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Terrorist Murders Father and Wounds Family Near Hevron

Policeman shot to death while driving to Kiryat Arba with family for Passover seder, his pregnant wife is hospitalized.

Shot Terrorist Was 'Just Picking Plants,' Brother Claims

Terrorist shot breaching security fence near Hevron was not attacking, family claims; he was endangering a local plant.

Military-Grade Weapons Cache Found Near Hevron

IDF uncovers mortars, night-vision equipment, stun grenades and more in Arab village.

'Women of the Wall' in Hevron Purimfest

Two girls who think it's funny that women pray with men's accessories come up with an original costume.

Wanted Hamas Terrorist Arrested in Hevron

Ayub al-Qawasmi, a senior Hamas terrorist who had been wanted for years, nabbed weeks after being released by PA security forces.

Hevron: Right-Wing Activists Egg Housing Minister's Car

Right-wing activists in Hevron accuse Uri Ariel and his Jewish Home party of "selling out" to become minister.

Netanyahu: We are not Strangers in Beit El

Prime Minister sums up 2013, says number of terror victims is lowest in a decade, infiltrators are not refugees.

Hevron Area Farmer: Arabs Out to Kill Me

Agriculture Minister Yair Shamir heard a chilling story from the Jewish owner of a field near Hevron; Arabs had planned to kill him.

Northern Family (Almost) Makes it to Snowbound Machpelah Cave

A family intent on giving thanks to G-d at the Machpelah Cave refused to let a little snow stand in their way

Official: Route 60 Traffic Circle a Danger to Drivers

A traffic circle on Highway 60 in the Kiryat Arba-Hevron area will leave Israeli drivers open to rock attacks, Israeli residents say.

Hevron: Knife-Wielding Arab Youth Arrested

Suspect, 17, had been behaving suspiciously when he was detained and frisked.

Terror Attack Thwarted in Hevron

Young Terrorist, 16, Tries to Stab IDF Soldiers Near the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hevron

Police Arrest 7 Leftists in Hevron

Seven extreme leftists were arrested in Hevron after causing a provocation and holding up posters denouncing Jewish presence in the city.

Piron Encouraged to Reinstate School Trips to Hevron

"Visiting Hevron is a Jewish Zionist value," write MKs Chetboun and Ohayon to Education Minister Shai Piron.

Housing Minister Calls to Double Number of Hevron Jewish Homes

Uri Ariel reiterates call for solidarity, support for embattled Jewish community.

Hevron Prepares for Next Week's Massive Sabbath Pilgrimage

The Jewish community of Hevron prepares for an influx of visitors for "Shabbat Chayei Sara", to honor the Biblical matriarch Sarah.

Govt. Clarifies: No Order to Resettle Hevron Home

State clarifies that Netanyahu’s call to resettle Jewish building was not an order, and that government will wait for court verdict.

Thousands Attend Funeral of Soldier Killed Sunday

Thousands attended the funeral of Gal Kobi, who was killed Sunday after an Arab sharpshooter targeted him while he was on patrol in Hevron.

'An Amazing Son, a Wonderful Brother and a Good Friend'

Hundreds of people have arrived at Tirat HaCarmel to comfort the family of 1st Sgt. Gal Kobi, who will be buried at 4:00 p.m.

Netanyahu: Resettle Beit Hamachpela in Hevron

"Whoever tries to uproot us from the city of our forefathers will achieve the opposite," says Prime Minister after Hevron sniper attack.

IDF Soldier Killed by Sniper Fire in Hevron

An IDF soldier who was critically wounded in a shooting attack in Hevron Sunday night has died of his wounds, the IDF said

Beit Haggai, Binyamin Residents May Lose Roadblock Protection

Residents of Beit Haggai fear they will suffer more terrorism as IDF experts determine that a roadblock near Hevron can be safely removed

MKs Call on Govt to Allow Jewish Return to Beit HaMachpela

Lawmakers hail ruling upholding the purchase of Hevron’s Beit HaMachpela apartment building and call for the return of Jews to the site.

Court Awards Damages to Hebron Mother Over False Arrest

The Jerusalem Magistrate’s Court has awarded thousands of shekels in damages to a Hevron mother after her false arrest by police.

Arabs Cause Destruction in Hevron Fields

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

PA Blames Israel for Arab Violence, Rioting

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas is blaming the State of Israel for acts of terror and rioting by Arabs following the cancer death of a prisoner.

March in Memory of Fallen Soldier

Hundreds march in memory of soldier who died stopping suicide bomber.

IDF Troops Kill Hamas Terrorist Near Hevron

PA Arab terrorist shot and killed by IDF soldiers during a clash between soldiers and Arabs near Hevron.

Recidivist-Led Hamas Terror Cell Detected in Hevron

Israel security agents have foiled a Hevron terrorist cell led by an operative released in the 2011 Shalit hostage-prisoner swap deal.

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.

300 Runners in Hevron Race

Athletes from all over Israel took part in the race, which passed through Hevron's sacred and historic sites.

