Israel, through its Military Commander, issued an order concerning the financial allocations and bank accounts of the Palestinian prisoners. Last year, Israel deducted more than 700 million NIS of our tax revenues, which are allocated for the prisoners, the martyrs, and their families.

Now, Israel is launching an intimidation campaign against the Palestinian banks. In this context, I confirm:

1. To us, the issue of the prisoners' allowances is sacred, and Israel's actions against it will not intimidate us.
2. The banks support the national economy. We must protect them from the occupation's blackmail.
3. We, along with the banks, are collectively confronting this issue, and we will find solutions to preserve the prisoners' allowances and protect the banks from the occupation's threats at the same time. A working group, including the Commission of Detainees and Ex-Detainees Affairs, is currently assessing this issue and will accordingly provide the necessary recommendations.

Second: Within days, and through the authorized parties, the National Fund "Waqfet Ezz" will begin disbursing aid to workers, the poor, and health affairs. To include: the Gaza Strip, occupied Jerusalem, and the refugee camps in Lebanon and Syria.

Around 90,000 families will benefit from this aid, whether through cash assistance or food packages. On this occasion, I thank our brethren, who are in charge of this great effort that has so far raised about 57 million NIS. I also thank those who donated for the relief and support of workers, the poor, and the health sector.

Third: Yesterday, the last COVID-19 positive case in Bethlehem Governorate has recovered, which was possible because of the commitment and understanding of the public. Accordingly, Bethlehem Governorate has joined the other uninfected Palestinian governorates. To avoid infection and the return of procedures to its starting point, I hope that you will not underestimate the situation and continue to adhere to the health measures announced by the Ministry of Health. I wish you all safety, and I urge our citizens to avoid rushing the complete lifting of the current measures. With the grace of God, the wise decisions of H.E. The President, and the government measures, the COVID-19 recovery rate has increased to 61%. Your commitment is critical.

Fourth: A new government will be announced in Israel within days. It is evident that the political agenda of this government includes annexing parts of the Palestinian land, namely the Palestinian side of the Jordan Valley and imposing sovereignty over the colonies. The Palestinian side of the Jordan Valley constitutes 28% of the West Bank, equivalent to 1622 square kilometers; it includes significant water aquifers and is considered Palestine's food basket. Along with occupied Jerusalem, the Gaza Strip, and the rest of the Palestinian land, it constitutes the geographic base for the State of Palestine. Additionally, it is also our entry/exit crossing point to Jordan and from it to the world.