Mahmoud Abbas, the Chairman of the PA is actively working to bolster his standing within the Biden administration and to reclaim renewed legitimacy for his leadership. Abbas is orchestrating a comprehensive overhaul of the PA’s institutions to fortify its influence on the Palestinian populace and to eliminate antagonistic elements within its security apparatus.
Encouraged by Iran, Hamas is making efforts to inflame the Hebron region, which has remained relatively peaceful until now, through acts of terrorism targeting the IDF and settlers. The IDF must take decisive action to prevent the spread of terrorism into southern Judea and Samaria. This necessitates striking at the heart of the terrorist groups located in the refugee camps of northern Samaria.
The surge in terrorist activities in Judea and Samaria can be directly attributed to Iran’s escalating involvement. Over the past two years, Iran has significantly increased its provision of instructions, funds, and weaponry to Hamas and Islamic Jihad, fuelling unrest and instability in the region. Iran’s objective is clear: it aims to incite a new intifada against Israel and transform Judea and Samaria into a fresh front for its hostile endeavors.
The Biden administration has initiated discussions with members of Congress and the Senate to assess the potential approval of a tripartite deal involving Saudi Arabia and Israel. However, it has encountered significant challenges in securing the necessary majority for the deal’s approval. The current form of the deal presents difficulties that warrant President Biden’s reconsideration. It appears unlikely to achieve US regional goals, and Israel is unable to agree to Saudi Arabia’s conditions.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and the Shin Bet are actively preparing a series of operations in the Jenin area to dismantle the terrorist infrastructure known as the “Al-Ayash Battalion.” This group is responsible for manufacturing and launching rockets aimed at Israel. Security officials in Israel emphasize that no terrorist enjoys immunity, and soon, the IDF will take action within the Jenin refugee camp, where members of this infrastructure are believed to be hiding.
Mahmoud Abbas, the chairman of the PA, is actively working to restore the PA’s international legitimacy, which has been eroded over time.
Despite this, senior Israeli officials view his current actions as mere surface-level changes, criticizing his lack of resolute action against armed terrorist groups in northern Samaria.
The United States is applying considerable pressure on the PA to address terrorism in the Jenin region and reinstate security control in northern Samaria. The PA has devised a security plan to counter terrorism in Jenin, with a primary focus on persuading armed terrorist groups to disarm.
The PA is currently maintaining silence regarding the normalization agreement between Saudi Arabia and Israel, estimating that it may not materialize soon. However, the PA strongly opposes such an agreement, considering it a significant blow to the Palestinian problem. If PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas assesses that the agreement is likely to be signed soon, he will vehemently voice his opposition.
Hamas forcibly suppresses the protest movement that arose in the Gaza Strip against the difficult economic situation and the corruption of its rule. The Israeli security establishment is worried about an imminent explosion in the Gaza Strip that Hamas will try to deflect in Israel’s direction.
The succession battle in the PA is in full swing and Israel sees Hussein al-Sheikh, Secretary General of the PLO Executive Committee, as the leading candidate from its point of view to be the next PA Chairman. An effort by Marwan Barghouti who is detained in an Israeli prison to establish his international status in order to be released and become the successor of Mahmoud Abbas.
Mahmoud Abbas, the Chairman of the PA is actively working to bolster his standing within the Biden administration and to reclaim renewed legitimacy for his leadership. Abbas is orchestrating a comprehensive overhaul of the PA’s institutions to fortify its influence on the Palestinian populace and to eliminate antagonistic elements within its security apparatus.
Encouraged by Iran, Hamas is making efforts to inflame the Hebron region, which has remained relatively peaceful until now, through acts of terrorism targeting the IDF and settlers. The IDF must take decisive action to prevent the spread of terrorism into southern Judea and Samaria. This necessitates striking at the heart of the terrorist groups located in the refugee camps of northern Samaria.
The surge in terrorist activities in Judea and Samaria can be directly attributed to Iran’s escalating involvement. Over the past two years, Iran has significantly increased its provision of instructions, funds, and weaponry to Hamas and Islamic Jihad, fuelling unrest and instability in the region. Iran’s objective is clear: it aims to incite a new intifada against Israel and transform Judea and Samaria into a fresh front for its hostile endeavors.
The Biden administration has initiated discussions with members of Congress and the Senate to assess the potential approval of a tripartite deal involving Saudi Arabia and Israel. However, it has encountered significant challenges in securing the necessary majority for the deal’s approval. The current form of the deal presents difficulties that warrant President Biden’s reconsideration. It appears unlikely to achieve US regional goals, and Israel is unable to agree to Saudi Arabia’s conditions.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and the Shin Bet are actively preparing a series of operations in the Jenin area to dismantle the terrorist infrastructure known as the “Al-Ayash Battalion.” This group is responsible for manufacturing and launching rockets aimed at Israel. Security officials in Israel emphasize that no terrorist enjoys immunity, and soon, the IDF will take action within the Jenin refugee camp, where members of this infrastructure are believed to be hiding.
Mahmoud Abbas, the chairman of the PA, is actively working to restore the PA’s international legitimacy, which has been eroded over time.
Despite this, senior Israeli officials view his current actions as mere surface-level changes, criticizing his lack of resolute action against armed terrorist groups in northern Samaria.
The United States is applying considerable pressure on the PA to address terrorism in the Jenin region and reinstate security control in northern Samaria. The PA has devised a security plan to counter terrorism in Jenin, with a primary focus on persuading armed terrorist groups to disarm.
The PA is currently maintaining silence regarding the normalization agreement between Saudi Arabia and Israel, estimating that it may not materialize soon. However, the PA strongly opposes such an agreement, considering it a significant blow to the Palestinian problem. If PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas assesses that the agreement is likely to be signed soon, he will vehemently voice his opposition.
Hamas forcibly suppresses the protest movement that arose in the Gaza Strip against the difficult economic situation and the corruption of its rule. The Israeli security establishment is worried about an imminent explosion in the Gaza Strip that Hamas will try to deflect in Israel’s direction.
The succession battle in the PA is in full swing and Israel sees Hussein al-Sheikh, Secretary General of the PLO Executive Committee, as the leading candidate from its point of view to be the next PA Chairman. An effort by Marwan Barghouti who is detained in an Israeli prison to establish his international status in order to be released and become the successor of Mahmoud Abbas.
