Understanding the Palestinian Authority The Palestinian Authority, also known as the Palestinian National Authority, PA, or PNA, was established in 1994 as an interim administrative body following the Oslo Accords. These accords aimed to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The PA was tasked with taking partial administrative and security control over areas in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank as Israeli troops withdrew. Oslo Peace Read More …
The Issue of Honor Killings in Palestine: Violence against women has been a longstanding issue, persisting through times of war and peace. Women have endured various forms of violence and discrimination, whether from state institutions or members of their communities. Gender-based violence remains a global concern, with Amnesty International reporting that at least one in three women experience physical abuse, sexual assault, or other forms Read More …
The Palestinian Travel Document: Exploring Palestinian Travel Rights Palestinians and their Travel Documents: Understanding the Options Palestinians fall into five distinct categories when it comes to travel documents: Palestinians residing in the West Bank and Gaza Strip possess Palestinian passports. Palestinians with permanent resident permits in Jerusalem can apply for temporary Jordanian passports. Palestinians living in Israel as Israeli citizens hold Israeli passports. Palestinians residing Read More …
