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'Enemies of Muslims'

Senior PA official Hebron slams Iran

Following the strike of an Iranian missile in Beit Awwa in the Hebron area, a senior Palestinian Authority official delivered sharp criticism, claiming that Iran is responsible for the region’s destruction.

Senior PA official Hebron slams Iran

Drama:

Two sisters kidnapped to Arab village

A father was arrested after he fled his home in Ashdod with his two daughters, aged three and one. The two were found in the village of Beit Awwa near Hebron and the father was arrested.

Two sisters kidnapped to Arab village

Shepherd attacked on Mount Hebron

Approximately ten Arabs attacked a Jewish shepherd in the Susya area with clubs. An IDF force called to the scene shot two of the attackers.

Shepherd attacked on Mount Hebron

History in Hebron

"Neighborhood of Heroism" established

Hundreds of Jews entered five buildings in the Jalis neighborhood of Hebron today. The new neighborhood will be named after seven soldiers who fell in battle.

"Neighborhood of Heroism" established

Israelis Exonerated:

Fire at Arab farm was caused by electrical fault

A sheepfold near Hebron caught fire and about 50 animals burned to death. Police said the fire was caused by an electrical fault and there is no suspicion of a nationalist attack.

Fire at Arab farm was caused by electrical fault

Cabinet moves to change legal statuses in Judea and Samaria

The cabinet approved a series of significant decisions affecting the settlements that change the legal and civil reality in Judea and Samaria, led by Defense Minister Israel Katz and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich.

Cabinet moves to change legal statuses in Judea and Samaria

Security forces surprise Hebron imam

'Hetz' fighters carry out nighttime raid, arrest Hebron imam suspected of publishing incitement and support for Hamas.

Security forces surprise Hebron imam

Widescale counterterrorism operation in Hebron

Counterterrorism operation in Hebron area leads to arrests, weapons seizures.

Widescale counterterrorism operation in Hebron

Chief of Staff

Large-scale counter-terror op underway in Hebron

IDF Chief of Staff Zamir visits Tomb of the Patriarchs. 'The security of the residents is a top priority for IDF troops in the sector.'

Large-scale counter-terror op underway in Hebron

In Hebron

Security forces launch large‑scale counterterrorism operation

Security forces launch an operation in Hebron to thwart terrorism and locate weapons. The operation will continue for several days.

Security forces launch large‑scale counterterrorism operation

IDF thwarts terror attack

Terror cell arrested in Hebron planned immediate terror attack, IDF reveals.

IDF thwarts terror attack

Drama near Hebron:

Border Police soldier enters PA territory

A civilian reports seeing a woman in uniform entering an Arab vehicle near the Elias Junction, prompting an intensive search operation by Border Police and IDF forces.

Border Police soldier enters PA territory

Hebron: Dangerous drones seized by police

Judea and Samaria Border Police arrested the owner of a Hebron shop after finding dozens of drones suspected of being intended for use in terrorist attacks.

Hebron: Dangerous drones seized by police

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Shepherd catches illegal hunters red-handed

Hunters from the village of Halhul who set traps in the grazing lands of the Hebron hills were caught in the act but managed to escape.

Shepherd catches illegal hunters red-handed

After 96 years:

Second Hanukkah candle lit at Hebron’s Valero House

Students of the Shavei Hebron Yeshiva mark a historic moment Monday evening by lighting the second Hanukkah candle at the Valero House in the Hebron Kasbah, the first ceremony at the site since Jews were expelled after the 1929 massacre.

Second Hanukkah candle lit at Hebron’s Valero House

Terror attack thwarted in Hebron

Paratroopers eliminate two terrorists attempting to ram Israelis at police checkpoint; one Israeli suffers very light injuries.

Terror attack thwarted in Hebron

Ramallah and Hebron:

IDF raids and seals HQ of PFLP-tied 'agricultural' organization

IDF forces operated at UAWC buildings, arresting suspects, seizing incitement materials and terror funds, and sealing the sites over the organization’s declared affiliation with the PFLP.

IDF raids and seals HQ of PFLP-tied 'agricultural' organization

Terrorist who rammed soldier near Hebron eliminated

The terrorist who lightly injured a soldier at the Judea Junction was eliminated after he attempted to ram troops who arrived to apprehend him.

Terrorist who rammed soldier near Hebron eliminated

Terrorist eliminated

Female soldier injured in ramming attack near Hebron

Female soldier lightly injured in car-ramming attack on Highway 35 near the Judea Junction in the Hebron area. The terrorist fled with his vehicle into the city.

Female soldier injured in ramming attack near Hebron

'No Regret or Apology'

11 years for Arab who raped soldier at Bat Yam beach

Court sentences a 24-year-old Arab from Hebron to 11 years in prison after he was convicted of raping a 19-year-old soldier at a beach in Bat Yam and causing bodily harm.

11 years for Arab who raped soldier at Bat Yam beach

Cave of the Patriarchs utilities shifted to Israeli control

For the first time in decades, Israel has taken full control of the site's electricity and water from the Waqf.

