World news about “Palestinian Territories” published by euronews.
Hamas and Fatah, 25 venomous years Hamas was founded during the First Palestinian Intifada uprising, in 1987, stemming from the Egyptian Muslim Brotherhood. The aim stated in its founding… 06/02/2012
Israel accused of building record number of homes Israel’s Peace Now movement has accused the government of Benjamin Netanyahu of overseeing a record year in settlement building on West Bank land claimed by… 10/01/2012
Abbas ready to correct ‘errors’ Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, in an interview with euronews, has made clear that he will not be deterred by American opposition to his moves… 16/12/2011
UNESCO: ‘There are those that praise us, those that accuse us’ UNESCO has welcomed the Palestinians as the 195th member; an historic, yet controversial move that has rocked the organisation. The Palestinians won their… 14/12/2011
Violent scuffles at West Bank border – nocomment Israeli border policemen scuffled with Palestinians on Sunday, at the site of a planned controlled explosion for the construction of Israel’s West Bank… 14/11/2011
A hero’s welcome for Mahmoud AbbasA Palestinian boy holds a flag in front of members of the Palestinian security forces in the West Bank city of Ramallah, before a celebration upon President… 25/09/2011
What land for the Palestinians? The Palestinian push for United Nations recognition of independent statehood still has not resolved what land it would be on. Since the start of the… 23/09/2011
Palestinians demonstrate at West Bank checkpoint – nocomment Dozens of Palestinian demonstrators marched towards Israeli soldiers at the Qalandia checkpoint near Jerusalem, demanding an end to the Israeli occupation. 18/09/2011
US veto set to upset Palestinian UN move The admission of new members to the United Nations is decided by the General Assembly. Normally, if a state wants to join, it presents its application to… 17/09/2011
The Palestinian economy’s bottled-up potential Ramallah’s construction industry is booming, and is seen as a symbol of economic growth in the West Bank. The IMF and World bank praise the performance of… 09/09/2011
Unauthorized settlement demolished in West Bank – nocomment Early on Monday morning, bulldozers from the Israeli military demolished three buildings in an unauthorized West Bank settlement. Families are now trying to… 06/09/2011
Clashes during West Bank barrier proest – nocomment Israeli troops arrested almost a dozen activists during a demonstration against the barrier Israel is building along the West Bank. 11/08/2011
Israeli police stop Hebron march – nocomment Israeli troops clashed with Palestinian and international activists during a march through the divided West Bank city of Hebron. 12/07/2011
Gaza ‘peace flotilla’ ship intercepted – nocomment The Greek coastguard intercepted a Canadian ship taking part in the Gaza ‘peace flotilla’ on Monday. 05/07/2011
Clashes with Israeli troops in West Bank – nocomment Palestinian and foreign protesters clashed with Israeli troops in the West Bank village of Nabi Saleh, as demonstrators demanded access to a spring claimed by… 18/06/2011
Palestinians protest against land confiscation – nocomment Palestinian residents from the West Bank village of Deir Kidees protested against construction work near the settlement of Nili. 16/06/2011
Pro-palestine demonstration in LebanonPalestinian refugees shout slogans and carry a Palestinian flag at Ain al-Hilweh refugee camp in southern Lebanon, during a protest against the killing of the… 06/06/2011
Clashes in East JerusalemPalestinians throw stones at Israeli security forces during clashes in East Jerusalem. REUTERS/Ammar Awad 15/05/2011
EXCLUSIVE – Abbas to EU: lead Mideast peace Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has made clear that he intends to take the question of statehood to the United Nations this September, unless there is… 21/04/2011
No jump start for peace Middle East peace talks on hold. That’s the disappointing outcome of the recent meeting of Israeli and Palestinian leaders in the United States. While… 24/09/2009
