Analysis Europe’s West Bank trade ban fires warning shot at Israel’s economy Weeks before key Israeli elections, a dozen nations announced new trade restrictions targeting settlements in the West Bank, delivering a sharp rebuke to Israel's government that could presage additional international pressure. By Samuel Wendel In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech
Netanyahu threatens to sue Haaretz for reporting UAE warned Israel of Oct. 7 attack The Emirati president reportedly warned that a planned attack could cause bloodshed, destabilize the region and threaten the Abraham Accords. Israel
Majority of Palestinians lose trust in Hamas and Fatah, new poll finds A recent poll by a Palestinian survey center found that trust in Palestinian factions has declined, amid stalled efforts to implement the Gaza peace plan and escalating settler violence in the West Bank. Palestine
12 countries including France, UK, Canada end trade with West Bank settlements The decision comes against the backdrop of an escalation in settler violence and settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank. Israel
Analysis LORA missile test reveals limits of Germany’s Gaza criticism of Israel By Rina Bassist In Paris, reporting on Israeli politics and European affairs
Analysis As Israeli settler attacks mount, Trump avoids public pressure on Netanyahu By Elizabeth Hagedorn In Washington, DC, reporting on diplomacy, regional politics, human rights
Analysis Why Palestinians see success of Trump talks as contingent on Israeli elections By Mohammed Najib
Palestinian female judges gavel down taboos Palestinian attorney Kholoud al-Faqih defied all norms when she decided to become the first woman to occupy the position of Sharia judge, breaking a long-standing taboo in Arab societies. Palestine
Hamas focuses on rebuilding tunnels as Gazans suffer Hamas' focus on reconstructing its tunnel infrastructure and rearming, while ignoring the lack of housing in Gaza and the general misery of Gaza residents, points to the military wing's dominance in the organization. Palestine
10 Middle East artists to watch Many female artists in the Middle East and North Africa are redefining their mediums. Bahrain
Will US-Israel rift benefit Palestinians? The Palestinians hope that the growing rift between the Obama administration and the Netanyahu government will signal to Europeans and others that the United States might be less forceful in diplomatically defending Israel. Palestine
Palestinian protests in Ramon Prison set to spread Palestinian prisoners have staged protests in Ramon Prison in Israel, and during March protests are expected to expand to other prisoners and the broader Palestinian community. Palestine
Women's roles in Hamas slowly evolve The Hamas movement is keen to encourage women’s participation in military and social life, depending on women to mobilize support. Palestine
Life in Gaza gives Palestinian satirists plenty of material Gazans have embraced satirical videos and publications that reflect the Gaza Strip's economic, social and political crises. Palestine
Hamas denies abuse, detainment of Fatah leaders Several Fatah leaders told Al-Monitor that the Hamas-affiliated security apparatuses in Gaza arrested them and violated their basic human rights, which Hamas rushed to deny. Palestine
Asmaa al-Ghoul on why she writes Al-Monitor contributor Asmaa al-Ghoul shares her thoughts on journalism. Palestine
PA clamps down on security amid unrest in West Bank Recent clashes in the West Bank between security officials and protesters have triggered Palestinian fears that stability will be difficult to restore. Palestine
Rasha Abou Jalal on why she writes Al-Monitor contributor Rasha Abou Jalal shares her thoughts on journalism. Palestine
Shooting of Fatah activist could doom security cooperation The security coordination between Israel and the Palestinian Authority is in jeopardy after Israeli soldiers shot and killed a Fatah activist in the Dheisheh refugee camp. Palestine
