US weighs boosting ties with PA as it seeks to advance Gaza plan and Abraham Accords (opens original article in a new tab)

The US is engaging with the Palestinian Authority to strengthen ties, focusing on reforms and financial cooperation to advance its Gaza plan and the Abraham Accords, amid challenges from Israel and internal US administration skepticism.

• US is discussing boosting ties with Palestinian Authority to advance Gaza plan and Abraham Accords
• PA reforms are a key condition for US and Saudi support, including welfare system changes and ending payments to security prisoners
• US seeks PA cooperation on transferring withheld funds to Gaza governance body, but faces Israeli resistance and internal US administration hesitance
• PA hopes for normalization of relations and reopening of diplomatic mission in Washington, while US emphasizes verifiable reforms as prerequisite