Hevron Jewish Community

Rabbi Kook and Hevron:

"I do not shake hands defiled with Jewish blood"

Rav Kook held the acting commissioner responsible for British inaction during the Hevron massacre and refused his outstretched hand.

Liberman advances construction of new building for Hevron Jews

New apartment building to be established above old wholesale market in Hevron, which sits on Jewish land.

'Don't allow that Arab murderer to block construction in Hevron'

Hevron Jewish community irate at convicted terrorist Hevron mayor's intention to petition Supreme Court against building 30 Jewish homes.

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PA assails recognition of Jewish Hevron

Hevron Governor Kamel Hamid claims government's decision to grant Jews municipal authority 'most dangerous decision since 1967'.

Left livid at prospect of funds to Hevron Jews

Despite efforts of the opposition, the Knesset Finance Committee approved the transfer of 1.9 million shekels to the Jews of Hevron.

Ben-Gvir thwarts Hevron Arab provocateur's efforts

A Hevron Arab’s attempt on Saturday to provoke local Jews ended in failure.

'When I heard our soldier shooting, I breathed a sigh of relief'

Ashi Horowitz, member of the Hevron emergency response team, testified today for the defense at the Elor Azariya trial in Yafo.

Haetzni: Government can't buy us with money

Prominent Yesha figure rejects government aid to Kiryat Arba: 'If it redeems land that will go to Arabs, I'll pass on the money.'

Yitzhak Geniram, a founder of Hevron Jewish community, passes

Yitzhak Geniram was active in re-settlement of Gush Etzion, Hevron, and Golan.

Hevron backs soldier who shot wounded terrorist

Ancient city's Jewish community calls to thoroughly check soldier's version of event, stressing: 'remember this terrorist came to murder.'

Hevron Attack 'Incited by Anarchists'

Spokesman for the Jewish Community of Hevron says shortly before the attack, a group of Israeli hikers was attacked by an anarchist group.

Five Years after Eviction, Jews Enter Peace House

The first Jewish families entered the house in Hevron after courts and Defense Minister gave their approval.

Anarchists Invading Hevron to Mark 20 Years Since Massacre

Anniversary of massacre of Muslims at Cave of Machpela by Baruch Goldstein kicks off leftist events.

Photo Essay: Shabbat Chayei Sarah in Hevron

The tension could almost be ignored amidst the festive picnic atmosphere as thousands camped out in front of the Cave of Machpelach.

Shabat Hevron: Why I Live in the City of the Patriarchs

Netanyahu in Message of Support for Hevron Jews

PM's greeting to the community in honor of Shabbat Hevron may be a political signal of steadfastness.

MK Struk: Pleased with PM's Hevron Decision

Hevron resident MK Orit Struk (Bayit Yehudi) lauds decision to allow Jews back Hevron building following attack. MK Feiglin disagrees.

Singer’s Emotional Meeting with Survivor of Hevron Massacre

Singer Amir Benayoun meets Hevron massacre survivor whose family was slaughtered. ‘I’ll think of him when I sing.’

Arabs Cause Destruction in Hevron Fields

Arabs and leftists joined forces to harass the Jews who cultivate an agricultural plot, says a resident.

Jews Leave Controversial Hevron Home

Jewish families peacefully leave historic Jewish home in Hevron, call to end ‘discrimination’ over housing.

Bennett in Hevron: This is Where It all Began

Machpela House, which has been closed for a year, was opened up for the MKs.

Photos: Old City of Hevron Attracts 15,000 Visitors

Over 15,000 people visited Hevron on Wednesday and more are expected on Thursday.

Photo Essay: Purim Revelry in Hevron Ignores Muslim Riots

As Muslims rioted in Judea and Samaria, Jewish residents of Hevron celebrated Purim and invited soldiers to take part.

Jews in Hevron: We Want to be Treated Equally

Jews in Hevron ask to be notified before expulsion.

Government to Expel Hevron’s ‘Beit Ezra’ Jews

Peace Now strikes again. The government told the High Court Monday morning it will expel Jewish families from Beit Ezra in Hevron.

Bnei Akiva Controversy: 'Rabin Opposed Our Values'

Bnei Akiva head’s decision to speak at Rabin memorial pleases the left, but causes consternation within the movement.

