News and updates about PLO

PLO warns against Passover Sacrifice on Temple Mount

The Palestine Liberation Organization denies the historical and religious Jewish connection to the Temple Mount and warns against plans to perform the Passover sacrifice during the upcoming holiday.

PLO warns against Passover Sacrifice on Temple Mount

Senior PLO official: "Hamas is not a terrorist organization"

A senior official in the Palestinian Authority (PA) met with leaders of Palestinian Arab terror organizations involved in the deadly October 7th attack, aiming to create cooperation.

Senior PLO official: "Hamas is not a terrorist organization"

Calls for dialogue

PLO official says Hamas is not a terrorist group

Azzam al-Ahmad rejects Hamas disarmament, criticizes US proposals, and reveals plans for discussions on Hamas joining the PLO.

PLO official says Hamas is not a terrorist group

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'

Abbas announces first-ever direct elections for PLO parliament

PA chairman sets November 1 elections for the PLO’s parliament, the first time its members will be chosen by direct popular vote.

Abbas announces first-ever direct elections for PLO parliament

Fatah sets conditions for administering Gaza

The Fatah movement, led by Mahmoud Abbas (Abu Mazen), emphasized that any future arrangement in the Gaza Strip must be conducted under Palestinian national legitimacy, embodied in the PLO and the State of Palestine.

Fatah sets conditions for administering Gaza

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

The day the Palestinians were born

Arafat and the PLO delivered them on July 17, 1968. Opinion.

The day the Palestinians were born

Ex-terrorist:

I gave info on hostages, the Shin Bet ignored me

Mohammad Massad, ex-PLO member turned activist, claims he delivered detailed hostage locations from Gaza to Shin Bet, but officials ignored his messages.

I gave info on hostages, the Shin Bet ignored me

US imposes sanctions on PLO, PA officials over terror support

The US has imposed visa bans on PLO and PA officials, citing violations of peace accords, international legal actions against Israel, and ongoing support for terrorism.

US imposes sanctions on PLO, PA officials over terror support

Abbas mandates:

PLO parliamentary elections by end of 2025

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas decrees that elections for the PLO’s legislative body, the Palestinian National Council, be held by the end of 2025. The 350-member council will include representatives from both the homeland and diaspora.

PLO parliamentary elections by end of 2025

Landmark SCOTUS ruling:

American terror victims can sue PA, PLO

In unanimous ruling, the US Supreme Court enables American terror victims to sue the Palestinian Authority and PLO. The ruling reopens cases, including one where a jury awarded $655 million.

American terror victims can sue PA, PLO

PLO leaders attack:

'Hamas must relinquish control of the Gaza Strip'

A PLO parliament member calls on Hamas to engage in soul-searching in light of the "starvation and mass destruction" in the Gaza Strip and to join the PLO.

'Hamas must relinquish control of the Gaza Strip'

Speech on behalf of Abbas:

'The Nakba is the greatest crime in history'

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas’s deputy claims at a ceremony marking the "Nakba" that Israel is trying to force Palestinians to relinquish their rights.

'The Nakba is the greatest crime in history'

Hamas: Appointment of deputy to PA chairman 'improper'

Hamas terror group slams appointment of deputy to Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas, says 'Palestinian nation' wants to end 'aggression, starvation, and war' - and does not have an interest in pacifying outside sources.

Hamas: Appointment of deputy to PA chairman 'improper'

Mahmoud Abbas' new deputy

Palestinian Authority chair Mahmoud Abbas' new deputy named as Fatah Secretary-General and terrorist Hussein al-Sheikh, who served a prison sentence in Israel.

Mahmoud Abbas' new deputy

Abbas successor?

PLO approves creation of vice president role

PLO approves a vice president post for the first time, signaling potential leadership succession for leader Mahmoud Abbas.

PLO approves creation of vice president role

Qatar

White House Envoy, Arab officials discuss Gaza reconstruction

The Arab ministers emphasized the importance of maintaining the ceasefire and investing an effort to reach a just peace based on the two-state solution to ensure the realization of the Palestinian aspiration for freedom and independence.

White House Envoy, Arab officials discuss Gaza reconstruction

PLO warns:

‘Serious consequences’ from Sweden’s funding cuts to UNRWA

Palestine Liberation Organization expresses grave concern over Sweden's decision to reduce its funding to the UN agency for “Palestinian refugees”.

‘Serious consequences’ from Sweden’s funding cuts to UNRWA

Over Middle East attacks

Supreme Court to rule on whether PA can be sued in US

US Supreme Court agrees to resolve a long-standing legal battle over whether the PA and PLO can be sued in US courts by Americans killed or injured in terrorist attacks in the Middle East. Arguments likely to take place in the spring.

