Welcome to the eleventh edition of "Inside the PA," a weekly on-line publication designed to provide an open-source and yet valuable insight into the workings of the Palestinian Authority. We will review important statements by senior PA officials and developments within Palestinian society as taken from the Palestinian and Arab media.

" We will work to Islamize the penal code and impose Islamic penalties for murder, theft, adultery and trade in alcoholic beverages."

        —Hamas legislator Abu Halabiya outlines his movement's plans for the Palestinian Authority.