Deputy PM: No Plans to Adopt Pro-Settlement Report

Deputy PM Meridor says there are no plans to adopt the Levy Report. “Ramallah, Hevron not part of Israel.”

Barak: Hand Over 'Peace House' to Jewish Owners

Defense Minister pre-empts government move to force his hand, but house may remain empty.

Hevron 'Peace House' to Revert to Jewish Owners

Court rules that the state must return the property to owners. This does not mean residents evicted in 2008 can return.

IDF Soldier Wounded in PA Arab Rock Attack

Palestinian Authority Arabs have been attacking IDF soldiers in Judea and Samaria Monday, beginning from the early morning hours.

Hevron Arabs Rampage in Funeral, Attack Jews

Four Arabs died in a traffic accident near Kiryat Arba. The funeral turned into an attack on Jewish motorists.

Block Death Sentence for Seller of Hevron Home, Court Asked

NGO files motion asking court to force state to act to save Mohammed Abu Shahala, who brokered Machpela House sale.

Court Suspends Hevron Expulsion Order

Hevron Jews convinced a court to suspend an order to expel Jewish families from a building that an Arab claimed was sold illegally.

Hevron Children Escape Attempted Murder in Playground

Hevron Arabs targeted 20 Jewish children in a playground Saturday night with huge building blocks and rocks intended to kill.

Hevron: Desperate Jews Played by PA Tricksters

PA conmen in Hevron have taken advantage of the desperate shortage of housing in the local Jewish community to make a profit.

Court Orders Another Hevron Expulsion

Six more Jewish families in Hevron face expulsion after a court accepted Arab claims the purchase of their building was a forgery.

Hevron Jews Compare PA with Third Reich

The “Nuremberg Laws” under Hitler prohibited transferring property to Jews. Hevron Jews point out the PA is doing the same.

Photo Essay in Hevron: ‘Let Jews Live Here’

Thousands of Jews are visiting Hevron during Passover and signing a petition demanding that Jews be allowed to live in a home they bought.

Fire in Machpela Cave

Cave was emptied of worshipers for 30 minutes as Border Police put out the blaze. No one hurt, no serious damage.

Netanyahu: I asked A-G to Approve Beit El Neighborhood

Prime Minister: We strengthen the Jewish community in Hevron – but we do so while maintaining the law.

Barak’s Hevron Ultimatum Leaves Him Silent

Barak silently backs down from his threat to expel Jewish families from Hevron at 3 p.m. He may have boxed himself in a corner.

Barak Headed for 3 p.m. Face-Off in Hevron

Barak refuses to budge on an order to expel Jews from their home in Hevron. Likud MK Hotovely: Whoever wants Jews out is an anti-Semite.

IDF Slaps Machpela House with Eviction Order

Residents of newly populated home in Hevron receive orders to leave the premises "out of concern for public safety."

Hevron Arabs Stage Home Purchase Claim

Soldiers moved Hevron Arabs out of a building they claim they had bought, days after Jews presented a deed of purchase of an Arab home.

Edelstein: Sale of Hevron Home to Jews Undoubtedly Legal

Minister Yuli Edelstein: The sale of Beit HaMachpelah in Hevron which Jews had purchased from an Arab owner was undoubtedly valid.

Activist: Netanyahu Must Choose a Side

‘Netanyahu has to decide if he’s with us or with our enemies,’ Jewish activist says as Jews are barred from Hevron home.

MK Uri Ariel Calls on Gov't to Rescue Arab Seller in Hevron

MK Uri Ariel has called on the government to rescue the former Arab owner who sold a property to Jews near the Cave of the Patriarchs.

Rabbi Dov Lior: Beit HaMachpela in Hevron Legally Purchased

The Chief Rabbi of Kiryat Arba-Hevron visited a new Jewish home next to the Cave of the Patriarchs Thursday, saying the purchase was legal.

Jews Move Into House Near Cave of Patriarchs

A group of Jews has moved into a house in Hevron near the Cave of the Machpela (Patriarchs), after buying it from an Arab owner.

Meretz Gets Unexpected Lesson in Nationalism

MKs with Meretz planned to hear from far-left group Breaking the Silence, but were given a tour by Land of Israel activists instead.