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News and updates about Palestinian Authority

Conference of Presidents:

Yisrael Ganz presents new strategic vision for Judea and Samaria

Yisrael Ganz calls for full Israeli security in Judea and Samaria, civilian stability for Arabs, and a move away from the failed Palestinian state model, stressing security as the basis for coexistence.

Yisrael Ganz presents new strategic vision for Judea and Samaria

Nir Barkat:

Emirates model can replace Palestinian Authority

Nir Barkat proposes a Hebron-based “Emirates model" as an alternative to a two-state solution and highlights Israel’s growing ties with Asia and the US.

Emirates model can replace Palestinian Authority

The PA’s Draft Constitution:

A document built on a lie that demands an Israeli legal response

The Legal Response Israel should be making must show this sham document for what it is - the legalese language version of "from the river to the sea." This is not a document about building a state. It is a document about erasing a people. Opinion.

A document built on a lie that demands an Israeli legal response

Abbas announces: 'State of Palestine' has new 'constitution'

Palestinian Authority publishes draft of 'temporary constitution,' calling on public to submit reactions.

Abbas announces: 'State of Palestine' has new 'constitution'

PA 'finance minister' warns of collapse

PA’s “finance minister" warns in press conference in Ramallah that the financial situation of the PA has become "extremely dangerous."

PA 'finance minister' warns of collapse

European pressure works: The change in Palestinian Arab textbooks

Palestinian Arab report says changes have been made to Palestinian Authority textbooks, including the removal of some inciting content.

European pressure works: The change in Palestinian Arab textbooks

'Gaza is part of Israel'

PA livid over Strock’s remarks

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas’ office blasts Minister Strock after she says the Gaza Strip is part of the Land of Israel.

PA livid over Strock’s remarks

Netanyahu’s office:

'PA will have no role in Gaza'

Israel rejects newly revealed Gaza committee logo featuring a PA symbol, saying it contradicts Netanyahu’s pledge and differs from the version originally shown to Israel.

'PA will have no role in Gaza'

PA not involved in Gaza rule? The logo says otherwise

Despite pledges excluding Hamas and the Palestinian Authority, the new Gaza administration body features PA symbols and members linked to Fatah and PA institutions.

PA not involved in Gaza rule? The logo says otherwise

Civil Administration extracts four Jews from Jericho

Four Jews, some holding foreign citizenship, entered Jericho accompanied by a Palestinian guide and said they did not know that that their presence in the area was prohibited.

Civil Administration extracts four Jews from Jericho

Palestinian Authority policeman fires towards Israeli Jew

IDF claims shooting by Palestinian Authority policeman towards Israeli Jew not a terror attack.

Palestinian Authority policeman fires towards Israeli Jew

Ex‑PA official:

PA leadership full of systemic corruption

Former PA intelligence chief Tawfiq al‑Tirawi accuses Abbas’s leadership of systemic corruption, warning he may reveal specific cases.

PA leadership full of systemic corruption

PA welcomes Trump’s push for next phase of Gaza plan

PA welcomed President Trump’s efforts to advance the second phase of his peace plan for Gaza, backing a transitional administration and renewed international coordination.

PA welcomes Trump’s push for next phase of Gaza plan

Reform in the Palestinian Authority curriculum? What reform?

Textbooks most clearly reflect the way in which a society seeks to instill its principles in the minds of its youth. PA textbooks clearly contradict its commitments under the Oslo Accords. Op-ed.

Reform in the Palestinian Authority curriculum? What reform?

Hamas accuses: Netanyahu is dragging his feet

A senior Hamas official says talks are ongoing in Cairo with Egypt and other Palestinian organizations.

Hamas accuses: Netanyahu is dragging his feet

Bereaved father to former MK: 'You sell your soul to terrorists'

Bereaved father Yossi Cohen lashes out at former Meretz MK Mossi Raz at meeting on freezing monies used to pay terrorists' salaries.

