Mahmoud Abbas
Palestinian Authority continues to pay terrorists, US State Department report confirms
Under the Taylor Force Act (2018), Washington is unable to offer economic aid to Ramallah until it ends pay-for-slay payments and its statements of public support for terrorism.
Palestinians in Gaza to vote in municipal elections, offering view into support for Hamas
PA drafts constitution, omits Jewish ties to Jerusalem, calls for Sharia legal system
Russia proposes running hospital in Gaza Strip as Phase II of peace deal raises Israeli concern
Chinese envoy visited Sa'ar in Israel, Abbas in Ramallah this week, ministry says
Zhai Jun, special envoy of the Chinese government on the Middle East issue, was in Israel from Tuesday to Thursday and held talks with Israeli officials, including Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar.
What challenges will Israel face in the Middle East in the upcoming year? - analysis
With 2025 coming to a close, many of Israel's issues remain unresolved. It’s worth examining 2026's challenges one at a time and assessing the hurdles Israel still faces.
Palestinian Authority President Abbas faces backlash over cutting 'pay-for-slay' salaries
Palestinians have held protests across the West Bank, accusing Mahmoud Abbas and his leadership of “disrespecting the sacrifices made by the Palestinian people.”
Israeli authorities prevented PA VP from attending Christmas Eve mass in Bethlehem - report
Israeli authorities prevent PA Vice President Hussein al-Sheikh from attending Bethlehem's Christmas Eve mass, the Palestinian Authority-run WAFA claimed, as celebrations resume after two years.
The US must push Palestinians with sanctions, ostracizations instead of coddling - opinion
An end to the conflict will continue to be impeded by Palestinian intransigence until serious actions against them demonstrate that reform is their only path to survival.
Abbas's unilateral successor pick sparks fears of division, anarchy among Palestinians
Palestinians fear that Abbas’s decision to unilaterally appoint his successor could lead to internal tension, political division, and even anarchy.
Palestinian Authority's succession struggle: Who will succeed Mahmoud Abbas? - analysis
As PA president, Mahmoud Abbas enters his tenth decade, rival factions, popular prisoners, and regional powers brace for a turbulent succession.
Dr. Einat Wilf: 'We lied to ourselves about the Palestinians'
Wilf says her focus is to confront the “right of return” and UNRWA’s role in perpetuating conflict, arguing that state services should prioritize those who serve the state.
WATCH: Herzog, German Chancellor Merz discuss final Gaza hostage, Arrow 3 exchange in Jerusalem
Merz will also meet with Prime Minister Netanyahu on Sunday morning, before visiting Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial later in the day.
Saudi Arabia sends $90 million to rescue Palestinian Authority from financial collapse
The PA’s financial collapse has become a broader diplomatic issue. France, Norway, Spain, and Saudi Arabia have launched efforts to rally outside donors.
