A Fox News opinion piece reports that the Palestinian Authority allocates nearly $350 million annually to families of terrorists through its 'Martyr's Fund', a policy that effectively rewards extremist violence by providing financial incentives for acts of terror.

On December 17, 2024, the European Union and the Palestinian Authority announced a €28.3 million investment under the Palestine Financial Sustainability Initiative aimed at boosting access to finance for Palestinian businesses and supporting economic recovery. The initiative, which includes an EU guarantee facility and grant, was unveiled during the EU-Palestine Investment Platform meeting at the office of Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa.

The Palestinian Authority has restructured its governing body by appointing a new cabinet, including a technocratic and U.S.-educated prime minister. The move, announced by President Mahmoud Abbas on March 28, 2024, comes as the PA faces both domestic criticism over its long-standing, authoritarian rule and international pressure for reforms.

On February 28, 2024, the Palestinian Authority's Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh announced the resignation of his cabinet as part of a broader call for reforms to address corruption, inefficiency, and public dissatisfaction, aiming to restore accountability despite skepticism over the effectiveness of such changes.

On December 22, 2023, the European Commission approved a €118.4 million assistance package for the Palestinian Authority. The funding will cover salaries and pensions for civil servants, provide social allowances for vulnerable families, fund medical referrals, and bolster administrative capacity. This aid is designed to enhance democratic governance, support essential public services, and contribute to political and economic stability in the West Bank and Gaza.

In an op-ed published on November 18, 2023, President Biden advocated that the Gaza Strip and West Bank should eventually be governed by a revitalized Palestinian Authority. This call is positioned as a key component to ensuring accountability for extremist violence and achieving lasting regional stability through a reunified governance structure.

Following reports of a violent raid on Jenin that resulted in significant Palestinian casualties, the Palestinian Authority announced it would suspend its security cooperation with Israel. This policy shift is seen as a move to reduce the PA’s complicity in repressive security practices, potentially alleviating part of its authoritarian image.

Following the death of prominent critic Nizar Banat, PA security forces violently arrested protesters and dissidents in Ramallah and surrounding areas. The article details excessive force, harassment, and the detention of protesters and their families, reflecting a harsh suppression of dissent and democratic freedoms.