Cave of the Patriarchs utilities shifted to Israeli control

Hebron:

26,000 Visit Hebron for Chayei Sarah weekend

Judea and Samaria District Police, IDF, and Border Police in Hebron responded to gunfire, arrested two suspects linked to the incident, and detained 13 others for various offenses while conducting extensive preventative measures throughout the area.

26,000 Visit Hebron for Chayei Sarah weekend

Parashat Chayei Sarah:

The Giants of Hevron

The children of Ishmael are destined to rule the Holy Land when it is empty, and they will hinder Israel from returning, until the merit of their circumcision, which is an incomplete covenant, ends, just as the period of the giants ended.

The Giants of Hevron

House by house, Hebron is being redeemed

Shlomo Levinger, member of association dedicated to growing Jewish Hebron, shares the momentum of how homes are being purchased, as the Jewish community in the city slowly grows. 'It was a Hebrew city even before Tel Aviv.'

House by house, Hebron is being redeemed

Hebron

'We're people of the Bible, we're living the Bible'

Yishai Fleisher, International Spokesperson for the Jewish Community of Hebron, says that this year's Shabbat Chayei Sarah is special as the Jewish community celebrates the return of the hostages.

'We're people of the Bible, we're living the Bible'

From Hebron to Jerusalem

Once again Hebron and the Land of Israel are rising to renewed life, this time through the descendants of Avraham our father, who settle the Land of the Patriarchs and Hebron with self-sacrifice.

From Hebron to Jerusalem

Surrounded by Muslims

MK Succot enters area of Cave of Patriarchs closed to Jews

Ahead of Shabbat Chayei Sara, MK Tzvi Succot toured the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron, entering the Muslim‑controlled Isaac Hall and calling for full Jewish access and sovereignty over the holy site.

MK Succot enters area of Cave of Patriarchs closed to Jews

Palestinian incitement:

Mein Kampf found in Islamic Charity Association offices in Hebron

IDF troops operating to thwart terror financing and confiscate incitement materials found an Arabic copy of Adolf Hitler’s manifesto in the 'charity' organization's offices.

Mein Kampf found in Islamic Charity Association offices in Hebron

Mixed-gender guard shifts at the Cave of the Patriarchs

Religious soldiers from Givati's advanced training course complained they were assigned to guard shifts alongside female Border Police officers, contrary to their religious way of life.

Mixed-gender guard shifts at the Cave of the Patriarchs

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IDF conducts intense operations in Judea and Samaria

Forces arrest suspects, seize arms and incitement materials, and destroy a pipe bomb in simultaneous operations across Judea and Samaria.

IDF conducts intense operations in Judea and Samaria

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Thousands sing at the Cave of the Patriarchs

An estimated 12,000 worshipers participated in a festive sunrise prayer in Hebron.

Thousands sing at the Cave of the Patriarchs

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Main Selichot prayers at the Cave of the Patriarchs

Watch the main Selichot ceremony at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron.

Main Selichot prayers at the Cave of the Patriarchs

Cave of the Patriarchs:

Hebron Local Council: Giant prayer ceremonies in Hebron

A women's Selichot event will be held on Sunday, led by Rabbanit Yemima Mizrahi and Ruhama Ben Yosef, and a Selichot event on Monday will be led by Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu and attended by Council Chairman Eyal Gelman.

Hebron Local Council: Giant prayer ceremonies in Hebron

Home in Hebron returned to Jewish ownership

The Harchivi Makom Ohalayich association has completed the purchase of a house in Hebron and has brought a Jewish family to take up residence in it.

Home in Hebron returned to Jewish ownership

Cave of the Patriarchs:

Civil Administration revokes powers from Palestinian Authority

The Civil Administration notified officials in Hebron and the Palestinian Authority that it will advance planning procedures to roof the courtyard of the Cave of the Patriarchs despite PA objections.

Civil Administration revokes powers from Palestinian Authority

Hebron Telegram channel published tips for prospective terrorists

A Hebron-based Telegram channel publishes instructions for lone terrorists, including how to enter Israel without arousing suspicion at checkpoints.

Hebron Telegram channel published tips for prospective terrorists

The road to Oct. 7 began in Hebron

The 1929 massacre by local Arabs is not just a painful chapter in the past but a reality that still impacts the region. Even the Ramot Junction. Opinion.

The road to Oct. 7 began in Hebron

First time in 96 years:

Shavei Hebron Yeshiva students return to historic Hebron home

Shavei Hebron Yeshiva students make history by returning to a house that belonged to Jews before the 1929 massacre.

Shavei Hebron Yeshiva students return to historic Hebron home

Palestinian Arab media report a rare arrest by the IDF

Local reports claim IDF forces raided the home of Hebron Mayor Tayseer Abu Sneineh and arrested him. The IDF has yet to confirm.

Palestinian Arab media report a rare arrest by the IDF

The unusual case which reached the Supreme Court

Palestinian Arab in process of converting to Judaism, married to a Jew, is arrested near Hebron; IDF claims tunnel found under his home.

