COGAT

Israel stops giving cement to Gaza after Hamas thefts

COGAT finds that Hamas minister diverts private humanitarian cement transfers to built more tunnels. Public sector will still get cement.

Israel loosens shipping limits on Gaza

Israel decides to let Gazan boats sail up to 9 nautical miles off coast, despite concerns of weapons smuggling.

Israel halts Gazans' permits to visit Temple Mount

Defense Ministry says Palestinians are exploiting permit which grants about 200 worshipers permission to travel to Al-Aqsa Mosque.

IDF official: There are no negotiations on a Gaza seaport

The 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 police

Israeli 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 building

Road 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 Arabs

Following 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 Palestinians

Following security assessment, COGAT signs 'memorandum of understanding' with Palestinian Authority to provide 3G service.

Ya'alon: Distinguish Between Palestinian Terror and Civilians

Defense Minister says Israel must fight terrorism but also continue to assist Palestinians in their economy and welfare.

COGAT Slams Arab Incitement in Interview with Al Jazeera

Major General Yoav Mordechai blasts radical Islamic movements for 'rumors and lies' that Israel is trying to take over holy sites.

Report: Israel to Sponsor Two New Palestinian Authority Cities

COGAT, 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 Gaza

Israel 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 Wedding

As 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 Gaza

In 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 Attacks

Palestinian 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 Gaza

Despite Hamas using building material to rebuild terror attack tunnels, Israel lets through single largest shipment since last war.

Sources: Gaza to Get Cement Deliveries 'For Next Three Years'

In yet another Israeli “gesture,” the PA has been moving caravans from PA-controlled areas of Judea and Samaria to Gaza.

PA Cars Let over 'Green Line' in First Since Second Intifada

Security 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 Gaza

Largest 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 Work

Five leading European Union countries praise Israel’s Gaza rebuilding efforts, criticize the PA. Hamas: 'We're Ready for War'.

Reversal of Israeli position

Part of Ceasefire Deal? Dual-Use Cement Allowed into Gaza

Days 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 Gaza

COGAT 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 Mount

As part of a series of gestures over the upcoming Eid al Adha holiday, 500 Gazans will be allowed to travel to Temple Mount.

Against the odds

Judea-Samaria Population Growth Double Israeli National Average

Two 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 Land

Government announces process that will enable development of Israel's biblical heartland; meanwhile previous promises still unfulfilled.

Israel, PA Reach Compromise Over 'State of Palestine' Papers

Gazans 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' Papers

Defense Ministry confirms patients were turned away for incorrectly-marked papers, but says urgent cases allowed through.

'Besieged' Gaza Gets Diesel Through Israel

Gaza, 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 Yesha

European Union expresses concern over Israeli directive to suspend contact with Europe on matters related to Judea, Samaria and Gaza.

Yaalon: Don't Cooperate with EU

Defense 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 Seminar

Sixty farmers learn cultivation methods, credit Israel with doubling their watermelon crop yields.

Israel Allows Turkish Food Trucks into Gaza

A 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 Closure

More 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 Shipments

Israel 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 Gaza

Hamas bans certain types of Israeli goods into Gaza. Israel nevertheless continues supplying goods.

Hamas Prevents Arabs in Gaza from Medical Treatment in Israel

Hamas 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 News

Civil Administration's summer camp for Palestinian Authority children with cancer fails to interest media.

Qatari Fuel Flowing into Gaza through Kerem Shalom

Israel allows in 10-15 tank trucks per day to relieve shortage cause by Hamas' political maneuvers.

Civil Administration Helping PA Take Over Area C

PA continues its attempts to take over Area C, under full Israeli control, and is being assisted by the Civil Administration.

Gaza Economy Keeps Improving

Israel enables entry of four large converters to Gaza, to be used to improve Gaza power plant.

Hamas Says Gaza Fuel Crisis Within 72 Hours

Officials in Gaza say the enclave with go dark in 72 hours and blame Israel - even as the IDF keeps goods flowing to them.

Israel Eases Security Restrictions for Holiday Season

Israel began to ease security restrictions Monday in its annual holiday tradition of expanding visitor permits across its PA border.

Business Owners Suffer from Car Glut in Gaza

It's a small region -- and car dealers in Gaza are complaining that the market is becoming glutted.

In 3rd Quarter 2011, Gaza Exports Jump 30%

In the third quarter of 2011, Gaza's exports have increased 30 percent over the same period a year earlier, despite a worldwide crisis.

Gaza Begins Agricultural Export to Europe

Business as usual in Gaza as it begins exporting agricultural products to Europe, with Israel's assistance.

New Regulations Allow Solar Revolution in Yesha

Soon residents of Judea and Samaria will be able to produce - and sell - electricity provided by the sun.

Gaza PA Farmers Learn Export Expertise from Israel

While rockets are fired by Gaza terrorists, PA farmers in the region are being taught by Israel how to export something better.

Israel Transfers $13.5 Million to Gaza

Despite rocket attacks, Israel still transfers money into the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip.

Report: Despite Terror Attacks, Israel Aids Gaza's Citizens

Terrorists have shot rockets at the land crossings into Gaza, but Israel continues to transfer goods into the Strip on a daily basis.

Israel Once Again Allows Medical Supplies to Enter Gaza

Israel allows Turkish-made medical supplies to enter Gaza, amidst continued reports of a "siege" on the flourishing Strip.

Israel Transfers Medical Supplies to Gaza

Crisis in Gaza? Despite Hamas' rule in the Strip, Israel allows for medical equipment and medical staff to enter the region.

Despite Attacks, IDF Sends Food, Supplies to Gaza

Despite ongoing attacks, the IDF has continued its policy of transferring food, medicine, and other items to Gaza

Israel Helps Gaza Export Cherry Tomatoes

Israel will assist the Gaza Strip export cherry tomatoes to Europe, while Gilad Shalit is captive and rockets are still being fired into Israel.

Attacks on Jews Continue, As Does Humanitarian Aid to Gaza

Rock attacks on Jewish drivers continue in Judea and Samaria, while Arabs in Gaza received thousands of tons of humanitarian aid supplies as usual.

Gov't Announces Holiday Goodwill Towards the PA

New goodwill gestures by the government to the Palestinian Authority herald the start of the Christian holiday season in Judea and Samaria.

IDF Dances with Fatah Over Gaza

The IDF is coordinating efforts with the Fatah-led Palestinian Authority to re-install it in Gaza and improve life there without involving Hamas.