Elul 29, 5777, 9/20/2017
 Israel to allow Jerusalem Arabs to visit GazaArab businessmen to be allowed to visit Gaza to invest in territory in order to strengthen economy and infrastructure. Gaza soccer team claims Israel banned 10 playersShabaab Rafah team claims Israel barred 10 Palestinian Arab soccer players from travelling from Gaza to Judea and Samaria. Civil administration approves jurisdiction of new town for AmonaAmona residents not satisfied, demand practical steps towards establishing the town be taken. Israel transfers four zebras to Arab zoo in SamariaIsrael transfers animals to Arab-run zoo in Samaria from Ramat Gan safari. Israel, PA agree to cooperate on waterIsrael and the PA to renew the activity of the Joint Water Committee which manages water and sewer related infrastructure. IDF official: Hamas is to blame for Gaza power outagesMajor General Yoav Mordechai: Hamas enjoys electricity 24/7 but Gazans only enjoy it three hours a day. IDF official to Gazans: Stop building tunnelsMajor General Yoav Mordechai warns Gazans that the terror tunnels are not only collapsing because of "work accidents." Israel’s resilient decency despite extreme terrorismIn 2015, Israelis suffered about 10 attempted terrorist attacks every day, equivalent to 411 per day in the US. But stories of Israeli decency and the relative prosperity of Israel’s Muslims rarely appear in the mainstream media. Liberman allows easing of restrictions for Muslim holidayThe government is making a number of generous gestures to Muslims for the upcoming Muslim holiday next week. COGAT imposes sanctions on Hevron governorMaj. Gen. Yoav Mordechai places sanctions on Hebron governor Kamel Hamid after his visit to terrorist's family. Israel announces 'gestures' to Palestinians during RamadanLiberman approves relaxation of restrictions on the movement of Palestinian Arabs during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. Real clear thoughts on BDS “free speech” to misguided governments.Anti-Semitic remarks have to be protected under Dutch and Swedish law, it seems. Government announces plan to upgrade Judea-Samaria checkpointsIsraeli government to spend $78 million on upgrading checkpoints between the PA-assigned areas of Judea and Samaria and Israel. Senior IDF official: ISIS members recently trained in GazaMaj. Gen. Yoav Mordechai tells Saudi website that ISIS members entered Gaza from Egypt to undergo military training. Hamas official denies stealing cement, threatens 'explosion'Deputy Economy Ministry director in Gaza denies stealing cement for tunnels, but threatens attacks if shipments are not resumed. Israel stops giving cement to Gaza after Hamas theftsCOGAT finds that Hamas minister diverts private humanitarian cement transfers to built more tunnels. Public sector will still get cement. Israel loosens shipping limits on GazaIsrael decides to let Gazan boats sail up to 9 nautical miles off coast, despite concerns of weapons smuggling. IDF official: There are no negotiations on a Gaza seaportThe Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories stresses that a Gaza seaport isn't on the agenda in talks with Turkey. 'Was Israel involved in tunnel collapses? God knows'IDF's Yoav Mordechai evades question when asked by PA news agency if Israel is responsible for collapse of Hamas's tunnels. Erekat claims IDF general is 'acting Palestinian president'PLO Secretary-General claims Netanyahu is controlling the Palestinians through the Civil Administration and COGAT. Israelis claim they were tortured by Palestinian policeIsraeli Arab brothers who were arrested by the PA for growing marijuana in Ramallah claim they were tortured in custody by PA police. Arutz Sheva exposé stops illegal Arab buildingRoad from Nabi Samuel renovated over Shabbat without Civil Administration approval - and with EU money. 'No logic in giving PA further control in Judea-Samaria'Furious ministers demand answers after reports surface of plans to transfer land from Area C in Judea-Samaria to Palestinian Authority. Israel to revoke 'special permits' from Hevron ArabsFollowing Tel Aviv attack by terrorist who had a work permit, Israel will revoke similar permits from other Hevron area Arabs. Israel signs deal on 3G mobile access for PalestiniansFollowing security assessment, COGAT signs 'memorandum of understanding' with Palestinian Authority to provide 3G service. Ya'alon: Distinguish Between Palestinian Terror and CiviliansDefense Minister says Israel must fight terrorism but also continue to assist Palestinians in their economy and welfare.Report: Israel to Sponsor Two New Palestinian Authority CitiesCOGAT, PA deny rumors that two sides met to discuss infrastructure earlier this month. Could the cities be a security risk? Israel to Allow Imports of Ironware and Furniture from GazaIsrael will allow Gaza to export ironware, furniture and textiles to Israel in a bid to improve the Gazan economy. Haniyeh's Sisters Denied Entry