Hamas accuses PA of suppressing West Bank protests for Gaza

Palestinians across the occupied West Bank shut down businesses and took to the streets in a one-day general strike, rallying in solidarity with Gaza and condemning Israel’s assault.

But the protests didn’t just face Israeli repression—Hamas is accusing the Palestinian Authority (PA) of cracking down on demonstrators, including arresting several in Ramallah.

In a statement, Hamas called the PA’s actions a “stab in the back” that only serves Israel’s interests.

“The Palestinian Authority is directly and clearly seeking to thwart any popular movement in support of Gaza,” the statement read.