The United States announced sanctions on Thursday targeting officials of the Palestinian Authority and members of the Palestine Liberation Organization, accusing both entities of obstructing peace efforts. The move comes as U.S. diplomatic efforts intensify to revive ceasefire negotiations in Gaza.
According to a statement from the U.S. State Department, the sanctions include visa restrictions, barring those targeted from entering the United States. The department did not disclose the names of individuals affected.
“It is in the interest of U.S. national security to impose consequences and hold the Palestinian Authority and the PLO accountable for failing to uphold their commitments and for actions that undermine the prospects for peace,” the statement said.
The State Department further accused both groups of attempting to “internationalize” their conflict with Israel, specifically through actions at the International Criminal Court and of continuing to support terrorism.
Officials from the Palestinian Authority and the PLO were not immediately available for comment.
The sanctions coincide with the arrival of U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff in Israel on Thursday, as Washington seeks to salvage stalled ceasefire talks and address the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Meanwhile, Israel continues to face mounting international pressure over its military campaign in Gaza, with several Western nations expressing readiness to recognize a Palestinian state.
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