Israel deprives Palestinians of proper education by withholding revenues

Al JazeeraCenterEN 6 min read 75% complete by Al Jazeera StaffFebruary 13, 2026 at 05:43 AM

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Since 2024, Israeli policies of withholding tax revenues owed to the Palestinian Authority (PA) are severely impacting Palestinian education in the West Bank. Under Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, Israel has withheld billions in tax revenues, ostensibly to punish the PA for payments to families of imprisoned Palestinians. As a result, public schools like Zenabia Elementary in Nablus are only open three days a week due to funding cuts. Teachers face reduced salaries and inconsistent pay, leading to strikes and a lack of resources. The situation is described as widespread throughout the West Bank, with significant consequences for students' learning and well-being.

Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Combatants for Peace 30% Aisha al-Khatib 60% Bezalel Smotrich 65% Nablus ×270% Zenabia Elementary School ×475% West Bank ×480% Palestinians ×280% Palestinian Authority (PA) ×485% Israel ×590%

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Very Negative

Score: -0.70

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Al Jazeera

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90%

Geographic Perspective

Israel

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