Congress's $1.4 trillion spending bill leaves off $175 million Diplomatic Progress Fund, but inserts $150 million in security and humanitarian assistance for Palestinians
Palestinian Authority chief also says in interview with Russian media that he is weighing breaking off all relations with the US over its settlement policy shift
Trump adviser tells Israeli TV that Washington is eager to advance peace plan, believes PA will be 'rational'; reassures Israel of US backing after ditching of Kurdish allies
Envoy says shared values and common history, not bombs or fighter jets, bring security; hails new controversial City of David archaeological site for proving Jewish ties to city
PA blasts move as part of effort to 'erase' Palestinians; Washington says no policy change has been made and site was being updated, but no other Mideast listings have been removed
Gathering of alumni of US educational and cultural programs canceled after PA says it was meant to circumvent Ramallah's boycott of Trump administration
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