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| October 20, 2020
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Devastating reduction of ‘free money’ to the Palestinians from Arabs States

Arab States tell the Palestinian leadership to end their intransigent attitude vis-à-vis Israel and accept the funds collect on their behalf, before they are willing to continue with added monetary assistance.

By Baruch Yadid/TPS

 

In the past year, there has been a drastic 82% decline in the financial aid provided to the Palestinian Authority (PA) by Arab countries. The financial support now stands at only NIS 132 million ($37M), compared to NIS 716 million ($200M) last year, according to data in the PA’s budget reports.

Arab sources claim that the sharp decline in Arab aid is due to American pressure on Arab countries, as part of the campaign of pressure on the PA. Continue Reading »

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| April 9, 2019
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Arabs choose not to take action against US Golan move at UN

REPORT: Having convened at the UN to present a resolution condemning Trump’s decision to recognize Israel’s sovereignty over the Golan Heights, diplomats from the Arab countries adjourned, without agreeing to take any action.

By Elad Benari

 

Arab countries met at the United Nations on Monday to discuss US President Donald Trump’s decision to recognize Israel’s sovereignty over the Golan Heights, AFP reported.

However, diplomats said no decision was taken on tabling a UN resolution condemning the US move.

From top to bottom: snow capped Mt Herman, the Golan Heights, and har Dov (center) with Shabba farms left (just beneath the snow line) with Kfar Ghjar village (center-left) in the Hula Valley below.

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