U.S. law puts strict limits on most of the White House’s direct financial support of the PA, other than in certain narrowly defined cases. In principle, funds can only be transferred once Ramallah takes steps to halt its incessant incitement to violence and the glorification of acts of terrorism.

Recent publications indicate that the Palestinians are refusing to meet their obligations, with Abbas’ U.S.-trained and funded security forces even recruiting children as young as seven to fight what they describe as the “sons of dogs” (i.e., Israelis).

Yet the Associated Press (AP), in a report reprinted by The Washington Post, ABC News, and The Daily Mail, this week opted to put a spotlight on alleged Israeli “crimes” against children.

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