Ramallah
On This Day: Fatah, Hamas factions form short-lived 'Palestinian Unity Government' to rule over PA
On June 2, 2014, Abbas forged a Hamas-Fatah unity government, sparking legal debates and political upheaval. The PA president dissolved the short-lived body in June 2015.
The Palestinian Fatah party held elections, is a ‘new’ leadership emerging? - analysis
Palestinian municipal vote reveals shift toward pragmatism, accountability - opinion
Palestinian Authority continues to pay terrorists, US State Department report confirms
Abbas’s Fatah unfazed by Hamas victory in university elections
Hamas, for its part, views the results of the elections as a vote of confidence in its ideology and armed “resistance” against Israel.
Palestinians, settlers clash near Ramallah - Palestinian report
About five people were injured in the incident, with one Palestinian security officer in severe condition after being shot in the head.
Hamas wins student council election at Bir Zeit University
Last week, the Hamas-affiliated Islamic Bloc won in the elections for the student council at An-Najah University in Nablus, the largest Palestinian university in the West Bank.
PA rejects US quick fix on settlements, won't resume Israeli security ties
The Palestinian Authority is not looking for a quick fix, or a delay, but rather an end to settlement activity
Palestinians accuse Israel of ‘poisoning’ father of Dizengoff terrorist
Similar conspiracy theories were spread after the death of PLO leader Yasser Arafat, although a French investigation found no evidence of foul play.
Palestinians vow to confront 'fascist' new government
Palestinian leaders from Fatah and Hamas called for unity and popular resistance against the incoming Israeli government.
Chilean President Boric commits to open embassy in Ramallah
Chile already has a diplomatic representation in Ramallah, but not a full embassy.
PA preparing major diplomatic offensive against new Netanyahu gov't
PALESTINIAN AFFAIRS: The assessment in Ramallah is that an all-out confrontation both in the international arena and on the ground, is a matter of time.
Jordan, PA launch initiative to prevent status quo change on Temple Mount
The two sides agreed to step up their efforts in the international arena, including Arab and Islamic countries, to warn of the “dangers” of any attempt to alter the status quo at the holy site.
Palestinian Christians in Bethlehem fight PA over Christmas festivities
Christian residents of Bethlehem have accused the Palestinian Authority in Ramallah of attempting to “hijack” their holidays and marginalize the city’s role.
