1.  Who is Ismail Haniyeh?  Why is he upset with the U.S. and the European Union?

2.  What does Mr. Haniyeh think is the U.S. and E.U.'s motive for their decision?  What is the real reason for their decision as explained in paragraphs 12-13?

3.  What does Mr. Haniyeh say will be the result of the U.S./E.U. decision?

4.  When was the Palestinian Authority set up?  How much money does it spend each month on the salaries of its 56,000 security personnel?  How much is spent per month on government operations?

5.  What has Israel's Bank Hapoalim decided to do?  Why might the Jordanian-owned Arab Bank's decision be so much worse in the eyes of the Palestinians?

6.  The majority of Palestinian Authority officials, newly elected in a free and fair election, are members of Hamas, a terrorist organization that sends out suicide bombers and calls for the destruction of Israel.  Should the PA receive aid while Hamas continues its program?  Explain your answer.