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Palestinians Try to Sway Trump, Reaching Out to Tiffany Trump's Relative

Mahmoud Abbas is reshaping his relationship with Donald Trump to influence future peace negotiations amidst ongoing conflict in Gaza.

Saudi Arabia Pledges to Send Funding for Palestinians

Saudi Arabia is restoring financial aid to the Palestinian Authority, signaling improved relations post-Trump and support for a Palestinian state.

Palestinians Try to Sway Trump, Reaching Out to Tiffany Trump's Relative

Mahmoud Abbas is reshaping his relationship with Donald Trump to influence future peace negotiations amidst ongoing conflict in Gaza.

Saudi Arabia Pledges to Send Funding for Palestinians

Saudi Arabia is restoring financial aid to the Palestinian Authority, signaling improved relations post-Trump and support for a Palestinian state.
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Palestinian officials accuse Israeli settlers of overnight arsonattack

Israeli settlers attacked neighborhoods in Al-Bireh, burning vehicles with no reported injuries, while the Palestinian Authority condemned the actions.
The Palestinian Authority criticized Israel's termination of an agreement with UNRWA that aids Palestinian territories.

An NPR investigation: A murder in Hebron

Ahmad Abu Markhiya's decapitation reflects profound societal violence, intersecting personal tragedy with broader political implications in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
from english.elpais.com
2 months ago

Abu Shujaa, the armed idol of Tulkarem assassinated by Israel on the sixth attempt. They listened to him more than the president'

Abu Shujaa's assassination highlights the tragic complexity of Palestinian leadership dynamics and ongoing conflict in the region.
from www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Israel has launched a massive assault on the West Bank. Why and why now?

Israel has launched its largest military assault in 20 years in the West Bank, killing at least 10 Palestinians amidst rising tensions.
from www.nytimes.com
3 months ago

A Show of Support for Hamas in a Rival's Backyard

The Palestinian Authority showed unusual sympathy and tolerance towards Hamas after the assassination of its political leader.
The Palestinian Authority is losing support to factions favoring armed struggle like Hamas, amid escalating Israeli raids and settler attacks in the West Bank.

Palestinian officials accuse Israeli settlers of overnight arsonattack

Israeli settlers attacked neighborhoods in Al-Bireh, burning vehicles with no reported injuries, while the Palestinian Authority condemned the actions.
The Palestinian Authority criticized Israel's termination of an agreement with UNRWA that aids Palestinian territories.

An NPR investigation: A murder in Hebron

Ahmad Abu Markhiya's decapitation reflects profound societal violence, intersecting personal tragedy with broader political implications in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Abu Shujaa, the armed idol of Tulkarem assassinated by Israel on the sixth attempt. They listened to him more than the president'

Abu Shujaa's assassination highlights the tragic complexity of Palestinian leadership dynamics and ongoing conflict in the region.

Israel has launched a massive assault on the West Bank. Why and why now?

Israel has launched its largest military assault in 20 years in the West Bank, killing at least 10 Palestinians amidst rising tensions.

A Show of Support for Hamas in a Rival's Backyard

The Palestinian Authority showed unusual sympathy and tolerance towards Hamas after the assassination of its political leader.
The Palestinian Authority is losing support to factions favoring armed struggle like Hamas, amid escalating Israeli raids and settler attacks in the West Bank.
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Missing in action': Where has Palestinian Authority been since October 7?

The Palestinian Authority's leadership has increasingly been seen as disconnected and ineffective amidst escalating violence and suffering in Palestine.

UN General Assembly: Abbas tells leaders to end war in Gaza DW 09/26/2024

Abbas urges global community to stop arms to Israel, declaring it responsible for Palestinian suffering and genocide.

Palestinian leader Abbas tells Turkish parliament he will go to Gaza

Abbas vowed to support Palestinians in Gaza at any cost, condemning international inaction amidst escalating violence.

Missing in action': Where has Palestinian Authority been since October 7?

The Palestinian Authority's leadership has increasingly been seen as disconnected and ineffective amidst escalating violence and suffering in Palestine.

UN General Assembly: Abbas tells leaders to end war in Gaza DW 09/26/2024

Abbas urges global community to stop arms to Israel, declaring it responsible for Palestinian suffering and genocide.

Palestinian leader Abbas tells Turkish parliament he will go to Gaza

Abbas vowed to support Palestinians in Gaza at any cost, condemning international inaction amidst escalating violence.
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UN hostility will not trouble Netanyahu, but now he has angered the US | Patrick Wintour

Netanyahu's conflicts with the UN have escalated post-Hamas attack, showing Israel's blatant defiance of international resolutions.

U.S. fears Israeli minister may crash Palestinian banks, cause economic collapse

Economic collapse of Palestinian banks could destabilize the West Bank and exacerbate regional conflict.
Israel's finance minister poses significant risk to Palestinian Authority through banking control.

