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PA Condemns Karni Crossing Destruction

In a classic case of "do as we say, not as we do" the PA has condemned Israel's destruction of the Karni crossing as 'unilateral'

PA Official: PLO Corruption Dates Back to 1964

The head of the PA anti-corruption commission says financial corruption in the PLO dates back to its inception.

PLO Plans to 'Disengage' From Israel

In the latest sign that the 1993 Oslo Accords are moribund, PLO officials say they plan to completely disengage from Israel.

Fatah Ready to Take On Hamas in May

Fatah says its ready to take on Hamas at the polls in May as both groups race to impress the public with their anti-Israel credentials.

PLO Might Renege on Recognition of Israel

A Palestine Liberation Organization official warned Monday the organization might consider reversing its recognition of Israel.

PLO Votes to Press UN Statehood Bid

PLO officials have resolved to demand a vote on their statehood bid in the UN Security Council despite a promised US veto.

Analysis: Hamas 'Pragmatism' a Dubious Fad

Hamas says joining PLO marks a shift to political pluralism and pragmatic moderation - but for how long?

PA Mantra: No Bilateral Ties With Israel

Ramallah continues to beat the unilateralist drums - this time saying it will challenge Israel's security fence in int'l courts... again.

Report: Hamas to Join the PLO

Hamas has agreed to join the Palestine Liberation Organization, according to the Associated Press.

Edelstein: Abbas Set Up 'National Terror Government'

Government Minister Yuli Edelstein said Thursday that the latest deal between Hamas and Fatah should not surprise Israelis.

New PA Threat: End Cooperation With Israel

The latest PA threat is to downgrade ties with Israel and cease security cooperation as the PLO rededicates itself to "resistance."

PLO Rejects "Economic Peace" With Israel

A senior PLO official told reporters there would be no "economic peace" with Israel, adding it would not ensure security, either.

UNESCO Fuels Conflict, Will Fly PLO Flag

UNESCO has announced its intention to fly the PLO flag over its headquarters next week.

UN Officials Show PA Spirit, Bash Israel

United Nations officials continue to raise serious questions about their claim to being a neutral arbiter as they continue to bash Israel.

PA Denies Deal to Restart Tax Transfers

PA officials say reports they are willing to drop unilateral moves at the UN for the resumption of tax revenues frozen by Israel are false.

PLO Executive: Full Steam Ahead With Unilateral Track

Taysir Khalid of the PLO executive says there will be no land swaps, no conciliatory gestures, and that PA unilateralism will continue.

Report: Arafat Death Report Coming

The family of late PLO arch-terrorist Yasser Arafat says the report detailing his cause of death will soon be released.

PLO: 'Blair Unwelcome'

The PLO has said Quartet spokesman Tony Blair has become persona non grata in PA enclaves and is "Netanyahu's mouthpiece."

Despite Efforts to Shut Him Up, MK Eldad Has His Say

An attempt to shut MK Aryeh Eldad out of a crucial diplomatic conference in Europe failed - no thanks to the "head" of Israel's delegation.

Nigeria to Back PA Statehood Bid at Security Council

Nigeria has reversed course and said it will vote in favor of full membership for the Palestinian Liberation Organization at the UNSC.

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.

PA, PLO Disagree on Welcoming All Faiths

The Palestinian Authority and the PLO are not on the same page regarding whether their hoped-for state will welcome "people of all faiths."

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.'

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.

EU Asks Israel to Reopen PLO Headquarters

The European Union has urged Israel to allow the Palestinian Authority to re-open PLO headquarters in the Orient House in Jerusalem.

PLO Holds U.S. Responsible for Israel's 'Racist' Policies

Following the Quartet's failed meeting, PLO says it holds the United States responsible for Israel's 'racist' policies.

Businessman Defuses Anti-Israel Protest in London

A quick-thinking Israeli businessman talked a London anti-Israel group into leaving an Israeli real estate show alone.

PA's 4 Preconditions for Talks with Israel Include Support at UN

The Palestinian Authority has presented the Quartet with four pre-conditions without which it refuses to resume talks with Israel.

PLO: Israel's Peace Plan is 'Re-occupation'

The Palestine Liberation Organization has nothing but scorn for the idea of Israel formulating a new plan for peace with its Arab neighbor.

US Congress Demands UN Rescind Goldstone Report

The US Congress has unanimously passed a bill demanding the UN rescind its 2009 anti-Israel Goldstone Report. The PLO calls on Obama to veto it.

US Federal Court Judge to Preside Over Suit Against PLO

A US Federal Court judge decides he has sufficient jurisdiction to preside against the PLO for bombings in Israel

PA Says "No!" Once Again

Responding to reports that Israel is considering a temporary solution in light of PA refusal to negotiate, PLO official says no to all such ideas.

US Rep: If Taiwan Can't Fly Flag, Why Can PLO?

Allen West joins Ileana Ros-Lehtinen in condemning the PLO flag flying in Washington.

Abbas Plans PLO Office in Jerusalem

PA Chairman Abbas builds a new office in Ramallah, but says location is temporary, as he plans move to Jerusalem.

Court Approves Achille Lauro Survivors' Lawsuit Against PLO

Two American survivors of the 1985 Achille Lauro terrorist attack finally have won the right to file a civil law suit against the PLO.

PLO Decides to Break Off Talks. Obama Still Hoping for Change

PLO Executive Council called to discontinue direct talks with Israel if Jewish construction continues. Likud blasts PA, Kadima attacks Netanyahu.

US Insists 'No Change in PA Status' Despite Flag Waving

The US insists that allowing the Palestinian Authority to fly its flag in Washington does not represent an upgrade in its diplomatic status.

PLO Flag to Fly in Washington, D.C.

The PLO/PA representation's status has been upgraded by Obama's government and its flag can now be flown in Washington, D.C.

PA Arab Politicians Wreck Greek Orthodox Holiday

PA Arab leaders protested as the Greek Orthodox Patriarch made his traditional pilgrimage from Jerusalem to Bethlehem to celebrate the holiday.

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