West Bank settlers accused of hounding Palestinians A Palestinian boy who would rather play football watches as illegal Jewish settlers set fire to fields near his home. It is the “price tag”, say the settlers… 24/07/2009
US pulls funds for Palestinian Sesame StreetSesame Street is ‘must see’ viewing for some children around the world but the future of the Palestinian version is under threat because of a lack of … 07/01/2012
How times have changed: Hamas leader feted in TurkeyThe first visit of a Hamas leader to Turkey, in Februrary 2006, caused great controversy in the host country. When Hamas leader Khaled Meshaal arrived, it… 05/01/2012
Israel frees 550 Palestinians in Shalit swapIsrael released over 500 Palestinian prisoners late on Sunday night in keeping with the government’s deal with Hamas for the return of a captured Israeli… 19/12/2011
Abbas tells euronews about Fatah-Hamas common groundWishing Hamas happy birthday, tens of thousands of supporters rallied in Gaza to celebrate the Palestinian group’s 24th annniversary. But while the Islamist… 15/12/2011
Israel vows to curb settler violenceAfter a disused mosque in Jerusalem was torched, becoming the latest target of ultra nationalist settlers, the Israeli government has announced a crackdown on… 15/12/2011
UNESCO feels the pinch after Palestine ‘Yes’It was on October 31 that the UNESCO General Assembly admitted Palestine as a full member. Of the 194 members of the UN organisation, 107 had voted for, 14… 13/12/2011
Boost for Palestinians as flag is raised at UNESCOIt was an emotional Ramallah as Palestinians reacted to the raising of their flag above a United Nations building for the first time. Taking that seat as a… 13/12/2011
Back in the Day: the UN divides PalestineNovember 29, 1947 The UN adopts resolution 181 and its plan to divide Palestine – until then under British control – into “independent Arab and Jewish… 28/11/2011
Palestinian factions aim to end rivalryHamas and Fatah, the main rival Palestinian factions, said on Thursday that they have made significant progress on power-sharing. But there was no major… 24/11/2011
Palestinians detained after boarding Jerusalem busSix Palestinian protesters, who boarded a bus bound for Jerusalem, have had their journey brought to an abrupt end. The group, calling themselves “Freedom… 16/11/2011
More cross border fire in GazaIsrael’s military claims to have responded to a rocket attack from Palestinian militants. They launched an air strike at what they described as a ‘terror… 14/11/2011
Palestine vote leads to US cutting UNESCO moneyThere will be no new UNESCO projects this year, following a cut in funding by the United States. Since UNESCO granted full membership to the Palestinians… 10/11/2011
Palestinians take their first steps to freedomOn is his first day as a free man, Palestinian, Nafez Herez, had a chance to spend time with the son he has never met. A member of the Fatah movement had… 19/10/2011
Abbas welcomes Palestinian prisoner releaseAs Palestinians celebrate the return of a wave of men and women following the-thousand-for-one prisoner exchange with Israel, the Palestinian President… 18/10/2011
Released Palestinian prisoners arrive in GazaWith a constant drumbeat filling the air in Gaza, Hamas was on hand to welcome the first of the released Palestinian prisoners with open arms. Of the 447… 18/10/2011
Prisoner release great defeat for Hamas rivalsThe Palestinian president has held centre stage for some time with his United Nations statehood application. Now Hamas is crying victory with what it… 18/10/2011
Preparations ready for Gilad Shalit’s homecomingThe home town of Gilad Shalit, the Israeli soldier due to be exchanged for more than 1,000 Palestinian prisoners tomorrow, is ready and waiting. The banners… 17/10/2011
Palestinian prisoner swap to go ahead TuesdayIt has been confirmed that a Palestinian prisoner swap for the captive Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit is to go ahead tomorrow. In Gaza city preparations are… 17/10/2011
Israel and Hamas publish prisoner swap listIsrael and Hamas have published a list of the first group of 477 Palestinian prisoners due to be freed on Tuesday in exchange for the freedom of the kidnapped… 16/10/2011
