The U.S. State Department has accused the Palestinian Authority of provideing financial support to families of individuals involved in terrorist activities, totaling more than $200 million in 2025. This program, often referred to as a “pay-for-slay” scheme, has been part of longstanding allegations aimed at portraying it as incentivizing acts of violence against Israelis and Jews.
According to officials, the funds are intended to support the families of those who have carried out attacks, which the U.S. considers to be a form of direct encouragement for terrorism. The State Department has emphasized that such payments are counterproductive to peace efforts and undermine stability in the region.
The Palestinian Authority has previously faced criticism over similar claims, with supporters arguing that the payments are needed to support the families of prisoners and those affected by conflict. The latest accusations mark a continuation of longstanding concerns from the U.S. and other nations about financial practices linked to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
This development is likely to influence ongoing diplomatic discussions and may lead to increased calls for financial reforms and accountability measures within the Palestinian Authority’s financial programs. The U.S. government has vowed to continue monitoring and addressing what it describes as activities that perpetuate violence in the region.