PA Statehood Bid

Jordanian Academic: Who Says 1949 Borders are Enough?

Dr. Rateb Amro says declaration will change nothing on the ground but would free Israel of responsibility for Gaza.

Growing Concern in Israel Over Jordan

The situation in the Hashemite Kingdom is “delicate,” say Israeli officials, who are monitoring the situation.

Hamas Rulers of Gaza Oppose PA's UN Statehood Bid

The Hamas terrorist rulers of Gaza announce their opposition to the Palestinian Authority's bid for statehood recognition at the U.N.

Clinton: Road to Palestinian State Doesn't Run Through New York

Clinton reiterates that PA's statehood bid is a mistake. "The route lies in Jerusalem and Ramallah, not in New York."

US Envoys Returning For 'More Talks'

Two US envoys are returning to Israel in hopes of jump-starting talks between Israel and the PA, and averting the PA statehood bid.

PLO to Remain 'Even After Statehood'

The PLO will continue to represent the 'Palestinian diaspora' even after the creation of a PA state 'just like the Jewish agency.'

Obama: PA Statehood Bid a 'Distraction'

U.S. President Barack Obama: The Palestinian Authority's statehood bid is a distraction that will not result in viable statehood.

PA Factions Split Over Statehood Bid

Just one week before the PA submits its statehood bid to the UN, the various Arab factions are divided over it.

PM Netanyahu, German FM Westerwelle Meet in Jerusalem

German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle is in Jerusalem to discuss the PA statehood bid.

Russia to Support PA Statehood Bid at UN

Russia will support the Palestinian Authority's bid for recognition as a new country by the United Nations and membership in its ranks.

Abdullah II: Jordan Is Not Palestine

Jordan's King Abdullah II reaffirmed his government's rejection of his family's historic policy that "Jordan is Palestine."

German Foreign Minister to Meet with Abbas in Ramallah

Germany's foreign minister goes to Ramallah in a last-ditch effort to convince PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas to abandon the UN statehood bid.

PA Denies Split with Jordan on UN Statehood Bid

Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas denies a split with Jordan on the upcoming UN statehood bid. German official meets in Ramallah.

UN: Ban Backs PA Desire for Statehood

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon reaffirmed his support for a 'Palestinian state', stayed neutral on PA bid for unilateral recognition.

PA Unfazed by U.S. Veto, Still Going to UN

Unmoved by the planned U.S. veto of a Palestinian state at the UN, the PA announces it is still going through with its statehood bid.

Noam Shalit: No Palestinian State While Gilad is Held Captive

Noam Shalit speaks at UN headquarters in New York. "The PA can't seek statehood while Hamas continues to hold Gilad."

It's Official: US Will Veto PA's UN Statehood Bid

The United States has announced it will exercise its veto in the U.N. Security Council to block a bid by the PA to gain UN membership.

PLO, PA Compete on UN Statehood Bid

The Palestinian Authority officially began its bid for statehood at the United Nations Thursday. The PLO raced to deny the campaign launch.

Jerusalem Arabs 'Expel' Israeli Textbooks

Arab schools in Jerusalem refuse to use Israeli-revised textbooks that omit Jerusalem as the capital of Palestine, PA officials announce.

Qassam Rocket Attacks Continue in Southern Israel

The western Negev was hit again Wednesday night with Qassam rocket attacks launched by Palestinian Authority Arab terrorists in Gaza.

Lt-Col (Res.): Arabs Who Enter Jewish Towns Sept 20 in Danger

Strong words at MK Ben Ari Knesset meeting on planned march and possible violence from Judea and Samaria Arabs on Sept. 20th.

ICJP Denounces PA Statehood Bid: A Fatal Blow to Peace

The International Council of Jewish Parliamentarians meets in the U.S. to discuss the PA's unilateral statehood bid.

Report: Israel Offers PA to Postpone UN Bid for Negotiations

Kuwaiti daily reports the PA is considering Israeli offer to postpone the unilateral statehood bid and immediately begin negotiations.

US Formally Asks PA to Drop Statehood Bid

After months of implicit opposition to the PA statehood bid at the UN on September 20, the US has formally asked the PA to drop the move.

PA Continues Propaganda Offensive on Washington

PLO official Yasser Abed-Rabbo said the United States was showing "disdain for Arabs" by opposing the PA statehood bid at the UN.

US Position Upsets PA

Officials in Ramallah complain the United States is threatening them over their statehood bid at the UN on September 20.

Arab MKs Back PA Over Israel

Arab MKs have advised PA officials in Ramallah to go forward with their statehood bid at the UN over Israeli objections.

Massive Civil Disobedience Slated for Sept. 20 at UN

Amcha, umbrella Jewish activist organization, plans a vocal protest of unilateral PA bid for statehood at the UN.

Report: Abbas, Barak Met in Amman

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas says he met secretly with Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak last month in Amman, Jordan.

PA Starts Global Media Blitz

The PA has started airing propaganda spots in 26 languages - including Hebrew - ahead of the statehood bid at the UN in September.

