Palestinian Authority

Sweden Recognizes 'Palestine' as a State

Left-wing Social Democrat party announces its recognition of a 'Palestinian state' on Yom Kippur.

Netanyahu Returns to Israel, Praises 'National Mission' to US

'I told the truth in the meetings that I held,' Netanyahu notes, summing up eventful Washington trip.

PA to Ask Security Council: End Israel's 'Occupation' by 2016

Draft resolution to be submitted by Palestinian Authority calls on the Security Council to "ends the Israeli occupation without delay".

Secret Israel-PA Communication Channel Revealed

Covert talks to 'change reality on ground in Gaza' with PA unity government held in parallel to official Cairo truce talks.

PA Illegal Land Grab to Block Road North of Jerusalem

Hours after Civil Administration orders road widened, PA throws together illegal structures on site to extend control in Area C.

Israel Agreed to Let Gazans Pray on Temple Mount

PA unity government says Israel made concessions on travel, says it backs Abbas's charges of 'genocide.'

PA Honors Murderers of Israeli Teens as Martyrs

PA leaders and press grant Hamas terrorists highest status in Islam, while delegitimizing Israel's elimination of them.

Study: 49% of Gazans Killed in War Were Terrorists

Updated study on Palestinian Health Ministry death tally reiterates unprecedented terrorist to civilian ratio.

Report: 3,000 PA Policemen to Join Gaza Security Forces

Renewed unity pact to include security coordination, source claims - but only if Israel agrees.

Islamic Bloc Supports PA Bid to Prosecute Israel

Organization of Islamic Cooperation says it supports Abbas's bid to prosecute Israel for war crimes at ICC.

PA: 'Nothing in Place' to Reconcile Fracturing Hamas Unity Pact

Unity PM says each faction is responsible for its own problems, hours after Hamas declares it is looking for 'alternatives.'

PA Statement Equates IS with the 'Occupation'

In condemning IS over its terrorism, the PA's foreign ministry says that "occupation and settlements" are other names for terrorism.

Abbas to Meet French Leader as PA Pushes 3-Year Statehood Plan

Palestinian Authority forging ahead with attempt to gain UN backing to 'end occupation' within three years.

PA Officials Say Palestinians Are 'Moderates', Don't Like ISIS

Officials claim that there is little or no support there for ISIS, because Palestinian Muslims are not 'fanatics' - but how true is that?

PA Calls Youth Goodwill Soccer Game 'Crime Against Humanity'

Peres's 'peace' game for Israeli and Arab kids was 'immoral crime' by 'sick souls' says PA, calling to 'settle accounts' with organizers.

UN: $550 Million to Gaza Despite Renewed Terror Tunnels

UN and PA call for funds without specifying supervision of usage; admit countries hesitating to donate to Hamas terror govt.

Frmr. Israeli Ambassador Urges Withdrawal from Judea-Samaria

Dr. Michael Oren insists the political right must 'grow up' and present 'peace plan' - weeks after similar plan led to rocket fire, war.

After Gaza War, Palestinian Infighting Flares

Operation Protective Edge paused the slow collapse of Fatah-Hamas 'unity government' - but is the game now up?

Abbas Denies 'Fabricated' Reports of Sinai State Offer

Secretary-General of Abbas's office says Egypt agrees with PA on 1949 Armistice line borders, never offered Sinai for PA state.

Hamas Hits Back at Abbas as PA Chief Threatens to End Unity Deal

As 'unity deal' flails, Hamas spokesperson condemns Abbas threats of split, says talks with Fatah on unity government forthcoming.

United or Untied? Hamas Resists PA Arrests

'Unity' tensions rise further as Hamas leader calls for Judea Samaria members to resist summonses by PA security forces.

Abbas Threatens to End Hamas Unity Deal

PA chairman says in Cairo he 'can't trust Hamas,' makes outlandish claim that Hamas only lost '50 fighters' in Gaza, while Fatah lost 850.

Fatah Calls on World to Cancel IDF Dual Citizenship

Fatah leader says nations being asked to remove citizenship of Israeli soldiers who 'attacked the Palestinian nation' in Gaza op.

PA TV Feeds Into 9/11 Conspiracy: 'Israel Did It'

A video clip comparing an IDF attack on a Hamas stronghold and the Twin Towers highlights the PA's anti-Israel incitement

PLO to Push Three-Year Deadline for Israeli Withdrawals in UN

PA threatens ICC prosecution if Israel refuses to withdraw from Judea-Samaria - despite evidence that both would hinder peace.

PA Denies Reports It Will Pay Hamas Salaries

Wage war between 'unity partners' continues as PA nixes reports of imminent payment, fearing aid cuts for funding terror.

Watch: PA Charges IDF of 'Same Terror' as 9/11 Attack

With blatantly flawed logic PA TV runs an ad juxtaposing IDF strike on terror building and Al Qaeda terrorism in New York.

Abbas Slams Mashaal for 'Smuggling Weapons Not Against Israel'

Report leaks details of Abbas berating Mashaal in Qatar over Hamas coup attempt against PA, Mashaal denying 'Israeli lie.'

Hamas-Fatah 'Unity Government' Facing Financial Meltdown

PA 'unity government' budget 'below zero', according to a leading minister - because US, Arab states won't meet commitments.

Abbas Once Again Threatens Israel with ICC Action

PA Chairman declares that he will take Israel to the International Criminal Court unless it agrees to negotiate a Palestinian state.