UNESCO agrees to vote on Palestinian membershipUNESCO, the UN’s cultural agency has agreed to allow a vote on whether to accept Palestinian membership of the organisation. The proposal is the latest move… 06/10/2011
UN review panel mulls Palestinian statehood bidThe UN Security Council has handed the Palestinian bid for full membership of the world body to a review panel, which will deliver its verdict within the… 28/09/2011
MEPs give thumbs up to Palestinian trade dealWhile the battle for peace talks and statehood rumbles on, the EU has given its thumbs up to a trade deal with the Palestinian authority. It means that… 27/09/2011
Israel approves 1,100 new settlement homesIsrael says it has approved the construction of 1,100 homes in a Jewish settlement in East Jerusalem. It comes days after the Palestinian call for full … 27/09/2011
Palestinian Authority president to consider negotiationsThe President of the Palestinian Authority, Mahmoud Abbas, has flown back from the UN in New York to an enthusiastic reception in Ramallah. After asking for… 25/09/2011
Abbas sees UN taking weeks, not months on bidMahmoud Abbas says he expects the Security Council to finish debating the Palestinians’ bid for full UN membership within weeks, not months. The clock is… 24/09/2011
Optimism in the West BankThere is optimism in the West Bank about the possibility of becoming a recognised sovereign state. The majority are positive, despite the strong opposition… 24/09/2011
Palestinians celebrate Abbas’ “historic” speechThousands of Palestinians gathered in central Ramallah on Friday to mark what’s been described as a historic moment in their fight for statehood. There were… 24/09/2011
Israeli security increased ahead of Abbas’ UN speechIsraeli security has been stepped up across parts of Jerusalem and the West Bank, ahead of today’s planned statehood speech by Palestinian President Mahmoud… 23/09/2011
Young Palestinians embrace social mediaThe internet has made the world much smaller. For young Palestinians, it has led to a growing hunger for news beyond their walls. Around 40 percent of those… 23/09/2011
Israeli police on alert ahead of key UN speechIsraeli police have been put on alert ahead of Friday’s statehood speech by Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas at the United Nations in New York. Officials… 23/09/2011
Palestinian Christians support independent stateThe main Christian denominations in East Jerusalem, the West Bank and Gaza have issued a joint statement supporting the establishment of a Palestinian state… 22/09/2011
Life alongside the Israeli Separation WallClaire Anastas is a Palestinian Christian and lives in Bethlehem. Ever since the Israelis built their separation wall in 2002 to keep out suicide bombers… 22/09/2011
Three generations hope for a Palestinian stateAn ancient village which lay between Jerusalem and Ramallah was split by the Israelis when they built their high security wall to keep Palestinian attackers… 20/09/2011
Israel offers direct talks with the PalestiniansThe diplomatic crisis precipitated by President Mahmoud Abbas over Palestinian statehood appears to have forced Israel onto the back foot. Abbas’ intention… 20/09/2011
Palestinian leader confirms request for full UN membershipIn New York Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas has met with U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. He confirmed in the meeting he will press ahead with plans to… 19/09/2011
Mideast quartet meets over Palestinian statehood bidAmid mounting tension, Palestinians have held a demonstration at a West Bank checkpoint in support of a statehood bid at the United Nations. This as envoys… 17/09/2011
Palestinians launch bid for statehoodThe Palestinians have taken their much anticipated step and decided to push for full statehood at the United Nations next week. In Ramallah and all over the… 17/09/2011
Europeans back UN recognition of Palestinian stateA large number of Europeans back the creation of a separate Palestinian state, a new opinion poll shows. The research carried out by YouGov in France, Britain… 12/09/2011
Palestinians unfurl giant flag in BrusselsWith a key UN discussion on the Palestinians’ status coming up in seven days time activists have erected a giant flag in front of the European Council in… 12/09/2011
