'The Palestinian Authority is the Most Antisemitic Entity in the World' Amichai Chikli Reveals:

The Palestinian Authority’s Dangerous Parallels with Hamas

The Palestinian Authority (PA) has long been portrayed as the “moderate” alternative to Hamas, yet its record tells a different story. Far from preparing its people for coexistence, the PA has normalized antisemitism, glorified terrorism, and weakened its own political legitimacy. This trajectory raises urgent questions for Israel’s security and for international policymakers who continue to treat the PA as a viable peace partner.

The Palestinian Authority’s Dangerous Parallels with Hamas

The Palestinian Authority (PA) has long been portrayed as the “moderate” alternative to Hamas, yet its record tells a different story. Far from preparing its people for coexistence, the PA has normalized antisemitism, glorified terrorism, and weakened its own political legitimacy.

This trajectory raises urgent questions for Israel’s security and for international policymakers who continue to treat the PA as a viable peace partner.

A Culture of Antisemitism

The PA’s institutions consistently foster a culture of hostility toward Israel. According to the Anti-Defamation League, the PA ranks as the most antisemitic governing body in the world. Its schools erase Jewish history from textbooks, replace it with narratives of victimhood, and glorify terror attacks as heroic acts.

Perhaps the most egregious example is the “pay-for-slay” program. Convicted terrorists and their families receive government salaries that increase based on the severity of the attack. Far from discouraging violence, the PA has institutionalized incentives for bloodshed.

Political Fragility in Judea and Samaria

While the PA is entrenched in international diplomacy, its domestic legitimacy is collapsing. The Palestinian Authority (PA) is weak politically, with little support among the population in Judea and Samaria.

Polls show that if elections were held in Judea and Samaria, Hamas would likely win. This reflects deep frustration among Palestinians who see the PA as corrupt and ineffective.

Instead of positioning itself as a bridge to peace, the PA has ceded ground to Hamas by mimicking its rhetoric and tolerating extremist ideologies. For Israel, this means that concessions to the PA often translate into political capital for Hamas.

Oslo’s Failure and the Need for a New Framework

The Oslo Accords were intended to lay the groundwork for lasting peace. Today, they stand as a relic of failed expectations. The PA has not transformed into a stable partner; instead, it has entrenched division and fostered animosity.

Clinging to Oslo only prolongs a broken process. Israel and its allies must consider new frameworks that prioritize security, stability, and realistic governance over outdated diplomatic formulas.

Autonomy Under Israeli Security

One approach gaining traction is a model of local autonomy under overarching Israeli security control. Palestinian cities such as Nablus or Jenin would manage their daily affairs, while Israel retained ultimate responsibility for counterterrorism and border security.

This model acknowledges Palestinian self-governance without compromising Israel’s ability to defend itself. It also prevents hostile groups like Hamas from exploiting security vacuums.

Voices From Israel’s Leadership

In a recent episode of the One Jewish State podcast, Minister Amichai Chikli made the case that the PA mirrors Hamas not just politically but ideologically. Speaking with Ambassador David Friedman, he argued that the first step toward peace is recognizing this reality. By admitting Oslo has failed, Israel can pursue strategies rooted in pragmatism rather than wishful thinking.

Knesset member and Minister of Diaspora Affairs Amichai Chikli sat down with the One Jewish State podcast hosted by former US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman and discussed the Palestinian Authority (PA) and its striking similarities to Hamas in terms of hostility toward Israel and antisemitism.

Facing Reality, Not Illusions

The international community continues to treat the PA as a peace partner despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary. A governing authority that indoctrinates hatred, rewards violence, and lacks legitimacy cannot deliver reconciliation.

For Israel, the path forward must prioritize sovereignty and security while allowing space for local autonomy where possible. For global policymakers, the challenge is to abandon illusions about the PA and confront the uncomfortable truth. Only by facing this reality can meaningful steps toward peace and stability in the region be made.