US to refuse visas to Palestinian Authority officials

US Imposes Visa Restrictions on Palestinian Authority Officials

Washington Takes Action Amidst Growing Global Recognition of Palestinian Statehood

The United States announced Thursday a new policy denying visas to members of the Palestinian Authority, sharply criticizing the body governing parts of the Israeli-occupied West Bank. This move comes as several US allies are moving towards recognizing Palestinian statehood.

The State Department declined to specify which officials would be affected, stating only that it would deny visas to "members" of the Palestine [...].