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Palestinian Authority Lifts Ban on Al Jazeera Access

5/14/2025

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Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has announced the lifting of the ban on Al Jazeera, permitting its crews to return to work in Palestinian-controlled areas. This decision comes after the PA suspended the channel on January 1 due to allegations of incitement during security operations in Jenin. The ban will officially end tomorrow morning.

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Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has announced the lifting of the ban on Al Jazeera, permitting its crews to return to work in Palestinian-controlled areas. This decision comes after the PA suspended the channel on January 1 due to allegations of incitement during security operations in Jenin. The ban will officially end tomorrow morning.