EU’s Ashton in mideast push for talksThe EU’s foreign policy chief, Catherine Ashton, on a visit to the middle east, has stressed the need to advance peace talks between Israel and the… 29/08/2011
Iranian president’s tough stance on IsraelThe Iranian president says the creation of an internationally recognised Palestinian state would be the first step towards wiping out Israel. Mahmoud… 26/08/2011
Israeli soldiers clash with PalestiniansPalestinians prevented from attending Friday prayers in Jerusalem have clashed with Israeli soldiers at a checkpoint north of the city. West Bank… 26/08/2011
Palestinian refugees attacked by Syrian forcesThere has been growing condemnation aimed at Syria after tanks opened fire on a Palestinian refugee camp in the north of the country. Syria’s President… 16/08/2011
Abbas seeks Bosnian support in Palestinian UN bidPalestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas is in Bosnia, seeking support as he tries to upgrade the Palestinians’ status at the United Nations. The Bosnians’ three… 15/08/2011
Palestinian Authority seeks full UN membershipPalestinian President Mahmoud Abbas will apply for his country’s full membership of the United Nations in September. He is expected to submit the application… 14/08/2011
Israel grounds pro-Palestinian ‘flytilla’ protestThere have been chaotic scenes at Ben Gurion Airport as Israel cracked down on a so-called ‘flytilla’ protest by pro-Palestinian activists. Arrests were… 08/07/2011
Turkey at the centre of Palestinian talksTurkey has been hosting two-day talks between the two Palestinian groups. Turkey had another surprising visitor other than Palestinian Authority leader… 24/06/2011
Abbas makes diplomatic foray to TurkeyPalestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas is in Ankara for a surprise visit to meet Turkish leaders. The trip is of particular importance given the Palestinian… 21/06/2011
Israel on alert after Golan Heights bloodshedIsrael’s army is on alert after deadly clashes with Palestinians who tried to surge onto the Golan Heights from Syria. Israel claims the protest had… 06/06/2011
Israelis march for Palestinian stateThousands of Israelis marched through Tel Aviv on Saturday urging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to accept a Palestinian state based on the 1967… 05/06/2011
Palestinians slam Netanyahu speechThe Israeli prime minister’s speech has brought a scornful reaction from Palestinians. Any hopes in Ramallah that Netanyahu might give ground were quickly… 24/05/2011
Israeli reinforces borders after deadly naqba weekendAlong the border with Syria, several demonstrators are reported to have been killed and dozens wounded. In the deadliest ‘naqba’ confrontations in years… 16/05/2011
Israeli-Palestinian violence marks “Nabka” dayIsraeli troops have clashed with Palestinian protesters at Qalandiya checkpoint near Ramallah on the West bank. At least 16 people were killed and dozens… 16/05/2011
15 dead in pro-Palestinian protestsAt least 15 people died during protests close to Israel’s borders with Syria, Lebanon and the Palestinian territories on Sunday. Palestinians and their… 15/05/2011
Nakba day marred by death and injuryOne man is dead and 17 injured after a truck collided with vehicles and pedestrians in Tel Aviv on Sunday. Police say the driver was an Arab Israeli who’s… 15/05/2011
Clashes mark Palestinian “Naqba”A Palestinian teenager has died following clashes with Israeli police in Jerusalem on Friday to mark the commemoration of Naqba. The word means… 14/05/2011
Israel says Palestinian accord is a setbackPalestinian factions Hamas and Fatah formally signed an agreement on Wednesday, ending four years of bitter division. Palestinians celebrated in the streets… 05/05/2011
Israel disconcerted by Palestinian unityNews of the rapprochement between Fatah and Hamas has not been welcomed by Israel. Mahmoud Abbas and Ismail Haniyeh working together will prove to be the very… 04/05/2011
Fatah-Hamas reconciliation remains to be provenThe Palestinians’ secular Fatah faction and the Islamist Hamas faction have put a ceremonial seal on a reconciliation agreement between them. However, signs… 04/05/2011
