Palestinian Authority

The case for chaos: Why Israel must avoid another Gaza containment policy

Israel needs to get used to the idea that, in the absence of an entity willing to take Gaza under its wing, chaos will prevail there.

Abbas names Hussein al-Sheikh as deputy, likely succesor to PLO

Al-Sheikh said that the Palestinian Authority was carrying out reforms and forming a new government as the US and Arab countries requested, but it was not receiving enough support.

26/04/2025

Palestinians establish vice presidency post, no candidate named yet

According to the statement, Abbas has the right to assign tasks to the deputy, relieve him of his post, or accept his resignation.

By REUTERS
24/04/2025
 Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas holds a leadership meeting in Ramallah, in the West Bank

Palestinian factions slam Abbas for criticizing Hamas, 'upholding Zionist narrative'

According to the factions, "Abbas's speech was consistent with the occupation's narrative and the Zionist narrative, as if he were a partner in protecting Israel's security."

'Sons of dogs, release the hostages,' Mahmoud Abbas tells Hamas

He also stressed that "Hamas must end its control of the Gaza Strip and hand over its weapons to the Palestinian Authority." 

No hostages, no humanity: The Palestinians' evasion of responsibility

It should never be forgotten that Hamas sparked this war. It continues to hold hostages. It hides among civilians. Yet, Aghabekian’s commentary features no condemnation of the group.

The Western world wants to keep Israel weak

President Emmanuel Macron of France said so most succinctly this week by averring that Israel “has the right to defend itself, but within proportion.”

France’s Middle East envoy: I have confidence in Macron’s peace plan

"If humanitarian aid does not enter... France is ready to deploy its army and French organizations...to assist with the problem and distribute the aid ourselves,” Bronstein stated. 

PA President Abbas, French President Macron discuss Israel-Hamas ceasefire, reject Gaza plan

The two discussed the possibility of the Palestinian Authority assuming “full responsibility” in Gaza, including security duties.

EU announces €1.6 billion support package for Palestinian Authority reforms

The European Union will provide €1.6 billion in financial support to the Palestinian Authority, contingent on reforms to strengthen its governance and credibility.

By REUTERS
14/04/2025
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