Bureaucratic, yet symbolic step will see US diplomats tasked with Palestinian file report directly to DC, rather than US envoy to Israel, though unit remains under embassy auspices

Top US diplomat says 'looking for an independent, credible investigation' into death of Al Jazeera reporter

Palestinian leader asks Blinken to hold off on appointing special envoy; US advance team will discuss issue further with Abbas in meeting this weekend

State Department spokesman says Biden to take series of steps aimed at boosting ties to Palestinians, but admits Jerusalem mission has 'unique sensitivities'

State Department's point-man on the conflict to be elevated to position of special envoy to Palestinians; US embassy's Palestinian unit to report directly to him, not ambassador

USAID chief Samantha Power tells congressional panel that Israeli officials recognize that economic stability in West Bank and Gaza is critical after Trump cut aid

Officials in Ramallah appreciate US president's restoration of two-state solution narrative, but not his refusal to reopen diplomatic missions or embrace Abbas

Justice Yitzhak Amit rules Palestinian leadership 'expresses its consent' to attacks through its controversial payments to terrorists and their relatives

Prime Minister's Office reportedly makes request after Tel Aviv shooter's dad, a retired Palestinian Authority officer, hailed the deadly attack

Before joining counterparts in Sde Boker, Blinken holds talks with Abbas, who slams 'double standard' in desire to adhere to international law in Ukraine, not Palestine