Tishrei 3, 5778, 9/23/2017
Judea and Samaria (Shomron) Build, but shut up about it, says TrumpWhat other country stops the presses to announce that it is building more homes? French court ruling: Israeli presence in the 'West Bank' is legalAn unpublicized earthshaking ruling made by a French court in 2013 turns the entire Judea and Samaria issue on its head. Falsehoods and more falsehoods, part IICountering the lies the world hears and believes about Judea and Samaria. Debunking the "Occupied Territories"Why the US deems it crucial to consider Judea and Samaria occupied - when they are not. INTO THE FRAY: Imbecility squared – Part 1“Commanders for Israel’s Security” are a group I would much rather respect than ridicule, but drivel is drivel, even when it comes from men with an illustrious past and an accumulated 6000 years of security experience. 'Ya'alon did a great deal of damage to Judea-Samaria'Binyamin Regional Council member calls out Yesha Council for acting as if Ya'alon helped Jews in the region. Could Jewish Home control Judea-Samaria?Original coalition agreements gave Deputy Defense Minister Ben-Dahan control over Civil Administration; Ya'alon ignored them. Herzog: Unity government opportunity for 'dramatic change'Opposition leader joining government now to pressure Netanyahu to make 'drastic' changes to his policies, recordings reveal. Danon: PA, not Israel, rejecting peace talksIsrael on alert amid possibility of French-brokered talks, but note lack of leadership purely on PA side. Bennett: Likud against Jewish presence in Judea-SamariaJewish Home chairman implies his party the only one to support full sovereignty in the region, despite alleged right-wing government. Ben-Dahan: Judea-Samaria next for full sovereigntyDeputy Defense Minister says Netanyahu's Golan Heights speech could mark a preemptive step toward full Israeli law in Judea-Samaria. Amona residents launch campaign to save community'Domino effect' of evictions could see thousands evicted from their homes across Judea-Samaria, residents warn. EU 'deeply concerned' over Israeli security fenceEU claims the fence will harm Palestinian Arabs' livelihood. Minister: Judea-Samaria aid not enough to cope with terrorComprehensive aid package 'does not provide for the residents' needs,' Haim Katz states, including self-defense and coping skills. 'Likud freezes construction - and Yesha leaders vote for them!'Jewish Home MK says continued support for Likud among Judea and Samaria leaders emboldens Netanyahu to keep freezing. 'UTJ forgot it's part of the coalition'Jewish Home MK refuses to vote on budgetary issues after MK Moshe Gafni scraps needs of Judea-Samaria, Gaza belt from agenda. Watch: Hanukkah where Jewish presence in Samaria beganSamaria leaders gather to mark 40 years since Jews returned to the region, vow to reach one million people by 2035. IDF to call up 4 battalions to reinforce Judea-SamariaTwo reserve units, two regular IDF units to be deployed at the beginning of 2016, in first call-up since terror wave began. Huckabee formally rejects the 'two-state solution''The US needs to finally make a definitive statement that we know who our peace partner in the Middle East is, and it is Israel.' Minister pushes plan to close off HevronScience Minister Ofir Akunis says preventing Palestinians from leaving Hevron could be a significant step in fighting terror. Jewish Home behind Jerusalem building thawNaftali Bennett, Uri Ariel presented ultimatum to Netanyahu, Arutz Sheva has learned - to lift freeze in exchange for vote on budget. Hungary rejects EU 'settlement labeling' planHungarian FM meets with Netanyahu, rejects labeling as 'inefficient and illogical.'MKs boycott EU in response to 'settlement' labeling decisionTwo Jewish Home MKs exchange their cars in tit-for-tat move against EU discrimination. Judea-Samaria business owners defiant against EU labellingPsagot winery owner tells Arutz Sheva why businesses will drive to sell more to flaunt the EU's labels - and why he predicts success. Exposé: Netanyahu governments have built the leastBuilding in Judea-Samaria just over 1/4 of what it was under Ehud Barak, and half of figures under Ariel Sharon. Foreign Ministry cadets headed to SamariaChanges to Foreign Ministry cadet course will enable future ambassadors to better defend Israel in the international sphere. Poll: 50% of Israelis against building freezesPuzzling poll reveals 55% of Israelis believe 'settlers' are 'an obstacle for peace,' but similar number against building freeze. Public Protest Called for PM's Residence TuesdayJudea-Samaria regional leaders call on public to protest wave of terror this week, ignore calls to dismantle protest vigil. British FM: End of 'Israeli Occupation' Long OverdueHammond equates Arab terrorists and 'Israeli settlers,' demands end to Jewish presence in Judea and Samaria. Building Should Not be a Response to Arab TerrorAchieving peace with our Palestinian neighbors has never been about land. French Embassy Shuns Judea-Samaria LeadersJudea-Samaria mayors disinvited from Legion Award ceremony in Yafo. Officials: they never would have done this when Liberman was FM. Ya'alon Insists: IDF Can Handle Terror SpikeDefense Minister tells ministers to stop 'hyperventilating,' insists situation is safer than before Defensive Shield in 2002. 