Bereaved father to former MK: 'You sell your soul to terrorists'

Report:

Mahmoud Abbas rushed to hospital

According to an Al-Sharq report, PA President Mahmoud Abbas was taken for medical treatment in Ramallah.

Mahmoud Abbas rushed to hospital

PA against E1: A dangerous turning point

The PA’s Jerusalem Governorate claims that issuing the E1 tenders is intended to establish facts on the ground that will block a Palestinian state.

PA against E1: A dangerous turning point

Palestinian Authority attempting to reassert control over Gaza

PA cabinet leader says he will continue advancing changes that would enable the PA’s integration into governance in the Gaza Strip.

Palestinian Authority attempting to reassert control over Gaza

149 million shekels paid to families of terror victims

Following seizures imposed on Palestinian Authority funds, families of victims of severe terrorist attacks since the early 2000s receive payments.

149 million shekels paid to families of terror victims

Report:

Israel agrees to establish a managing committee for Gaza

Senior Palestinian Authority and Egyptian officials are discussing implementation of the second phase of the ceasefire agreement and reopening the Rafah crossing in both directions.

Israel agrees to establish a managing committee for Gaza

Lawsuit against PA

Over 1.2 billion shekels for terror tictims

273 terror victims and their families have filed a lawsuit against the Palestinian Authority and Hamas for their involvement in funding terrorism.

Over 1.2 billion shekels for terror tictims

Smotrich:

We'll remove garbage from Palestinian Authority at their expense

Israel to remove waste caused by illegal fires set by Palestinian Authority Arabs, charge bill to Palestinian Authority.

We'll remove garbage from Palestinian Authority at their expense

Abbas:

'No one will prevent the establishment of a Palestinian state'

Palestinian Authority chairman marks 61 years since Fatah’s “revolution” and declares: Gaza will return to PA control; no Palestinian state will be established without it.

'No one will prevent the establishment of a Palestinian state'

IDF Reserve Officer:

'We're supporting an enemy army inside Israel'

Following the extensive military exercise conducted by the PA, which included seizures of towns and the use of RPG launchers, Brig.-Gen. (res.) Amir Avivi warns that the PA will soon turn on Israel.

'We're supporting an enemy army inside Israel'

IDF rep reveals:

Political leadership ordered to strengthen PA economy

IDF representative tells Knesset subcommittee that Israeli Arabs are being allowed into Jenin and Tulkarm to boost PA economy.

Political leadership ordered to strengthen PA economy

Palestinian Authority: Marwan Barghouti is a leader

PA chairman Abbas meets with Fadwa Barghouti in his office as part of a Palestinian Arab and international campaign for the release of Marwan Barghouti.

Palestinian Authority: Marwan Barghouti is a leader

Brig.-Gen. (res.) Winter:

'Israel seeks peace, Palestinians seek our destruction'

Brig.-Gen. (res.) Ofer Winter warned at the Jabotinsky Conference that Israel misreads Palestinian intentions, arguing that talk of a “day after” in Gaza fueled false hopes, calling for decisive action and a clear rejection of a Palestinian state.

'Israel seeks peace, Palestinians seek our destruction'

Smotrich:

'Dismantle PA, apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria'

Finance Minister Smotrich urges the Prime Minister to demand Gaza's full demilitarization from President Trump, calls the Palestinian Authority a mistake that must be dismantled.

'Dismantle PA, apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria'

IDF soldier found in the heart of Jericho

Palestinian Authority security forces locate IDF soldier in Jericho, transfer him to Israeli forces; IDF investigating.

IDF soldier found in the heart of Jericho

PA:

'Approval of new Judea and Samaria communities a defiance'

Nabil Abu Rudeineh, spokesman for the chairman of the Palestinian Authority, condemns Israel’s policy in Judea and Samaria, calling it “a defiance of international law.”