The unusual case which reached the Supreme Court

Dressed as customers:

Terrorists arrested at bank in dramatic operation

In special operation, police arrest wanted terrorist responsible for shooting attack at bank near Hebron.

Terrorists arrested at bank in dramatic operation

Minor sues Border Police over conduct during eviction

A minor in Mount Hebron has filed a civil suit against the police for NIS 17,000, alleging a Border Police officer assaulted him during a demolition operation.

Minor sues Border Police over conduct during eviction

Within an hour:

Terrorists neutralized during attempt to infiltrate communities

Two knife-wielding terrorists attempt attacks near Shim'a in Har Hevron and Migdal Oz in Gush Etzion; both neutralized without injuries.

Terrorists neutralized during attempt to infiltrate communities

Hebron emirate plan:

Pro-Israel sheikh's car torched

Hebron sheikh backing peace with Israel targeted in arson attack amid PA incitement campaign.

Pro-Israel sheikh's car torched

Noam Arnon:

The sane majority in Hebron wants Israeli sovereignty

For at least two decades, the spokesperson for the Jewish community in Hebron has been promoting the idea of clan-based civil governance instead of PA rule. Is this idea feasible?

The sane majority in Hebron wants Israeli sovereignty

Arab Affairs Analyst:

'No real intention of Hebron to detach from PA'

Senior Arab affairs correspondent Ohad Hemo denounces reports that leaders of local Arab clans in Hebron are attempting to detach their city from the rest of the Palestinian Authority.

'No real intention of Hebron to detach from PA'

Bypassing PA:

Hebron sheikhs propose independent emirate

Five Hebron sheikhs approached Israeli Minister Nir Barkat with a plan to establish an independent emirate, pledging zero tolerance for terrorism and calling for mutual recognition between Israel and the proposed Hebron Emirate.

Hebron sheikhs propose independent emirate

Tourists who disrupted security forces to be deported

Four foreign tourists who filmed security forces in the Mt. Hebron region and were involved in incitement will be deported from Israel in the coming days.

Tourists who disrupted security forces to be deported

Shin Bet thwarts major Hamas network in Hebron

As part of the investigation into the infrastructure that planned to carry out attacks in the immediate future - over 60 cell members were arrested, 22 weapons of various types were confiscated, and a shooting attack carried out at the Bnei Naim junction 15 years ago in which four Israelis were murdered was solved.

Shin Bet thwarts major Hamas network in Hebron

Sirens in Jerusalem

Missile from Yemen falls near Hebron

Sirens sounded in Jerusalem and the area following the launch of a missile from Yemen. IDF says the missile fell in the area of Hebron and no interceptors were launched.

Missile from Yemen falls near Hebron

Echoes of History:

Britain's Sanctions against Min. Smotrich and the Hebron Massacre

Déjà vu - history is full of instances where British actions and inactions failed to protect Jewish lives. Opinion.

Britain's Sanctions against Min. Smotrich and the Hebron Massacre

Hebron Mountain governor moves office to protest Arab market

'This illegal market near Meitar poses a serious security risk. It has become a hazardous zone for Jewish residents,' the governor declared.

Hebron Mountain governor moves office to protest Arab market

Thousands of cyclists ride for fallen officer

More than 1,000 cyclists from across Israel completed the annual memorial bike ride honoring Yitzhak Bunish, the Hebron security officer killed in a terrorist shooting at the Worshippers' Path 22 years ago.

Thousands of cyclists ride for fallen officer

IDF:

Cache with hundreds of combat items located in Hebron

Security forces arrest suspect in arms sales after discovering large cache in women's clothing store in Hebron.

Cache with hundreds of combat items located in Hebron

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Hallel prayer with Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu in Hebron

An emotional service is taking place at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron with the participation of thousands of worshippers.

Hallel prayer with Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu in Hebron

Suspect arrested for running over Yasam officer

A preliminary investigation found that the suspect ran over the officer while attempting to flee in a stolen vehicle.

Suspect arrested for running over Yasam officer

IDF investigating Palestinian Arab claims of property damage

The IDF announced that an investigation has been opened following documentation showing soldiers damaging property in the Palestinian village of Jinba in southern Mount Hebron.

IDF investigating Palestinian Arab claims of property damage

In Depth:

The Cave of the Patriarchs Massacre

Looking back over the 31 years since one of the most dramatic and divisive events in the history of Judea and Samaria.

The Cave of the Patriarchs Massacre

Hebron:

Grave of Rabbi Yehuda Bibas located

After decades of searching, the grave of Rabbi Yehuda Bibas, a pioneer of Zionist thought, has been located in the ancient cemetery in Hebron.

Grave of Rabbi Yehuda Bibas located

Protecting Jewish Hebron and supporting IDF soldiers

In the historic city of Hebron, Jewish residents and Israel Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers stand on the front lines of safety and security in Israel.

Protecting Jewish Hebron and supporting IDF soldiers