Palestinian Authority Suspends Al Jazeera Operations in West Bank

The decision, citing allegations of incitement and interference, has drawn criticism from international organizations and press freedom advocates.

The Palestinian Authority (PA) has temporarily banned Al Jazeera's broadcasts and activities in the West Bank, accusing the Qatari news outlet of incitement, disinformation, and meddling in internal affairs.
The PA claims the suspension will remain in place until Al Jazeera adheres to what it describes as fundamental journalistic ethics, following complaints from the Palestinian Journalists' Syndicate.
Al Jazeera has condemned the move as an attempt to suppress coverage of escalating tensions in Palestinian territories, particularly in areas like Jenin where violence has intensified.
International organizations, including the UN Human Rights Office Reporters Without Borders, and Germany’s Foreign Ministry, have criticized the PA's decision as a threat to press freedom and democratic values.
The ban follows similar restrictions on Al Jazeera in Israel, where the network has been accused of ties to Hamas, although such claims have been denied by the broadcaster.