreign Minister recommends "punitive steps" against PA but his boss says he spoke too soon.

Nationalists March in Tel Aviv, Protest Against 'Palestine'

Dozens of nationalists gathered in Tel Aviv’s Rothschild Boulevard in a protest march against the Palestinian Authority’s statehood bid.

Obama to UN: "No Shortcut to Peace."

US president Barack Obama dismissed the PA statehood bid at the United Nations saying there was "no shortcut to peace."

Israelis Ambushed at Karnei Shomron

An Israeli vehicle was ambushed near Karnei Shomron amid increasing violence in Judea and Samaria.

Obama and Abbas to Meet After All

A late addition to Obama's schedule: The president will meet with PA Chairman Abbas ahead of the vote on his statehood bid.

Israeli Success: Nigeria Will Abstain in the UN

One success for Israel's diplomatic efforts: Nigeria decides to abstain in Friday’s vote on the PA statehood bid.

Prayer at Lubavitcher Rebbe's Grave Ahead of PA's UN Bid

A delegation of Israelis led by MK Danny Danon pray at the Ohel, the burial site of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, before PA's statehood bid.

PM's Spokesman: PA UN Bid - Violation of Agreements

Netanyahu's international spokesperson in a briefing to reporters: The PA is violating agreements. Israel reserves the right to respond.

Gabon Undecided: How Will the Security Council Members Vote?

How will the 15 UN Security Council members vote on the PA's statehood bid?

Erekat Slams Netanyahu: Not a Partner in Peace

PA chief negotiator Saeb Erekat slammed Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu saying "Netanyahu is not a partner in peace."

Yesha Protests PA Statehood Bid - Near Arab Villages

Jewish activists staged peaceful protests in Judea and Samaria in opposition to the PA statehood bid at the UN this week.

IDF-PA Security Summit Ahead of Statehood Bid

IDF commanders met with their PA counterparts ahead of the PA statehood bid at the United Nations to prevent "errors."

Report: PA Could Collapse Without US Aid

The Palestinian Authority's top monetary official says the risk of a "PA collapse" is very real amid current financial stress.

Rivlin: World Not Interested in Preserving Israel

Knesset Speaker Reuven Rivlin says world community more concerned with creating Palestine than preserving Israel.

Arabs March on Yitzhar, IDF Intervenes

Dozens of PA Arabs march on nearby Jewish village. Similar procession stopped by soldiers.

PA Arabs Support UN Bid, Want Sovereignty in Judea & Samaria

Poll conducted among PA Arabs finds massive support for the UN statehood bid and for exercising sovereignty throughout Judea and Samaria.

PA Media's Statehood Campaign: We Won't be Deterred

PA media does its utmost to promise the Arab population that the PA leadership will follow through with its unilateral statehood bid.

Abbas: Willing to Meet Netanyahu in New York

Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas tells Fox News: "I will meet any Israeli official any time."

Netanyahu to Abbas: Let’s Talk in New York

PM Netanyahu calls PA Chairman Abbas to meet with him and restart peace negotiations while both are in New York.

Opinion: The Famous State of Palestine

What would Arab state number 23/ Muslim state number 58 be like? Giulio Meotti takes a good look.

PLO: US Threatening to Cut Ties

PLO executive committee member Hanna Amira says the US has threatened to cut ties with the PA if it pursues statehood bid at the UN.

Abbas: Resisting "Huge Pressure" From West

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas proudly declared "all hell had broken out" over his statehood bid at the UN; laments lack of Western sympathy.

As Netanyahu Faces World, No Solidarity from Livni

As the Prime Minister makes his way to the UN, Opposition leader offers nothing but threats and scorn.

First Arab 'September Attack': Convoy Approached Negohot

September attacks have begun: Arabs in 40-50 vehicles drove along Jewish community's fence, taunted and jeered.

Shalom to PM: Don't Zigzag

Vice Prime Minister wishes Netanyahu success in UN, urges him to stand firm: "Arabs will respect steadfastness."

Ayalon Warns PA Donors: Cash to PA in Danger

Deputy Foreign Minister meets countries that fund PA, warns assistance "could be severely and irreparably compromised."

BBC Poll: More Countries in Favor of Palestinian State

BBC poll finds that 49% of people in 19 countries back the Palestinian Authority's unilateral statehood proposal at the UN.

Hamas PM: We’re Against UN Bid but Support Statehood

Hamas Prime Minister Haniyeh: We do not back UN bid, no PA leader can sacrifice “fundamental Palestinian rights.”