Supreme Court to rule on whether PA can be sued in US

BBC journalists quit union over Palestinian colors directive

Several BBC journalists quit the National Union of Journalists after receiving directives from the Trades Union Congress (TUC) encouraging workers to dress in Palestinian Arab colors or wear a keffiyeh for a “Day of Action for Palestine”.

BBC journalists quit union over Palestinian colors directive

Amsterdam:

Anti-Israel protesters detained as demonstrations continue

Pro-Palestinian Arab demonstrators carrying PLO flags detained in Amsterdam's city center after defying restrictions put in place following last week’s pogrom.

Anti-Israel protesters detained as demonstrations continue

Palestinian Arabs livid over terrorist deportations law

Senior PLO official Rawhi Fattouh says the new law is part of "the policy of ethnic cleansing of the Palestinian presence in the territories of 1948".

Palestinian Arabs livid over terrorist deportations law

Judea, Samaria, and Lebanon:

More than 60 PLO terrorists arrested

In an extensive operation by Israeli forces against the PLO throughout Judea, Samaria, and Lebanon, dozens of terrorists were arrested and others were eliminated.

More than 60 PLO terrorists arrested

PLO official blasts Israel:

Elimination of terrorists in PA territories is a 'war crime'

The speaker of the PLO parliament calls the elimination of five terrorists during an IDF operation in Tubas "a brutal war crime".

Elimination of terrorists in PA territories  is a 'war crime'

The Beatles versus the “Palestinians"

Okay, okay, John Lennon wrote "Imagine," but what does it matter if Doomsday is coming closer and closer? Op-ed.

The Beatles versus the “Palestinians"

Watch:

French parliament member waved Palestine flag and debate stopped

During a debate on the IDF strikes in Rafah, French member of parliament Sébastien Delogu waved the Palestine flag, bringing the debate to a halt.

French parliament member waved Palestine flag and debate stopped

Fatah to Hamas and Islamic Jihad: Join the PLO

Fatah movement calls on all Palestinian Arab organizations, meaning also Hamas and Islamic Jihad, to join the PLO to realize the return of the refugees and the establishment of "Palestine".

Fatah to Hamas and Islamic Jihad: Join the PLO

Jewish Sovereignty; a Jewish priority?

The war against Hamas and its supporters – and the upcoming-war against Hezbollah – is all about Israel’s right to self-defense, its survival, and, therefore, about Jewish sovereignty. Op-ed.

Jewish Sovereignty; a Jewish priority?

Hamas: After the war, a unity government will rule Gaza

All major Palestinian Arab groups in Gaza are considering a joint unity government to rebuild Gaza following the war.

Hamas: After the war, a unity government will rule Gaza

Report: Israel agreed to free Intifada terrorists

A PLO official claims that Israel offered to free two terrorists serving multiple life sentences in return for hostages.

Report: Israel agreed to free Intifada terrorists

PA chairman rejects proposal to establish government of experts

PA leadership rejects proposal to establish a government that will oversee the Gaza Strip in cooperation with Hamas.

PA chairman rejects proposal to establish government of experts

PLO official:

'The Palestinian Authority should control Gaza'

Secretary of PLO Executive Committee says the Palestinian Authority should be allowed to control the Gaza Strip after the end of the war.

'The Palestinian Authority should control Gaza'

Abbas:

'Hamas actions do not represent Palestinian people'

In second condemnation of Hamas massacre, PA chairman says the PLO is the "sole representative" of Palestinian Arabs.

'Hamas actions do not represent Palestinian people'

Pro-Palestinian activists hand out sweets for massacre

German supporters of the PLO handed out sweets to passersby to celebrate the attack on Israel.

Pro-Palestinian activists hand out sweets for massacre

Cheering escort accompanies Hamas operative to prison

Dozens came to show support for a woman found to have aided Hamas under the guise of humanitarian work.

Cheering escort accompanies Hamas operative to prison

PM's Office:

'Israelis demonstrating alongside PLO - this has never happened'

The Prime Minister's Office clarifies the Prime Minister's previous statements regarding the anti-government protests in the US.

'Israelis demonstrating alongside PLO - this has never happened'

Sept. 8, 1978: The shadow of PLO terrorism in Iran's Revolution

It is commonly seen as a popular uprising for freedom, but research reveals a darker side -terrorism, brutality and foreign influence.Op-ed.

Sept. 8, 1978: The shadow of PLO terrorism in Iran's Revolution

PLO calls to disrupt Tisha B'Av services

A message published in Jerusalem calls for protesters to occupy the Temple Mount to prevent Jewish visits during Tisha B'Av.

PLO calls to disrupt Tisha B'Av services

PA official warns Gallant:

'The current situation is unacceptable'

Following conversation with Gallant, top PA official says PA leadership will gather to decide on future of relations with Israel.

