After police action, Al-Qaws Foundation receives a wave of hate messages which activists say 'pose a serious threat' to the gay community

Iraq mum on latest mystery explosion at military base housing Iran-backed militia, but media reports and lawmakers point the finger at Israel

Resident of Gaza City says Palestinians leaving coastal enclave because of lack of jobs; World Health Organization official says doctors departing Strip at increasing rate

Mohammed al-Emadi scheduled for multi-day visit as border tensions spike following violent confrontations between IDF and armed Palestinians

Ramallah does not provide further details on move, prompted by its refusal to accept tax revenue from Israel, amid spat over stipends to terror convicts

Top PLO official warns move sets 'dangerous precedent,' while PA prime minister says barring entry to Omar and Tlaib indicates Israel afraid to expose its 'tyranny' to America

Spokesperson says PA president had family commitments due to Muslim holiday and informed visitors 5 days ahead of meeting, willing to meet GOP members next time

Issawi Frej says Abbas made the pledge in a meeting with Democratic Camp members on Tuesday; denies report that PA president expressed hope PM Netanyahu will loses upcoming vote

PA president says despite US recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital, the city belongs to the Palestinians; charges Hamas's leaders are working for Israel

Nabil Abu Rudeineh says any efforts to undermine Palestinian rights are 'unjust and illegitimate'; PM's office says report of bid to get Trump's backing for move are 'incorrect'