Tibi’s Office Denies He Joined PA Delegation

MK Ahmed Tibi's office denies he joined the PA delegation, but says he "is a strong supporter of the delegation."

Reservists Called Up, Instructions Unclear

IDF calls up reservist soldiers in preparation for mayhem after PA UN move. "Open fire only if your life is danger," they are told

‘September a Problem – for UN’

The UN, not Israel, should be worried about the consequences of the PA’s upcoming statehood bid, says Knesset Speaker Reuven Rivlin.

Jerusalem Prepares for Riots

Police in Israel’s capital prepare for possible riots. Changes may be made to school schedules, light rail train.

IDF: Preparation, Restraint as September 20 Approaches

IDF reservists are retrained in restrained, non-violent response in preparation for possible PA statehood bid riots.

U.S. in Anti-Statehood Diplomatic Campaign

The United States is working to get a UN Security Council majority against a PA statehood bid, in order to avoid using its veto.

Emergency Quartet Meeting in New York Sunday

The Mideast Quartet is meeting in NYC in a last minute try to restart talks before the PA statehood bid.

PA Threatens US Over Security Council Veto

Officials in Ramallah warned the US its promised Security Council veto of the PA statehood bid will 'destroy' the two-state solution.

Hamas Against PA Statehood Bid: It's a Step Towards Negotiations

Hamas condemns Abbas' confirmation of the PA's statehood bid, says it is a tactic aimed at resuming negotiations with Israel.

Netanyahu to Meet Obama in New York

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and President Barack Obama are expected to meet as PA presents its statehood bid to the UN.

Netanyahu Slams Abbas’ Speech: Not the Way to Peace

Prime Minister Netanyahu criticizes Abbas' speech, calls him back to the negotiating table immediately.

Abbas Confirms: We’re Going to the UN

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas confirms in an address to PLO leaders: "We are going to the UN to obtain full membership for Palestine ."

IDF Calling Up Reserves Ahead of PA Statehood Bid

The IDF Central Command raised its alert level amid reserve call ups as the PA statehood bid at the United Nations nears.

The Palestinian State of 1978

Twelve men led by a woman called Dalal al-Mughrabi declared a State of Palestine in 1978 that ended in mass murder. Nothing has changed.

US Dismisses PA Draft Text Rumors

US ambassador to the UN Susan Rice dismissed rumors a draft text for the PA statehood bid exists - or that the US is negotiating one.

Violence Continues Near Shilo after Arabs Attack Jewish Hikers

Local Arabs attacked Jewish hikers near Shilo resulting in one Jew knifed and an Arab killed.

Report: Israel Calls for Continued International Aid to the PA

Israel is urging the international community to continue to provide financial aid to the PA, says a report to be submitted in New York.

No Final Decision on UN Route, Says PA's Observer

PA's permanent observer to the United Nations says that no final decision has been made on the unilateral statehood bid.

PA Denies it is Acquiring Anti-Riot Gear from Israel

PA denies reports it is acquiring riot-control weaponry from Israeli firms, says such reports are meant to incite.

UN Chief Calls PA to Return to Negotiations

UN chief Ban Ki-moon says PA should return to talks with Israel, says the peace deadlock is harming the whole Middle East.

Netanyahu to Personally Present Israel's Case at the UN

Prime Minister Netanyahu intends to 'proclaim Israel's truth to the United Nations General Assembly next week.

Lieberman Orders Embassies to 'Protest PA Apartheid State'

FM Lieberman has instructed Israeli embassies around the world to protest remarks by a PA official that 'Palestine' will be 'Judenrein'

Whbee to Defend Israel in NY, Washington

MK Majallie Whbee (Kadima) is invited to the UN in New York and Washington, DC by U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. He will defend Israel.

Israel Allows PA to Acquire Anti-Riot Gear

Israel has allowed the PA to acquire ant-riot gear, in preparation for possible rioting.

Viral PR Video: Israel's "Friend Request" Pending

See Hasbara Fellowship's viral new video that describes Israel's many peace overtures in the language of a Facebook "friend request".

Edelstein: PA Wants Apartheid

Public Diplomacy Minister reacts to PLO official's statement that no Jews will be allowed in 'Palestine'.

UN Envoy: No Need for Drama over PA Bid

Robert Serry, UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, says Israel should not overreact to UN declaration.