Palestinian Authority

Hamas condemns PA forces for killing two children in West Bank op.

Hamas described the incident as a “serious crime” and a “black mark” on the PA’s record, saying the establishment “used force against their own people instead of protecting them”.

MEMBERS OF the Palestinian security forces show a presence in Jenin in the West Bank, earlier this month. Airstrikes by the Israel Air Force on Palestinian-controlled areas, including Jenin, are a significant escalation in Israeli defense, says the writer.
New logo of the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza

Future Gaza admin. unveils updated logo after adding shield, olive branch to PA emblem

Finance Minister and Head of the Religious Zionist Party Bezalel Smotrich leads a faction meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, February 16, 2026.

Smotrich announces intention to abolish Oslo Accords, dismantle PA during next term

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir during a 40 signatures debate, at the plenum hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on November 10, 2025.

Israel should enact the Ben-Gvir death penalty law - opinion


‘Time to end the Oslo illusion’: Minister Strock says Israel must scrap PA security apparatus

Strock reserved some of her sharpest criticism for the PA security forces, which Western governments – including the US – have long supported as a stabilizing partner.

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni (not pictured) meet at Chigi Palace, in Rome, Italy, November 7, 2025.

Swiss increase aid to Palestinian Authority, Gaza in support of US peace plan

The Swiss government announced that it would commit 23 million Swiss francs to support humanitarian aid efforts and Palestinian institutions.

Swiss flag.

Israeli, Palestinian UN envoys spar as Mansour accuses Israel of seeking ceasefire collapse

In addition to accusations of ceasefire noncompliance in Gaza, Mansour also alleged Israel has exercised policies "aimed at undermining the PA politically, financially, and militarily."

Permanent Observer for the State of Palestine to the United Nations, Riyad Mansour, addresses a Security Council meeting at the United Nations headquarters in New York City, US, March 18, 2025.

PA Vice President Hussein Al Sheikh, Tony Blair discuss postwar Gaza plans in Ramallah meeting

The meeting follows the UN Security Council vote to back US President Donald Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan.

Hussein al-Sheikh, attends the 32nd Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO) Central Council session in Ramallah on April 23, 2025.

New Gaza militia declares war on Hamas: 'Your dirty shoes are more honorable' - report

'Whoever says ‘no’ to Hamas is a hero. It’s those traitors that need to be dealt with,” Nasira said.

Shawqi Abu Nasira addressing his militia men in Khan Yunis, Gaza. November, 2025.

EU probe into Palestinian Authority shows violations of 'pay-for-slay' ban - report

The pay-for-slay program by the PA was said to have ended in February earlier this year, after President Mahmoud Abbas had signed a decree canceling it.

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni (not pictured) meet at Chigi Palace, in Rome, Italy, November 7, 2025.

IDF kills Palestinian Authority police officer who shot, wounded soldier

A second Palestinian Authority police officer was arrested after surrendering to the IDF.

Weapons used by the terrorist in Nablus.

'Regards from Metzad': Jewish extremists commit arson, attack Palestinians in West Bank

One Palestinian was severely injured in the attack, and another was moderately injured. 

Israeli settlers riot at a Palestinian village in the West Bank, setting fire to cars and homes, on November 17, 2025

Can a European-trained Palestinian police force in Gaza stop Hamas infiltration? - analysis

Creating a police force is a necessary way to stabilize an area after conflict. The EU can play a role, but it needs to act to do so. 

Hamas terrorists escort members of the Red Cross towards an area within the Yellow Line in Gaza City, November 20, 2025

Trump's roadmap for Gaza requires free and fair elections for Palestinians - opinion

While Israelis are going to the ballot box for the 10th time in the last 20 years, Palestinians have not had the opportunity to choose their leadership freely for two decades.

US AMBASSADOR Mike Waltz votes at the UN Security Council in favor of a resolution for a UN mandate to establish an international stabilization force in Gaza, on Monday.