'We Will Return to Northern Samaria'Three hundred people return to Homesh over Simchat Torah and bring joy back to the ruins of a once-thriving community. Netanyahu, Cabinet Pass Slew of Anti-Terror MeasuresSecurity reinforcements, new roads, and new laws. 'We will defeat terror, as we have done in the past,' the Prime Minister warns. Religious Zionist Leader Urges: Murders Can't Happen AgainBnei Akiva chairman says Henkin murders have crossed a red line; Israel must have full sovereignty over Judea-Samaria. MK Demands 'Arabs Must Learn from History'Jewish Home MK Yinon Magal visits murder scene, notes that Israel withdrawing from Judea-Samaria will only give rise to a terror state. IDF Runs Terror Drill in Northern SamariaComplex shooting incident staged to train soldiers to know what to do in 'lone wolf' attacks. Commander: we need constant vigilance. Hamas Refuses Reconstruction Aid over 'Settlement' OriginsGaza proudly stops shipment of Israel-made doors for Palestinian civilian homes, claiming aid 'exploits' situation. Rivlin: Our Right to Judea and Samaria is a Basic FactIsraeli President defends Israel's rights to Biblical heartland as 'fact' - not 'political debate.' US Presents Double Standards for Illegal ConstructionWhite House 'troubled' by Israel demolishing 40 illegal Palestinian homes - in light of 'settler construction' in the same area. Former ISA Chief Calls to Segregate RoadsAvi Dichter says separating roads between Israelis, Palestinians the only way to prevent terror attacks. Absurd: Security Guard Arrested for Carrying Legal FirearmLegal rights group Honenu denounces 'scandalous' arrest of emergency response team trainee, says 'incitement' to blame. No Chances: Security Reinforced in Judea-SamariaIDF, Border Police reinforcements deployed throughout Judea and Samaria over the weekend after dozens of rock-throwing attacks. Fatah Forms Militia to Protect Against 'Settler Attacks'Fatah movement in Qalqilya establishes militia force to protect against 'settlers' after arson attack in Duma. Minister Urges Judea-Samaria Not to Give Up on BuildingDemolitions aside, ministers trying to stop the de facto building freeze, Agriculture Minister Uri Ariel tells Arutz Sheva. UN: Beit El Housing 'An Impediment to Peace'UN's Ban Ki-Moon decries approval of 300 homes in Beit El, 504 in Jerusalem, urges 'accountability.' Progress in Fight Against Beit El Demolition PlansCivil Administration approves validation papers for homes slated to be destroyed - but will it be enough? Facebook Redraws Israel's BordersNew advertising settings place Judea-Samaria, parts of Jerusalem, and the Golan Heights as 'outside Israel,' according to Israeli media. 'Their Hatred For Us Bends the Nations' Views'Prominent Religious Zionist rabbi tells Arutz Sheva that Israel must stand up and ignore international pressure to gain the world's respect. MK: Cancel Oslo Accords, Make PA a Regional CouncilLikud MK Mickey Zohar outlines an action plan to Arutz Sheva that involves annexing Judea-Samaria - and Israel looking out for itself. Netanyahu Refuses to Expand Judea and SamariaPrime Minister admits in heated confrontation with the mayor of Beit El that he will not keep campaign promises to build more houses. Academics Urge Gov't: Make Israel's Legal Case for Judea-SamariaProfessors call on Deputy FM Hotovely to release formal response clarifying Israel's legal presence in Judea-Samaria. Ya'alon Threatens to Act 'Firmly and Decisively' to Fight TerrorDefense Minister meets with IDF generals in Judea-Samaria over recent attacks, notes Ramadan 'fans the flames' against West. Poll: 71% Believe World Has Bias Against IsraelThe majority of Israelis believe global community has double-standards regarding Israel, supports Judea-Samaria regardless. Two Homes Demolished in Givat RonenSamaria Regional Council livid over demolitions, arrests; say authorities guilty of selectively enforcing law. Peace Talks: 'Dangerous' or Expected?Ministers face off over rumors that Netanyahu plans to revive peace talks, discuss 'settlement blocs' with PA. Hazan to Netanyahu: Don't Treat Me Like a ChildThe Knesset's youngest MK pushes back against resistance to putting Judea-Samaria bus regulation plan back on the table. |