Palestinians cautious but optimistic over unity dealIn Gaza, amid some scepticism, many Palestinians showed renewed hope for their future after the unity deal between Hamas and Fatah. Among the Gazans’ chants… 04/05/2011
Palestinian rivals end bitter feudPalestinian president Mahmoud Abbas and Hamas leader Khaled Meshaal have ended a four-year feud at a reconciliation ceremony in Cairo. The men lead the two… 04/05/2011
Palestinian rivals set to bury the hatchetThe two largest Palestinian factions Hamas and Fatah are due to end a four-year rift at an official ceremony in Egypt on Wednesday. The Palestinian… 03/05/2011
Palestine united – but what next?In territory as small and fragmented as that given to Palestinians, any division was bound to weaken its diplomatic bargaining strength. Last March a huge… 28/04/2011
Unity move ‘threatens Palestinian statehood’In the West Bank and Gaza Strip the unity accord agreed between Hamas and Fatah has raised hopes that the infighting that has led to political inertia and… 28/04/2011
Israel opposes Palestinian reconciliation dealPalestinians in Hamas-ruled Gaza have been celebrating the news of a provisional agreement with the rival Fatah group to end their bitter feud. The deal… 28/04/2011
Fatah and Hamas strike deal to form unity governmentRival Palestinian factions Hamas and Fatah say they have resolved their deep divisions. Holding talks in the Egyptian capital Cairo, the two groups… 27/04/2011
Palestinian leader’s interview with euronewsPalestinian Authority leader Mahmoud Abbas has spoken exclusively to euronews. The interview will be on line and on air in its entirety on Thursday… 20/04/2011
Ashton continues to push for peace in Mid-EastAttempting to galvanise all sides into restarting peace talks, it was the turn of the Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas to receive a visit from the EU’s top… 16/02/2011
Palestinian new cabinet shake-upWestern-backed Palestinian Prime Minister Salam Fayyad is forming a new government to prepare for elections later this year. The complete reshuffle is being… 14/02/2011
Palestinian government resigns to seek new startThe Palestinian government – under pressure after internal scandals and events elsewhere in the Arab world – has resigned, say officials in Ramallah… 14/02/2011
Palestinian Authority plans electionsA senior official says the Palestinian Authority of Mahmoud Abbas will hold presidential and legislative elections before September. But political rival… 12/02/2011
Major sources of Middle East dispute outlined in “leaks”Palestinian refugees “right to return” has proved one of the major stumbling blocks in negotiations between the Israelis and the Palestinians. An estimated… 24/01/2011
Palestinian politicians angered by leaksThe claims in the leaks have met with an angry response from the Palestinian leadership in the West Bank. On a visit to Egypt, Palestinian Authority… 24/01/2011
Palestinians infuriated by contents of “leaks”The publication of leaked papers said to contain details of talks between Israel and the Palestinians has created anger in the West Bank and Gaza. One… 24/01/2011
Top Palestinian officials refute leaked documentsIt is not only being described as the biggest leak of confidential documents in the history of the Middle East conflict, but also the slow death of the… 24/01/2011
Medvedev endorses independent PalestineThe Russian president has reaffirmed his country’s support for Palestinian statehood during a visit to the West Bank that is likely to further complicate… 18/01/2011
Violence returns to Gaza borderFour Israeli soliders have been wounded, two seriously, in a gunbattle on the Gaza border. Residents say they saw a number of gunmen approach the frontier… 07/01/2011
Arab leaders seek ‘serious’ offer on Mideast peaceArab states said on Wednesday they will not support further talks between Israel and the Palestinians until the United States comes up with a “serious”… 15/12/2010
Israel plans 1,300 settler homes in East JerusalemIsrael is to push ahead with 1,300 new homes for Jewish families in disputed East Jerusalem, despite fierce opposition from Palestinians. Plans for the… 09/11/2010
