Posted 3/29/2024, 8:30:08 PM
U.S. Pushes Palestinian Authority to End Terrorist Payment Program
- U.S. nearing agreement with Palestinian Authority to end "martyr payment" program that financially rewards families of terrorists
- Program pays families of terrorists over $1,500 plus a monthly stipend for life
- PA to replace program with general welfare system instead
- PA under pressure from U.S. to reform in order to govern Gaza Strip after war with Hamas ends
- Changes to payment system expected soon according to Biden administration officials