Palestinian Authority leader reportedly said move would bolster his Fatah party by demonstrating that diplomacy is more effective than Hamas kidnappings

Hussein al-Sheikh says he told foreign minister that Palestinian Authority believes in peace negotiations, seeks 'diplomatic horizon' with Israel

Erdan uses Security Council speech to claim Israel still waiting for PA response to proposals by Zandberg; Meretz minister says he misrepresented facts

Foreign Minister and Majed Faraj reportedly held talks last month on economic and security issues, as some coalition members continue building up contacts with PA leadership

The social media giant rejects the claims, saying it removes posts that violate its standards

While Jerusalem says sit-down focused on civilian and security issues, global leaders seek discussion of core political disagreements as well

Reports say PA leader repeatedly expressed commitment to stop violence in West Bank, but voiced concern over Jerusalem escalation during meeting with defense minister

Minister Elkin notes the Palestinian leader 'wants ICC to jail the defense minister as a war criminal'; PM Bennett reportedly exasperated; but the left praises him

Talks are their second in recent months; Gantz says they spoke of fighting terror, while Abbas adviser says they discussed creating a 'horizon' for peace

Issawi Frej indicates defense minister may travel to Ramallah to discuss strengthening PA and curbing wave of Palestinian attacks