The Real Reason for the PA and Hamas's Wage War

PA promises to pay Hamas employees 'soon as possible' as 'unity' tensions continue; official reveals fears causing the delay.

Hamas Truce Talks Reportedly to Resume in Next 48 Hours

Delegations to return to Cairo as Hamas refuses to disarm, demands sea and airport, terrorist swap. Ya'alon: 'they won't get a seaport.'

Hamas 'Victory Rally' in Abbas's Home Turf of Ramallah

Thousands join celebrations for supposed 'victory' in Gaza op. featuring speeches from Hamas leaders in Gaza, amid jockeying with PA.

PA Officials: Hamas Preventing Abbas from Governing in Gaza

Sources claim Hamas refusing PA supervision, despite unity government agreement and understanding reached after ceasefire.

Arch-Terrorist Barghouti Calls For Fatah Revolution

Jailed Fatah leader writes from prison that the time has come to reject negotiations for 'resistance,' in light of Hamas terror war.

PA to Demand 'Israeli Withdrawal Timetable' at UN

The Palestinian Authority said Thursday that it would demand that Israel set up a 'timetable' for withdrawing from Judea and Samaria.

PA Official Opposes Joining ICC so as to 'Shoot Israelis'

Senior PA official close to Abbas warns of legal problems when PA attacks Israel, adds 'there are no innocent Israelis.'

What's in the deal?

Gaza Ceasefire: What Did Israel Agree to?

PA delegation head reveals what Israel agreed to - and the lone demand it made, which was rejected.

Abbas to Submit 'Surprising' Proposal to Kerry

PA head says he will present a diplomatic solution next week which Washington will probably not like - but which he will insist on.

PA Blasts Hamas for Executing 'Collaborators with Israel'

The Palestinian Authority blasts Hamas officials for executing more than 20 alleged collaborators with Israel, saying this is illegal.

PA Makes 'Political Decision' to 'Slaughter Settlers'

Senior PA and Fatah official close to Abbas says all ties cut with 'enemy' Israel, not stopping anyone from 'slaughtering a settlement.'

PA Daily Claims Teens' Murder 'Fabricated' to Start War

Regular columnist for PA newspaper asserts Israel made up abduction and murder of three teens to attack Gaza and 'Palestinian unity.'

MK Pushes to Make Oslo Accords 'National Tragedy'

Shas MK Eli Yishai, head of Home Front Committee, says Oslo Accords enabled Hamas to become stronger.

MK Calls for End to PA Boycott of Israeli Products

PA boycott encourages global BDS movement while it still owes Israel millions in electricity bills, MK Nissan Slomiansky warns.

MKs Call Foiled Hamas Coup a 'Warning Sign' for Unity Government

Nationalist MKs attack leftists over attempted Hamas coup, after remarks early in the unity pact claimed PA would keep Hamas in line.

US Pressuring PA Not to Sue Israel for 'War Crimes'

ICC says PA and Hamas must resubmit charges against Israel, which would leave them open to war crimes charges as well.

Amended Ceasefire Proposal Includes Terrorist Releases

PA and Hamas delegation slips important changes into its amendments to Egyptian truce proposal.

PA Says Egypt Presented Ceasefire Proposal

PA officials: Egypt presented a proposal that would see a reduction of the naval blockade and of the buffer zone.

Lapid: Abbas Should Return to Power in Gaza

Finance Minister says that international aid to Gaza should be conditioned on the Palestinian Authority returning to power in place ofHamas.

Report: Palestinian Arab Delegation Agrees to 72-Hour Truce

Palestinian media sources claim that all sides have agreed to a 72-hour truce. But is it another false alarm?

PA Foreign Minister: We'll Take Israel to ICC for War Crimes

PA Foreign Minister Riyad al-Malki says his government would take Israel to court over "war crimes" in Gaza.

Fatah Official Calls for Ethnic Cleansing of Israelis, Jews

Central Committee member calls to drive Israeli Jews into the Jordan river and the Mediterranean, in 'solidarity' with Gaza.

PA Continuing with Efforts to Join International Criminal Court

PA’s Foreign Affairs Minister meets ICC officials ahead of possible action against "Israeli war crimes in Gaza".

MKs: Why Make IEC Shoulder PA's Electric Bill?

The Palestinian Authority owes the Israel Electric Company NIS 1.5 billion ($600 million), and the IEC is stuck with the bill.

PA to Send Delegation for Ceasefire Talks

Delegation to include Islamic Jihad, Hamas terrorists; is a cease-fire imminent?

Livni Surprises: No Cease-Fire with Hamas

Justice Minister Livni voices surprisingly strong statement for deterrence, IDF operation in Gaza, says it is a time to eliminate terror.

Arab Rioting in Judea, Samaria Continues; Nine Arrested

Unrest still snowballing behind 1949 Armistice lines, as police rush to apprehend violent Arab rioting.

PA's UN Envoy Pleads for Action Against Israel

PA envoy Riyad Mansour asks the Security Council to take action against "Israel's atrocities".

Peres Advocates Talks, Cease Fire Despite Attacks

President calls to fight Hamas after rocket fire escalates, but holds out for peace talks with PA as riots rage - and even a ceasefire.

Abbas Pleads with Hamas to Stop Rocket Fire

Mahmoud Abbas asks Khaled Meshaal 'not to give Israel an excuse' to launch a Gaza op.; Meshaal holds out for PA to end wage disputes.