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Gaza transition plan: Hamas to hand over administration to technocrats under US-brokered Board of Peace

Hamas says it will dissolve its Gaza administration once a nonpartisan technocratic panel takes over, under a US-brokered plan supervised by an international 'Board of Peace' to oversee disarmament, deployment of an international security force, Israeli troop pullbacks, and reconstruction; the technocrats and board members are not named, and their clearance by Israel and the US remains unresolved amid ongoing ceasefire tensions and casualties.

via Euronews.com|

#board-of-peace #gaza #hamas

middle-east2 days ago•4 min saved

Abbas Cleared After Routine Medical Tests in Ramallah Hospital

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, 90, was released from Istishari Arab Hospital in Ramallah after routine medical tests; WAFA said the results were reassuring and his health remains stable as he continues to oversee PA affairs.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#hospital #mahmoud-abbas #middle-east

middle-east19 days ago•4 min saved

Controversy Over Palestinian Authority's 'Pay-for-Slay' Policy and Its Impact

Palestinian Authority President Abbas faces protests and criticism after canceling the 'pay-for-slay' policy, replacing it with a needs-based system amid economic pressures and international criticism, sparking national debate over prisoners' rights and political integrity.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#abbas #fatah #middle-east

world20 days ago•2 min saved

Palestinians Arrested for Alleged Church Firebombing Amid Christmas Tensions

Three Palestinians were arrested in Jenin, West Bank, for allegedly setting fire to a Christmas tree and damaging a Nativity scene at a Catholic church, amid rising tensions and threats to the Christian community in the region. The church quickly replaced the damaged decorations, emphasizing unity and condemning the act as an isolated incident. The incident highlights ongoing sectarian and religious tensions in the area, which is facing increased violence and threats from both Israeli settlers and Palestinian extremists.

via AP News|

#arson #christianity #palestinian-authority

world2 months ago•2 min saved

US and UN Engage in Gaza Security and Stabilization Efforts

U.S. and Palestinian diplomats met at the UN to discuss a draft resolution for an international security force in Gaza, aiming to facilitate a transition of control from Hamas to the Palestinian Authority, with support from some European countries but opposition from Israel and disagreements over the PA's role.

via Axios|

#gaza #international-security-force #palestinian-authority

world3 months ago•12 min saved

Palestinian President Abbas Denounces Israeli Actions as Genocide at UN

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas accused Israel of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza, condemned settlement expansion, and rejected Hamas's role in future governance, while addressing the UN remotely after US visa revocation. The article also covers international reactions, military actions, and geopolitical developments related to the conflict.

via The Guardian|

#gaza #israel #mahmoud-abbas

world3 months ago•1 min saved

Canada and Allies Recognize Palestinian State Amid Diplomatic Tensions

Canada has recognized Palestinian statehood contingent on reforms by the Palestinian Authority, excluding Hamas from governance, and ensuring a demilitarized state, while maintaining support for Israel and advocating for a two-state solution.

via Politico|

#canada #diplomacy #hamas

world3 months ago•4 min saved

UN Approves Video Address for Palestinian Leader Amid US Visa Dispute

The U.S. has denied visas to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas for the upcoming UN General Assembly, citing national security concerns, leading to a dispute over the legal obligations under the 1947 U.S.-UN Headquarters Agreement, which generally mandates unimpeded access for UN representatives, but is challenged by U.S. legislation prioritizing national security.

via The New York Times|

#diplomatic-access #palestinian-authority #united-nations

world4 months ago•6 min saved

US Restricts Palestinian Diplomatic Access Amid Gaza Tensions

The Trump administration's decision to deny visas to Palestinian Authority officials attending the U.N. session signals a move aligned with Israeli interests, aiming to undermine Palestinian diplomatic efforts and possibly indicating plans for Gaza's future, including proposals for relocating Palestinians and reshaping the region, amidst ongoing conflict and diplomatic tensions.

via Slate|

#diplomacy #gaza #palestinian-authority

world4 months ago•2 min saved

US Tightens Visa Restrictions on Palestinians Amid Diplomatic Tensions

The US State Department has instructed diplomats to refuse most nonimmigrant visas to Palestinian passport holders, including those from the West Bank and Gaza, as part of broader restrictions amid ongoing conflicts and diplomatic tensions, citing national security concerns.

via CNN|

#gaza #immigration-policy #palestinian-authority

world4 months ago•1 min saved

US and EU Restrict Palestinian Officials' Access to UN Meetings

The European Union has decided to refuse and revoke entry visas for Palestinian Authority and PLO members attending the UN General Assembly in New York, urging reconsideration due to existing agreements between the UN and the host state.

via consilium.europa.eu|

#diplomacy #eu #palestinian-authority

world4 months ago•3 min saved

US Revokes Visas of Palestinian Officials Ahead of UN Assembly

The U.S. has revoked the visas of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and 80 other officials ahead of the UN General Assembly, citing national security concerns and non-compliance with commitments to combat terrorism, prompting protests from the Palestinian Authority and raising international legal questions.

via PBS|

#mahmoud-abbas #palestinian-authority #un-general-assembly

world4 months ago•4 min saved

US Denies Visas to Palestinian Leaders for UN General Assembly

The US is denying visas to Palestinian Authority leaders, including President Mahmoud Abbas, ahead of the UN general assembly, citing security and compliance concerns, aligning with Israel's stance amid ongoing Gaza conflict and regional tensions.

via The Guardian|

#gaza-conflict #israel #palestinian-authority

world4 months ago•1 min saved

US revokes visas for Palestinian officials ahead of UN General Assembly

The US announced the denial and revocation of visas for Palestinian officials from the PA and PLO ahead of the UN General Assembly, aiming to limit Palestinian participation amid ongoing conflicts and international recognition efforts, while demanding the PA reject terrorism and cease unilateral state recognition efforts.

via CNN|

#gaza-conflict #palestinian-authority #un-general-assembly

world4 months ago•5 min saved

US Denies Visas to Palestinian Leaders Ahead of UN Assembly

The US is denying visas to Palestinian officials, including President Mahmoud Abbas, preventing their attendance at the UN General Assembly, as part of a broader stance against the PLO and PA. Meanwhile, Turkey has severed all economic ties with Israel and closed its airspace to Israeli planes, escalating tensions. The IDF recovered the bodies of hostages in Gaza, and there are ongoing military operations and diplomatic developments in the region, including condemnations of Iran's nuclear activities and Israeli military actions in Yemen and Lebanon.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#idf #palestinian-authority #syria-operation