Netanyahu to Release Palestinian Tax Revenue Amid U.S. Pressure
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the release of Palestinian tax revenue frozen by Israel, as he seeks to defuse tensions with the U.S. over his commitment to peace talks.
Netanyahu approved recommendations by the Defense Ministry and the Shin Bet security service to transfer sums collected in January and February, the premier’s office said in a statement sent to reporters. Israel will first deduct payments for electricity and other services provided to Palestinians, it said.