Netanyahu: PA UN Bid will Lead to Deadlock

Senior Fatah official expects 140 countries to recognize, vote for a PA state at the UN General Assembly.

EU to Debate Unified Vote on PA Statehood

EU ministers are meeting to discuss the PA's unilateral statehood bid. Will the EU vote as a bloc, and if so, how?

EU Still 'Undecided' on PA Statehood Bid at UN

It appears the EU is still split over voting on the Palestinian Authority's bid for statehood recognition at the United Nations.

Tekoa Rabbi Supports PA's Statehood Bid

Rabbi Menachem Froman of Tekoa meets PA President Abbas, tells him that establishing a Palestinian state would benefit peace.

Sarkozy Wants EU Consensus on PA Statehood

Amid the EU debt crisis and a push for PA trade, France's Nicolas Sarkozy wants a single European position on PA statehood.

Oren: PA Statehood Jeopardizes Oslo

Israeli Ambassador to the United States says Israel has no agreements with a 'Government of Palestine.'

Steinitz: PA Statehood Bid More Dangerous Than Hamas

Finance Minister Yuval Steintiz said the PA Statehood Bid in September is 'more dangerous' than Hamas; Israel will 'respond.'

US State Dept Slams Congress Funding Block of PA at UN

The US State Dept. has slammed efforts by a Florida lawmaker to block the PA from seeking United Nations membership as a new country.

Jordan Continues Attempt to Persuade PA to Abandon UN Bid

Jordan continues its efforts to persuade the Palestinian Authority to reconsider its bid for statehood and United Nations membership.

Ros-Lehtinen Moves to Block PA UN Statehood Bid, Status Upgrade

The chairwoman of the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee proposes a clause blocking funds to UN members who back the PA's statehood bid.

PA 'Condemns Attacks on Civilians' After Tel Aviv Stabbings

The Palestinian Authority announced Monday it "condemns all attacks on civilians" after a PA Arab stabbed 8 people at a Tel Aviv club.

No Surprise: Lebanon Voting for PA State

Lebanon will vote for UN recognition of a PA state as it begins its Security Council presidency in September.

Honduras Recognizes Palestine

Honduras recognizes a Palestinian state within 1949 armistice lines, says it will support the PA's bid at the United Nations.

PA Official: U.S. Warned Me of Aid Cut for Statehood Bid

The PA's chief negotiator claims: The U.S. Consul-General told me Congress would cut aid to the PA if we pursue statehood.

A-Jad: PA State First Step to Israel's Demise

Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinijad says the recognition of a PA state by the United Nations is just the first step to Israel's end.

El Salvador Recognizes Palestine Ahead of UN Bid

As the Palestinian Authority prepares its statehood bid to the UN, El Salvador announces it recognizes Palestine.

Abbas Orders PA Security Chiefs to Maintain Calm

PA security forces have been ordered to 'maintain calm and quiet' so as not to invite a strong Israeli intervention before September.

Spain to 'Take a Step' Towards PA Statehood at UN in September

Spanish Foreign Minister Trinidad Jimenez: concerned PA Arabs might be driven to “great frustration” if a statehood bid fails in September.

Shaath: Israeli 'Insanity' Will Not Stop Statehood Bid

Nabil Shaath of Fatah says Israel's response to Thursday's lethal terror attacks is about the PA and not safeguarding Israeli lives.

IDF Solution for September Violence: Give the PA More Guns

The IDF has formulated a response to potential violence after the PA statehood bid in September. One suggestion: give them more guns.

Abbas Scores Support in Bosnia

Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas says he expects Bosnia to support the PA in its bid for statehood at the UN in September.

Report: Abbas and Peres Secretly Met Four Times

PA official says Mahmoud Abbas and President Shimon Peres had four secret meetings in an attempt to revive peace talks.

PMO: Abbas Avoiding Peace Talks

The Prime Minister's Office says the PA statehood bid at the UN set for September 20 proves Abbas is bypassing negotiating for peace.

PA Statehood Bid Set for September 20

The Palestinian Authority has set opening day at the United Nations in September as the day it will present its statehood bid.

Abbas Wants US-led NATO Force for PA State

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas told US lawmakers he wants a US-led NATO force to provide security for the future 'Palestinian state.'

Arab FMs to Lobby Security Council on PA Bid

Arab foreign ministers plan to lobby the five permanent members of the UN security council ahead of the PA statehood bid.

Analysis: PA's Millions Capable of 'Calm' Rallies?

The Associated Press is reporting the Palestinian Authority is planning “calm” rallies for September to support its UN bid for recognition.

Netanyahu: 'Direct Talks Only Way to Peace with PA'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu tells U.S. lawmakers that direct talks are the only way to reach peace with the Palestinian Authority.

Mixed PA Signals on Bid for UN Recognition

Palestinian Authority negotiator Saeb Erekat insists the entity will not defer its bid for United Nations recognition in September.

Italian MPs Write Letter Against Unilateral PA Move

Over 150 Italian MPs call on the international community to oppose the PA's statehood bid, call for resumption of negotiations.