'G-d is with Us': Stakelbeck, Part 2 – Judea

Video: CBN host continues his tour through the Biblical heartland.

Arab Planned to Attack Soldier Over 'Insult' in Tel Aviv

A female Arab who planned to carry out a stabbing attack at the Machpelah Cave in Hevron Monday afternoon was arrested by IDF troops

Photos: 150 Rabbis from Forty Countries Worldwide Pray in Hevron

Over one hundred and fifty orthodox rabbis from 40 Jewish communities worldwide arrived in Hevron to pray at the Cave of the Patriarchs.

Kiryat Arba Calls for Change as Man Killed in Crash

Israelis in the Hevron region seek enforcement of traffic laws after a PA driver swerves, kills a local Israeli man.

Soldier who Shot Terrorist Faces Death Threats

Arabic-language websites publish young female soldier’s picture, say, ‘Your day will come.’

IDF to be On High Alert Following Hevron Incidents

IDF and police to increase presence in Judea and Samaria on Friday, following several attempts at terror attacks.

IDF Soldiers Foil Firebomb Attack in Hevron

Members of an IDF unit stationed near Hevron shoot Arab terrorist as he prepares to throw a firebomb at them.

Female Border Police Officer Foils Terror Attack Near Hevron

A 17-year-old PA Arab shot and killed after pulling a pistol on Border Police officers near Hevron. Gun turned out to be a fake.

Hanukkah Brings Hope to Hevron, Despite Threat of Evacuations

The hope of Hanukkah is palpable in the Jewish community of Hevron this year, despite evacuation threats.

Ministers: Hevron Evictions Could Cost Likud 3 Seats

Likud MKs fear that the party could lose votes in the upcoming elections if the state supports the eviction of residents of Beit Ezra

Hevron Jews On Edge over New Expulsion Threat

Jews in Hevron concerned as prosecution revives expulsion plan regarding Beit Ezra.

IDF: Arab Rioting More Since 'Pillar of Defense'

A violent face-off developed Thursday afternoon between IDF soldiers and Arabs in Hevron

Thousands at Hevron Celebrate ‘Avraham’s Purchase’

Approximately 15,000 Jews flooded Hevron on the Sabbath, when the Torah reading opens with Avraham’s purchase of the Patriarchs Cave.

Arab Court Appeal Endangers Jewish Return to ‘Peace House’

The judicial system again has allowed a PA Arab appeal to ban Jews from returning to the Hevron “Peace House” that a court ruled is theirs.

Road Terror Rising: Barrage of Rock Attacks in Judea, Binyamin

Israeli drivers in Judea, Samaria and Binyamin are warned to be extra vigilant tonight (Monday): rocks are flying on the roads.

Hevron Arabs Attack IDF with Firebombs

Hevron Arabs firebombed IDF soldiers who were searching for terror suspects early Monday. The soldiers were unhurt and shot one attacker.

2,000 Road Terror Attacks Since January Says IDF

Israeli motorists again dodged lethal mini-missiles in a fresh round of road terror Sunday, after more than 2,000 attacks this year.

Arabs Torch Belongings of Beit Hamachpela Residents

Arabs took advantage of the Sabbath to set fire to a container belonging to the evicted residents of Beit Hamachpela in Hevron.

Border Police Officer Stabbed at Cave of Patriarchs

A Border Police officer was lightly wounded in a Hevron stabbing attack; terrorist shot, resuscitated

1,000 Visit Ruth's Tomb in Hevron

For holiday of Shavuot, a pilgrimage to Hevron in which the Scroll of Ruth is read.

Hundreds Visit Hevron, Celebrate its 1967 Liberation

Hevron, too, was liberated in in 1967. Jews could visit the Tomb of the Patriarchs again. Hundreds came to remember, celebrate.

Can the EU Save Abu Shahala?

EU officials say they will pressure PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas not to execute the Arab man who sold Beit Hamachpelah to Jews in Hevron

PA Arab Who Sold Hevron Home in Life-Threatening Danger

Deputy Minister Kara says there is a serious threat to the life of the Arab who arranged the sale of the Beit Hamachpela to Jews.

Report: A-G Against Outpost Law Because of Fear of Hague Court

Report says A-G objects to legalizing outposts because he fears the issue could be brought to the International Court in The Hague.

PA Arabs March in Solidarity with Hunger Striking Terrorists

Thousands of PA Arabs ,march in Hevron, Shechem and Gaza in solidarity with hunger striking terrorist prisoners.

Hevron Jews in Ancient Lag Ba’Omer Custom

Jews in the biblical city of Hevron followed ancient community custom by visiting the tomb of Otniel.

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.

Arabs Throw Rocks at Jewish Girls in Hevron

Jewish girl slightly injured in yet another Arab rock attack on innocent Israeli civilians.

EU Ambassador: Israel 'Occupying' Hevron

The European Union continues to maintain Israel is occupying Judea and Samaria; denies that Judaism and Israel are inherently connected.