Coercive Diplomacy Via Economic Sanctions: Israeli Withholding of Palestinian Clearance Revenues

Abstract

Coercive diplomacy has increasingly emerged as a prominent instrument within contemporary international relations, encompassing a diverse set of mechanisms designed to influence the behavior of targeted actors. This study explores the application of coercive diplomacy through economic tools, focusing specifically on Israel’s recurrent withholding of Palestinian clearance revenues as a strategic means of exerting pressure on the Palestinian Authority and deterring particular political decisions. The paper systematically analyzes patterns of suspension and withholding since 2011, with the aim of identifying both the frequency of these measures and the underlying political conditions that prompt their implementation.