Palestinian Authority
PA drafts constitution, omits Jewish ties to Jerusalem, calls for Sharia legal system
The draft constitution also called for the "right of return" for refugees, caring for families of "martyrs, prisoners, and exiles," and reaffirming the PLO's position as representing Palestinians.
Creeping West Bank annexation will sabotage Trump’s Gaza plan, 600 ex-defense officials warn
Between Hamas and Fatah: Different paths, same destination - opinion
'October 7 could have been prevented': Lapid accuses Netanyahu of working to cover up failures
Turkey deepens role in Gaza’s 'Day After' through contacts with Hamas
An examination of the sequence of events and official statements indicates that Turkey is working to advance a framework in which Hamas would be recognized in any future Palestinian arrangement.
Despite pledge to end ‘pay-for-slay,’ Ramallah hides millions in terror stipends
A report by Palestinian Media Watch claims the PA continued pay-for-slay payments in secret by routing funds through civil service, security, and pension frameworks.
Despite Israeli demands, Bank of Palestine refuses to shut down pay-for-slay accounts - exclusive
The bank had agreed to close 1,700 accounts in the West Bank and Gaza, but now claimed it was “unable to act.” The prevailing assessment is that senior PA officials instructed the bank not to comply.
Israel advances bill for authority over West Bank heritage, archaeology sites
Seven MKs voted in favor of the bill, and five MKs opposed it. It will need to pass three readings in the Knesset’s plenum to become a law.
Political games and a message to the West: Expert expects more mock democracy from PA elections
Prof. Kobi Michael said that it was likely PA President Mahmoud Abbas would find another way to postpone elections if it seemed Fatah would lose.
Abbas announces Palestinian Parliament will hold election on November 1
The upcoming election will be the first where council members are elected by vote as opposed to being appointed.
NCAG unveils new logo featuring Palestinian Authority emblem, PMO refuses to accept PA involvement
The logo features an eagle with a shield the colors of the Palestinian flag on its chest, holding a banner. In previous iterations, the banner read "Palestine", but the NCAG version reads "NCAG."
Israel to reopen Rafah Crossing to civilians, coordinate with Egypt, EU, PA on security
Entrance and exit through the crossing will be allowed only through coordination first with Egypt, Army Radio explained on Wednesday. Egypt will then transfer names to the Shin Bet.
TikTok influencer shutters Ramallah café, alleges $100K scam linked to PA official
A TikTok influencer claimed that two Palestinians in the West Bank, one linked to the Palestinian Authority, “scammed” her out of more than $100,000, leading to her arrest.
Jewish worshippers hold daytime prayer at Joseph's Tomb for first time in 25 years
The service came following a decision by Defense Minister Israel Katz to expand entry hours to the site beyond nighttime visits.
