All articles tagged with #palestinianauthority
Israel’s security cabinet approved measures to tighten control over the West Bank, shifting planning authority away from Palestinian officials around Hebron’s Ibrahimi Mosque and launching land-registration efforts for the first time since 1967, moves Palestinian leaders condemn as de facto annexation and a gateway to expanded settlement activity, amid international concern and a muted U.S. response.
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has announced a new phase in the conflict with Gaza, focusing on a targeted military strategy in the north and continued targeting of Hamas leaders in the south. The plan includes raids, demolitions, air and ground strikes, and special forces operations. Gallant envisions a future where Gaza is governed by a Palestinian body under Israeli security control, with no Israeli civilian presence. The offensive, which began after a Hamas attack on October 7, has resulted in significant casualties and displacement. Gallant emphasized ongoing dialogue with Egypt and ruled out the involvement of the Palestinian Authority in governing Gaza, instead suggesting local non-hostile actors could take on administrative roles.
Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant has proposed a plan for Gaza's administration post-war, which excludes Hamas and Israeli governance, instead suggesting local Palestinian bodies take over. The plan involves Israel continuing its military operations until certain objectives are met, including the return of hostages and the dismantling of Hamas's capabilities. Despite calls from some Israeli ministers for Israeli settlers to return and for the emigration of Gaza's population, Gallant's plan emphasizes Palestinian control without hostile actions against Israel. The proposal comes amid tensions and ahead of a visit by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who will be advocating for humanitarian aid and seeking to prevent regional conflict escalation.
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stated that after the conflict in Gaza concludes, Palestinians will be responsible for governing the area, provided they are not hostile towards Israel. Gallant emphasized that Hamas will not govern Gaza, nor will Israel have civil control over it. This announcement comes as Israel's war cabinet discusses the future governance of Gaza post-conflict.