'The current situation is unacceptable'

PLO official to ICC:

'Expedite the probe of the crimes of the occupation'

PLO official Hussein Al-Sheikh urges ICC chief prosecutor to expedite decision on probe of Israel's alleged crimes.

'Expedite the probe of the crimes of the occupation'

IDF soldiers jailed for burning PLO flag

Two soldiers were sent to 14 and 15 days in an IDF detention center after burning the flag and uploading the footage to social media.

IDF soldiers jailed for burning PLO flag

Mahmoud Abbas:

'Attempts to undermine PLO will fail'

The PA chairman spoke at an event marking 59 years of the organization. 'The PLO the most important achievement in Palestinian politics.'

'Attempts to undermine PLO will fail'

Police remove PLO flags in the north

In accordance with the policy outlined by Minister Ben Gvir to the police, PLO flags along Highway 65 near Wadi Ara were removed.

Police remove PLO flags in the north

Arabs livid over bill revoking citizenship of terrorists

PLO parliament chairman, Hamas organization blast law revoking Israeli citizenship of terrorist who receives a salary from the PA.

Arabs livid over bill revoking citizenship of terrorists

Otzma Yehudit MK grabs PLO flag from student at Tel Aviv U

MK Almog Cohen: We won't allow incitement and the next murder when we haven't even buried our brothers yet.

Otzma Yehudit MK grabs PLO flag from student at Tel Aviv U

Op-ed:

Sarah Margon personifies what’s wrong with America and its Jewry

Sarah Margon was dead wrong. Dead, as in Stephens, Sean Smith, and two CIA operatives, Glen Doherty, and Tyrone Woods. Op-ed.

Sarah Margon personifies what’s wrong with America and its Jewry

PLO flag flown in Jerusalem's Mea Shearim neighborhood

Group of extremists wave PLO flag to express opposition to State of Israel in haredi neighborhood.

PLO flag flown in Jerusalem's Mea Shearim neighborhood

The Palestinian Authority/PLO flag is a hate symbol

Banning the PLO flag is an act of self preservation and self-respect. Op-ed.

The Palestinian Authority/PLO flag is a hate symbol

Ben Gvir's new directive:

Remove PLO flags and disperse incidents of incitement

National Security Minister instructs Police Commissioner to allow every policeman on duty to remove PLO flags.

Remove PLO flags and disperse incidents of incitement

New report:

Munich terrorist continued to live in Germany after massacre

One of the terrorists who partook in the 1972 murder of Israeli athletes was freed and continued to work for PLO while living in Berlin

Munich terrorist continued to live in Germany after massacre

Meretz

Fatah leadership sees Israeli party leader as one of their own

The leadership of the PLO and the Fatah movement sent an official greeting to Zehava Galon: "The struggle to end the occupation is alive and

Fatah leadership sees Israeli party leader as one of their own

Jerusalem is not referred to once in the 1964 PLO Charter

In the original PLO Charter there is no mention of nor claim to the city they now promote as theirs by right since time immemorial. Op-ed.

Jerusalem is not referred to once in the 1964 PLO Charter

Op-ed:

President Biden: Remember the number 1409

There is a number, one number, of which President Biden must be made aware. It is the crux of the issue for the citizens of Israel.Op-ed.

President Biden: Remember the number 1409

Abbas meets visiting senior US diplomats

PA chairman asks visiting US officials to remove PLO from terror list, reopen US consulate in Jerusalem.

Abbas meets visiting senior US diplomats

Bennett votes in favor:

Knesset approves law banning waving of PLO flags

Law banning PLO flags in universities approved in a preliminary reading in the Knesset.

Knesset approves law banning waving of PLO flags

Arafat advisor to Israeli Jews: 'Topple Zionist regime'

A former advisor to the PLO chairman compares Jews to Nazis, says Sephardic Jews are waiting to return to their 'native' lands.

Arafat advisor to Israeli Jews: 'Topple Zionist regime'

A tribute to Irgun Commander Shmuel Katz, an iconic Jewish hero

During these challenging times, the works of Katz, whose Zionism was inspiring and whose words are evidential truth, are a must. Op-ed

A tribute to Irgun Commander Shmuel Katz, an iconic Jewish hero

'Can the Negev Summit lead to Israel-PLO-Egypt-Jordan talks?

Jordan’s Foreign Minister Ayman al-Safdi will be meeting PLO leader Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah during the Summit and may then join it. Op-ed.

'Can the Negev Summit lead to Israel-PLO-Egypt-Jordan talks?

The PLO Charter Amendment that never was

They seem to have fooled the world. If you read this, they will not have fooled you anymore. Two-state solution, anyone? Op-ed.

The PLO Charter Amendment that never was