Israel cannot win Gaza war without day-after' plan, Blinken warns

Without a post-war strategy for Gaza, Hamas or worse could re-emerge, warns US diplomat.

Hamas demands Israel release terror mastermind behind many deadly attacks Marwan Barghouti in exchange for hostages

Hamas is demanding the release of Marwan Barghouti as part of cease-fire negotiations with Israel
Barghouti is a high-profile Palestinian political leader who is serving multiple life sentences for his role in deadly attacks

Friday Briefing

A clear line between war and peace in Gaza is implausible, with Israeli forces expected to remain in the territory for a long time.
A sustainable settlement in Gaza would require a regional deal involving countries like Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Jordan, and Qatar led by the US.

Why is Israel sending Palestinian taxes to Norway?

Israel has frozen public money destined for Gaza since November.
Israel has approved a plan to send the frozen funds to Norway instead of the Palestinian Authority.

UN hostility will not trouble Netanyahu, but now he has angered the US | Patrick Wintour

Netanyahu's conflicts with the UN have escalated post-Hamas attack, showing Israel's blatant defiance of international resolutions.

U.S. fears Israeli minister may crash Palestinian banks, cause economic collapse

Economic collapse of Palestinian banks could destabilize the West Bank and exacerbate regional conflict.
Israel's finance minister poses significant risk to Palestinian Authority through banking control.

Israel cannot win Gaza war without day-after' plan, Blinken warns

Without a post-war strategy for Gaza, Hamas or worse could re-emerge, warns US diplomat.

Hamas demands Israel release terror mastermind behind many deadly attacks Marwan Barghouti in exchange for hostages

Hamas is demanding the release of Marwan Barghouti as part of cease-fire negotiations with Israel
Barghouti is a high-profile Palestinian political leader who is serving multiple life sentences for his role in deadly attacks

Friday Briefing

A clear line between war and peace in Gaza is implausible, with Israeli forces expected to remain in the territory for a long time.
A sustainable settlement in Gaza would require a regional deal involving countries like Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Jordan, and Qatar led by the US.

Why is Israel sending Palestinian taxes to Norway?

Israel has frozen public money destined for Gaza since November.
Israel has approved a plan to send the frozen funds to Norway instead of the Palestinian Authority.
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Funeral procession held for US-Turkish peace activist killed in West Bank

The killing of Eygi during a protest raises questions about the conduct of Israeli forces and demands for an independent investigation.

Is the Palestinian Authority still relevant?

Palestinian Authority appoints new prime minister under US pressure
New prime minister lacks political experience

Palestinian President Abbas appoints Mohammed Mustafa as prime minister

Appointment of Mohammed Mustafa as the new prime minister by Mahmoud Abbas under US pressure for reform.
Focus on Mustafa's task of forming a new government, unifying administration, and fighting corruption.

Norway to help transfer tax funds frozen by Israel to Palestinian Authority

Norway to help transfer tax revenues to PA
Israel froze funds meant for Palestinians in Gaza

Sunak outlines pathway to peace' in Israel-Hamas war

Rishi Sunak outlines pathway to peace in Israel-Hamas war
Hamas must release all hostages and Palestinian Authority must return to provide governance, services and security

Opinion | Palestinian 'Pay for Slay' Keeps Growing

Palestinian Authority law requires compensation for terrorists
PA announces additional 'martyrs' to receive financial support
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Israel approves law to strip Arab attackers of citizenship

Israel's parliament on Wednesday overwhelmingly approved a law to strip Arabs convicted in nationalistic attacks of their Israeli citizenship or residency and deport them if they have accepted stipends from the Palestinian Authority.The decision, which could potentially affect hundreds of Palestinian citizens and residents of Israel, was condemned as racist by Arab lawmakers as well as Palestinian officials in the occupied West Bank.

U.S. Officials Repatriate a Looted Relic to the Palestinian Authority

American officials met with representatives of the Palestinian Authority in Bethlehem on Thursday and handed back a 2,700-year-old looted item in what officials said was the first time the United States had repatriated a stolen relic to the Palestinian government.The object, described as a cosmetic spoon, was a tool carved from ivory and dating to between 800 and 700 B.C.

Israel approves law to strip Arab attackers of citizenship

Israel's parliament on Wednesday overwhelmingly approved a law to strip Arabs convicted in nationalistic attacks of their Israeli citizenship or residency and deport them if they have accepted stipends from the Palestinian Authority.The decision, which could potentially affect hundreds of Palestinian citizens and residents of Israel, was condemned as racist by Arab lawmakers as well as Palestinian officials in the occupied West Bank.

U.S. Officials Repatriate a Looted Relic to the Palestinian Authority

American officials met with representatives of the Palestinian Authority in Bethlehem on Thursday and handed back a 2,700-year-old looted item in what officials said was the first time the United States had repatriated a stolen relic to the Palestinian government.The object, described as a cosmetic spoon, was a tool carved from ivory and dating to between 800 and 700 B.C.
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