Kifah Zboun

Kifah Zboun
Arab World A protest in the city of Nablus in the West Bank on Thursday to show solidarity with Gazans. (AFP)

Biden Calls on Netanyahu to Calm Situation in West Bank

Israel has continued the arrests campaign in the West Bank, at a time when US President Joe Biden called on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to calm…

Kifah Zboun (Ramallah)
Arab World The West Bank witnessed widespread unrest on Tuesday night as Palestinian anger flared in the aftermath of the massacre at the Al-Ahli Arab hospital in Gaza. (AFP)

West Bank: New Front Challenges Israel, Palestinian Authority

The West Bank has witnessed escalating tensions that could potentially open a third front against Israel, along with Gaza and the Lebanese border, since Israel…

Kifah Zboun (Ramallah)
Arab World Jordan's King Abdullah II with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Amman (Royal Hashemite Court)

Jordan’s King Rejects ‘Collective Punishment’ for Gaza Residents

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is increasing his efforts to "stop the aggression" against the Gaza Strip, knowing that such a demand can't be achieved…

Mohammed Khair al-Rawashdeh (Amman) Kifah Zboun (Ramallah)
Features An old photo of Mohammed Deif (AFP)

Mohammed Deif, the Voice of War

In a clear, loud, direct voice and a shadowy image, the commander of Hamas' al-Qassam Brigades, Mohammed "Abu Khaled" Deif, announced the start of "al-Aqsa…

Kifah Zboun (Ramallah)
Arab World Palestinian workers in the Gaza Strip enter from the Erez Crossing into Israel after it reopened on September 28. (AFP)

Israel Mulls De-Escalation Measures in Gaza

Israel is considering a series of measures to de-escalate tension in the Gaza Strip and prevent a potential escalation. Israeli Haaretz newspaper reported…

Kifah Zboun (Ramallah)
Arab World A Palestinian man stands in front of damage caused by an Israeli raid on Jenin city and its camp. (AFP)

Palestinian PM Says Oslo Accords Have ‘Vanished’

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh appealed for strong international support to overcome political and financial challenges, enhance reform efforts,…

Kifah Zboun (Ramallah)
Arab World President Mahmoud Abbas with leaders and governors after they were awarded the Star of Merit at the end of their duties and retirement (Wafa)

Palestinian President to Make Broad Changes in Fatah Leadership

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is planning the broadest changes within the official Palestinian bodies and security services and Fatah leadership to…

Kifah Zboun (Ramallah)
Arab World Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi met with Barghouti on July 26 (Foreign Ministry website)

Barghouti’s Wife Leads Movement to Support Him as Possible Successor to Abbas

Fadwa Barghouti, the wife of Fatah leader Marwan Barghouti, who is detained in Israeli prisons, has been renewing attempts to support her husband as a possible…

Kifah Zboun (Ramallah)