'Approval of new Judea and Samaria communities a defiance'

Spain’s PM to Abbas:

'Gaza devastation is genocide, accountability needed'

Spain’s PM Sanchez tells PA chairman Abbas in Madrid that Gaza’s devastation demands accountability, reaffirming Spain’s support for a two-state solution and recognition of “Palestine”.

'Gaza devastation is genocide, accountability needed'

PA slams approval of 764 new housing units in Judea and Samaria

PA accuses Israel of undermining international efforts to restore stability, urges President Trump to pressure Israel to reverse its policies, warning that continued construction risks would ignite further regional escalation.

PA slams approval of 764 new housing units in Judea and Samaria

A behind-the-scenes diplomatic move

Report: Prime Minister Netanyahu held a secret meeting last week with Tony Blair, who is advancing a plan to bring the Palestinian Authority into control over areas in Gaza. The idea is designed as a pilot program and is contingent on reforms within the PA.

A behind-the-scenes diplomatic move

PA Textbooks:

Six-year-olds to be taught about 'martyrs'

A current review of Palestinian Authority textbooks points to incitement, historical rewriting, non-recognition of Israel and encouragement of jihad.

Six-year-olds to be taught about 'martyrs'

Saudi Arabia transfers $90 million to the Palestinian Authority

Saudi Arabia is working on the international stage to encourage donor countries to assist the Palestinian Authority, in order to prevent its economic collapse.

Saudi Arabia transfers $90 million to the Palestinian Authority

Unfulfilled commitments:

PA continues to transfer payments to terrorists

Despite Abbas’ promise to the British Prime Minister, PA payments to terrorists continue through a new 'welfare program.' European Union is demanding clarifications.

PA continues to transfer payments to terrorists

PA demands return to Resolution 181 borders

The Palestinian Authority has once again marked the anniversary of the UN Resolution 181 with a demand that Israel allow it to return to the borders and rights of the UN partition plan.

PA demands return to Resolution 181 borders

Fatah Youth Conference:

Mahmoud Abbas's provocative speech

At Fatah Youth Conference, Mahmoud Abbas praises beginnings of ‘Palestinian revolution,’ refrained from condemning 10/7, referred to fighting in Gaza as a ‘new Nakba,’ and prayed for the ‘heroic martyrs.’

Mahmoud Abbas's provocative speech

Review:

"The Palestinian Lie: Shattering The Myths"

One example: According to the 1922 British census, Jews were the majority of residents of Jerusalem, outnumbering Moslems with 33,971 Jews to 13, 413 Moslems.

"The Palestinian Lie: Shattering The Myths"

Danon to PA representative: You will not be in Gaza

In a special Security Council meeting, Israel's ambassador to the UN attacked the Palestinian Authority, claiming that it is not preventing the establishment of terrorism.

Danon to PA representative: You will not be in Gaza

Tony Blair discusses the 'day after' in the Gaza Strip

Abbas’s deputy Hussein al-Sheikh meets with former British PM in an effort to involve the Palestinian Authority in governing Gaza after the official end of the war.

Tony Blair discusses the 'day after' in the Gaza Strip

Egypt to convene international conference for Gaza reconstruction

Palestinian Authority continues campaign against what it terms “settler terrorism” targeting Palestinian Arabs in Judea and Samaria.

Egypt to convene international conference for Gaza reconstruction

Sa’ar: PA doubled its payments to terrorists in 2025

Foreign Minister Sa’ar reveals the PA nearly doubled its 2025 payments to terrorists and their families, urges global action.

Sa’ar: PA doubled its payments to terrorists in 2025

Non-kosher meat leaking into Israel from Palestinian Authority

Over half of the non-kosher meat supposedly intended for the Palestinian Authority does not reach its destination, and instead is distributed in Israel - illegally.

Non-kosher meat leaking into Israel from Palestinian Authority

What the Palestinian Authority says about deadly attack

The ramming and stabbing attack in Gush Etzion has been described by the Palestinian Authority News Agency as 'fire by the forces of occupation at two young men.'

