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PA drafts constitution, omits Jewish ties to Jerusalem, calls for Sharia legal system

The draft constitution also called for the "right of return" for refugees, caring for families of "martyrs, prisoners, and exiles," and reaffirming the PLO's position as representing Palestinians.

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas addresses the general Conference of Fatah Youth in Ramallah, with a backdrop including a portrait of Abbas and Yasser Arafat, November 27, 2025; illustrative.
PALESTINIAN AUTHORITY President Mahmoud Abbas of Fatah (L) and Hamas politburo member Khalil al-Hayya. The two Palestinian organizations have the same goal of Israel’s destruction but take different paths to get there, the writer says.

Between Hamas and Fatah: Different paths, same destination - opinion

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni (not pictured) meet at Chigi Palace, in Rome, Italy, November 7, 2025.

Political games and a message to the West: Expert expects more mock democracy from PA elections

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas waves as he arrives for the opening the Fatah youth conference in Ramallah on November 27, 2025.

Abbas announces Palestinian Parliament will hold election on November 1


Will the US Supreme Court hold PLO-PA accountable for 'Pay-for-Slay' policy? - opinion

If the US Supreme Court affirms the constitutionality of PSJVTA, the decision would open the door for dozens of terror victims to sue the PLO-PA in US courts.

The US Supreme Court building in Washington: If the court affirms the constitutionality of PSJVTA, the decision would open the door for dozens of terror victims to sue the PLO-PA in the US, says the writer.

Palestinian Authority slams Qatar’s ‘National Conference for Palestine’

Qatar’s ‘National Conference for Palestine’ drew PA criticism over claims it undermines the PLO and favors Hamas.

 Members speak at “National Conference for Palestine” in Doha, February 2025.

‘September 5’ relives the ’72 Munich massacre - review

We still remember 1972 and know its tragic story, but now that October 7 has been repackaged by certain elements of the media as 'resistance,' it's especially important that 'September 5' be seen.

 A SCENE from ‘September 5.’

Gaza’s future hinges on reuniting under PLO, launching real reconstruction - opinion

With support from the Arab world and the international community, the people of Palestine must unite to rebuild, restore, and say "enough."

 Palestinians walk past the rubble of houses and buildings destroyed during the war, following a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, in Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip, January 20, 2025.

A look back at Jimmy Carter's complicated relationship with Israel - explainer

Carter was a former president with a foreign policy focusing on the Middle East during his tenure and was outspoken about Middle East politics for the remainder of his life.

Then-Prime Minister Menachem Begin and US president Jimmy Carter deliver a speech at the White House, July 19, 1977

Mahmoud Abbas reveals his true colors - opinion

If Abbas wanted peace, he would have said that Shubaki was wrong to participate in terror attacks, serve as a terrorist leader, or purchase tons of weapons.

 RUSSIAN PRESIDENT Vladimir Putin greets Palestinian Authority head Mahmoud Abbas on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, in October. If you want to know what Abbas really thinks about Israel, peace, and terrorism, just read his eulogy for Fuad Shubaki, says the writer.

PA head Mahmoud Abbas announces Rawhi Fattouh as replacement 'if the position becomes vacant'

A close ally of Abbas, Fattouh has been an important member of Fatah, leading the party's parliamentary bloc for decades.

Then interim President of the governing Palestinian Authority Rawhi Fattouh speaks to the media during a press conference November 20, 2004 in Gaza City, Gaza Strip.

Israel must start saying 'no' to most invidious issues that seek to delegitimize identity - opinion

The time has come, I suggest, to declare – in as straightforward a manner as possible – Israel’s fundamental positions that are at the core of the conflict that Arabs have with Zionism.

 The flag of Israel in the blue sky stock image.

Biden’s DNC speech: A strategic echo of Reagan's 1988 PLO move? - opinion

President Biden’s DNC remarks, reminiscent of Reagan’s 1988 PLO strategy, may signal a shift to ease pressure on Kamala Harris.

 US PRESIDENT Joe Biden addresses the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, last Monday.

Abbas, the PLO and the PA actively promote the destruction of Israel - opinion

Abbas's policies fund terrorism, promote radicalization, and breach accords, while Israel continues to financially support the PA, worsening tensions.

 PALESTINIAN AUTHORITY President Mahmoud Abbas addresses the Turkish parliament in Ankara, earlier this month. He is currently serving the 20th year of the four-year term to which he was elected in 2005