to Gaza for Son's WeddingAs part of policy placing pressure on Hamas to free captive Israelis, IDF denies entry to Gaza for relatives of Hamas leader. Israel to Reduce Number of Israeli Arabs who Enter GazaIn the interest of their safety, Israel will reduce the number of Israeli Arabs who are allowed to enter Gaza. Israel Cancels Travel Permits to Gaza After Terror AttacksPalestinian Arabs barred from traveling to the Hamas stronghold after the group claims responsibility for shooting attack. Israel Lets 14,000 Tons of Building Material into GazaDespite Hamas using building material to rebuild terror attack tunnels, Israel lets through single largest shipment since last war. PA Cars Let over 'Green Line' in First Since Second IntifadaSecurity risk? Israel lets Arab medical staff with PA plates drive in from Judea-Samaria, has PA police guard entrances to Jerusalem. Israel Lets 1,000 Tons of Cement Into GazaLargest load of building materials since Hamas's war let in under Qatar funding, despite evidence materials used to rebuild terror tunnels. EU 5 Praise Israel's Gaza WorkFive leading European Union countries praise Israel’s Gaza rebuilding efforts, criticize the PA. Hamas: 'We're Ready for War'. Part of Ceasefire Deal? Dual-Use Cement Allowed into GazaDays after 5-year truce talks including ease of imports leaked, Portland cement allowed in to Gaza - despite terror tunnel rebuilding. Israel to Double Water Supply to GazaCOGAT says it hopes Hamas will not steal water from citizens as it steals construction materials to build terror tunnels. How Many Arabs, Jews Live in Judea-Samaria?Gap of over one million people in census data from Judea-Samaria population counts; experts accuse PA of falsifying, omitting information. Israel Confirms Gazans will be Allowed to Pray on Temple MountAs part of a series of gestures over the upcoming Eid al Adha holiday, 500 Gazans will be allowed to travel to Temple Mount. Judea-Samaria Population Growth Double Israeli National AverageTwo percent growth in first half of 2014 occured despite unprecedented freeze in building by Israeli government. 4,000 Dunams in Judea and Samaria to Become State LandGovernment announces process that will enable development of Israel's biblical heartland; meanwhile previous promises still unfulfilled. Israel, PA Reach Compromise Over 'State of Palestine' PapersGazans to be allowed into Israel for medical treatment if "State of Palestine" is blurred from their entry papers. Gazans Refused Entry to Israel over 'State of Palestine' PapersDefense Ministry confirms patients were turned away for incorrectly-marked papers, but says urgent cases allowed through. 'Besieged' Gaza Gets Diesel Through IsraelGaza, whose Hamas leaders claim is under an “Israeli siege”, receives PA-bought diesel through a border crossing with Israel. EU 'Concerned' About Israeli Cold Shoulder in YeshaEuropean Union expresses concern over Israeli directive to suspend contact with Europe on matters related to Judea, Samaria and Gaza. Yaalon: Don't Cooperate with EUDefense Minister Moshe Yaalon orders that any EU request relating to Judea, Samaria and Gaza be turned down because of its latest ban. BDS Fail: Grateful Gaza Farmers Attend Israeli SeminarSixty farmers learn cultivation methods, credit Israel with doubling their watermelon crop yields. Israel Allows Turkish Food Trucks into GazaA spokesman for COGAT announced that Israel had approved the transfer of three trucks of food supplied by the Turkish government into Gaza. Gaza Supplies Locked Out with Hamas Border ClosureMore than 70 flatbed trucks of foodstuffs and other goods are sitting at the Kerem Shalom border crossing, locked out by Hamas. Turkey Undermines Israel at NATO, But Wins Gaza ShipmentsIsrael allows Turkey to ship materials and experts to Gaza despite Ankara's attempts to undermine the Jewish State in NATO. Hamas Tries to Limit Israeli Imports into GazaHamas bans certain types of Israeli goods into Gaza. Israel nevertheless continues supplying goods.Hamas Prevents Arabs in Gaza from Medical Treatment in IsraelHamas punishes Gaza's citizens for its row with Fatah by refusing to allow them to receive medical treatment in Israel. Israeli Camp for Sick Arab Kids – Not NewsCivil Administration's summer camp for Palestinian Authority children with cancer fails to interest media. Qatari Fuel Flowing into Gaza through Kerem ShalomIsrael allows in 10-15 tank trucks per day to relieve shortage cause by Hamas' political maneuvers. Civil Administration Helping PA Take Over Area CPA continues its attempts to take over Area C, under full Israeli control, and is being assisted by the Civil Administration. Gaza Economy Keeps ImprovingIsrael enables entry of four large converters to Gaza, to be used to improve Gaza power plant. Hamas Says Gaza Fuel Crisis Within 72 HoursOfficials in Gaza say the enclave with go dark in 72 hours and blame Israel - even as the IDF keeps goods flowing to them. |
