Visa Denials and Diplomatic Fallout: A Pattern of Obstruction The United States' decision to extend visa sanctions on Palestinian officials ahead of the UN General Assembly is the latest installment in a long running drama between Washington and Ramallah.
This time, it's not just about Mahmoud Abbas's travel plans – it's about the underlying tensions that have been simmering for years.
While citing "failure to reform" as the reason for the visa denial, the US State Department paper thin veil hides a far more complex issue.