What the Palestinian Authority says about deadly attack

Palestinian Authority:

Ben-Gvir is inciting to murder officials

PA urges US and global powers to intervene after Ben-Gvir calls for arrest of Abbas and targeted killings if UN advances recognition of Palestinian statehood.

Ben-Gvir is inciting to murder officials

Urges implementation

PA welcomes UN Gaza resolution

Palestinian Authority welcomes UN resolution on Gaza, urging swift implementation and pledging to assume full responsibility in the Strip as part of a “two-state solution”.

PA welcomes UN Gaza resolution

Riots in Palestinian village, no casualties reported

Security sources said that dozens of Israelis entered a village in the Gush Etzion area, setting fire to a house and four Palestinian-owned cars. IDF forces are currently on the scene.

Riots in Palestinian village, no casualties reported

Netanyahu condemns Macron for calling Abbas 'prince of peace'

In an interview with Australian journalist Erin Molan, Netanyahu condemns French President for calling PA chairman a “prince of peace,” citing PA terror payments and incitement.

Netanyahu condemns Macron for calling Abbas 'prince of peace'

Macron:

'France will help PA draft constitution for future state'

French President pledges that his country will help the PA draft a constitution for a future Palestinian state.

'France will help PA draft constitution for future state'

Poll:

Support for Hamas continues to grow among Palestinian Arabs

80% of Palestinian Arabs seek to oust PA Chairman Abbas, while a growing number want Hamas in charge.

Support for Hamas continues to grow among Palestinian Arabs

Regavim petition: Massive illegal building project in Walaja

Regavim movement calls on court to take decisive action to prevent unauthorized expansion in Walaja. 'Massive illegal building eclipses even infamous Holyland scandal in Jerusalem.'

Regavim petition: Massive illegal building project in Walaja

PA succession plan:

Hussein al-Sheikh to lead if Abbas steps down

PA chairman Abbas issues a decree naming Hussein al-Sheikh as interim successor if the position becomes vacant. Elections must be held within 90 days.

Hussein al-Sheikh to lead if Abbas steps down

Emergency Knesset meeting:

Palestinian Authority meat is sold to kosher consumers in Israel

MK Tzvi Succot warns Israel’s Chief Rabbis of a major kashrut loophole, calls for urgent Knesset and rabbinical action to curb kosher fraud.

Palestinian Authority meat is sold to kosher consumers in Israel

Unauthorized lecture by former PA minister prompts IDF inquiry

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir ordered a probe after cadets heard an unauthorized lecture from former PA Minister Ashraf al-Ajrami, tied to the PA’s Pay-for-Slay program.

Unauthorized lecture by former PA minister prompts IDF inquiry

PA spokesman:

'Hamas acting like ISIS in Gaza executions'

PA spokesman Anwar Rajab condemns Hamas’s public executions in Gaza, calling its tactics “ISIS-like” and accusing the group of fostering a culture of violence, theft, and terror against its own people.

'Hamas acting like ISIS in Gaza executions'

PA welcomes Trump’s opposition to Israeli sovereignty

Spokesman for PA chairman Abbas praises President Trump’s remarks opposing Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

PA welcomes Trump’s opposition to Israeli sovereignty

160 of the newly-freed terrorists left jail millionaires

'Pay to Slay' salaries paid to imprisoned terrorists over the years turned 160 of the 250 deadly terrorists released into millionaires, former military prosecutor says.

160 of the newly-freed terrorists left jail millionaires

Father sues PA, PLO after wife and newborn son killed in attack

American-Israeli Hananel Gez, who lost his wife Tzeela and newborn son in a Palestinian terror attack near Jerusalem, filed a federal lawsuit in New York accusing the PA and PLO of funding terror.

Father sues PA, PLO after wife and newborn son killed in attack