Judea and Samaria
News and updates about Judea and Samaria

DM Bennett: Applying sovereignty, on the ground
Defense Minister aims to shorten process for approval of construction in Judea, Samaria. 'Procedural sovereignty only.'

Netanyahu unveils plans for 3,000 new homes in Judea and Samaria
Ahead of Likud leadership election, Netanyahu unveils plans for more than 3,000 new homes in Judea and Samaria.

'We will bring US recognition of entire settlement enterprise'
PM promises Likud voters in Judea and Samaria that in the next term he will work to achieve US recognition of all of Judea and Samaria.

Hamas: Escalate 'battle' against Jews in Judea and Samaria
Terror group calls for attacks on Israeli civilians, says any retaliatory attacks are 'dangerous escalation,' show Israeli 'extremism.'

ICC's investigation spurred by Netanyahu's annexation promise
ICC prosecutor cites Netanyahu's pre-election promise to annex 'large parts of the West Bank' as one of the factors for investigation.

Luxembourg pushing for recognition of 'Palestine'
Luxembourg pushing for all EU member states to recognize Palestinian state in response to US policy shift on Judea and Samaria.

'I’m happy to be a fighter in the battle for Israel'
Arutz Sheva spoke to Dr. Dave Weldon, Chairman of the Board of the Israel Allies Foundation, at the annual Chairman’s Conference.

Trump ends Arab preoccupation with Judea and Samaria

Heads of Judea and Samaria councils back Netanyahu
Heads of eight local councils in Judea, Samaria and Jordan Valley send a letter of support to Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu.

And they call themselves the New Israel Fund?

'How can a Jew be an occupier in Judea?'
Head of Shomron Regional Council speaks to members of European Parliament, criticizes EU decision to label "settlement" products.

Knife Netanyahu and Trump's peace plan may bleed to death

PM: We strengthen Yesha, they won't uproot us
Netanyahu meets Yesha council leaders to discuss approval of NIS 40 million security budget for Judea and Samaria.

Abbas: US policy change emboldens Israel
PA chairman blasts Trump administration’s announcement on legality of Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria.

Pompeo: New policy on settlements will help resolve conflict
Secretary of State: Decision on legality of Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria is correct and in the best interests of both sides.

So this is Netanyahu's reward?

Arab League condemns US policy shift on Judea and Samaria
Arab League denounces US announcement that it no longer considers communities in Judea and Samaria to be a violation of international law.

Criticism of Trump's Judea/Samaria decision - is it based on facts?

Hundreds of Israeli rabbis praise Trump
250 rabbis, including Israeli chief rabbis, sign letter thanking US president for his recognition of Israeli rights in Judea and Samaria.

European Union bites off more than it can chew in Judea and Samaria

PA calls to punish those dealing with 'settlement products'
PA cabinet leader says he will ask International Criminal Court to investigate the “settlements”.

Vatican speaks out against US statement on 'settlements'
Holy See doesn't mention Pompeo statement but says "recent decisions risk undermining Israeli-Palestinian peace process".

Arab League to discuss Pompeo announcement
Arab League to hold "urgent meeting" on US announcement that it no longer considers Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria to be illegal.

The only question on settlement legality is: Why did it take so long?

PA: Escalate the popular resistance
PA leadership convenes emergency meetings following Pompeo statement regarding legality of "settlements".

France: 'Settlements' are illegal under international laws
France says it "regrets" US policy shift on Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria.

New details about historic US Judea and Samaria declaration
David Friedman has been pushing move lately; US has looked into whether move would cause Gaza flare-up.

US Ambassador briefed Gantz ahead of settlement announcement
Had Gantz informed of readiness to declare government within 24 hours, it is uncertain announcement would have been made.

Behind the scenes of the historic proclamation
On contacts and talks that preceded US declaration, Deputy FM says: 'All begins with our determination to uphold our rights.'

'US corrects historic injustice on settlements'
Foreign Minister YIsrael Katz meets US Deputy National Security Adviser Victoria Coates following Pompeo's statements on settlements.

Trump's declaration: 'Political window for sovereignty expands'
Nadia Matar: 'Once again President Trump is not afraid of being on the side of justice.'

UN: Settlements illegal no matter what US says
UN rights office dismisses US declaration Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria are not illegal.

"If I'm not PM, Trump admin's declarations won't mean a thing"
Netanyahu meets with Yesha leaders, warns of dangers of minority left-wing government relying on Arab MKs. 'We could lose everything.'

Netanyahu:
'This is a great day for Israel'
PM hails US declaration that Israeli 'settlements' not considered illegal, calls move 'historic achievement that will last for generations.'

Countering Obama and the UN on Judea and Samaria communities

Thank you, President Trump

AIPAC: Settlements should be an issue for direct negotiations
Pro-Israel lobby responds to US policy change on Judea and Samaria: The Palestinians must stop their boycott of US & Israeli officials.

On Judea/Samaria, Trump defies the world again

Biden criticizes Trump on Judea and Samaria
Democratic presidential hopeful says policy change on Judea and Samaria will inflame regional tensions.

OU applauds US policy change on Judea and Samaria
Orthodox Union welcomes statement that Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria are not inconsistent with international law.

Egypt, Jordan criticize US policy change on Judea and Samaria
Two Arab countries that have peace treaty with Israel criticized Pompeo’s statement on Judea and Samaria communities.

Warren: 'Settlements' make peace harder to achieve
Democratic presidential candidate criticizes policy reversal on Judea and Samaria.

Cruz praises Pompeo announcement on Judea and Samaria
Texas Senator: It’s up to our Israeli allies to make their own decisions about what to do with their territories.

Young Israel welcomes Pompeo announcement
National Council of Young Israel: Judea and Samaria is as much a part of Israel as any other Israeli municipality.

PA outraged following Pompeo statement
Abbas spokesman says Pompeo declaration on Judea and Samaria is "null and void" and contradicts international law.

Netanyahu thanks Trump: You corrected a historic injustice
Netanyahu speaks to Trump following Pompeo statement on Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria.

Sanders: Settlements are illegal, Trump isolating the US
Democratic presidential candidate criticizes Pompeo's declaration on Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria.

EU: Policy on 'settlements' remains unchanged
EU foreign minister responds to Pompeo, says the EU views "settlements" as illegal under international law.

J-Street: 'Destructive gift to Israeli Right'
Anti-Israel Jewish organization calls Pompeo announcement 'Last-ditch attempt to boost the prime minister’s personal prospects.'

Historic announcement:
Watch: US says Israeli courts determine legality of settlements
Secretary of State Michael Pompeo announces major change to US policy, recognizes Israeli courts' authority on settlements.

Opinion: Critics doubt legal character of ECJ
European Court of Justice ruled that "settlements" are in breach of international law. Legal scholars disagree.

Greenblatt: A hypocritical and political decision
Jason Greenblatt denounces EU court ruling that products from Judea and Samaria must be labeled as "settlement products".

Arab rioter shot dead in clashes with IDF at Arafat memorial
Palestinian Authority claims rioter fatally shot during clashes with IDF in southern Judea. One rioter wounded in separate memorial march.

Netanyahu aide: Settlements are a divine blessing
Deputy Chief of Foreign Affairs Reuven Azar calls on attendees at Christian Media Summit to fight claims Jewish communities are illegal.

Britain condemns approval of construction in Judea and Samaria
Britain says "settlements" are illegal in response to Israeli approval of more than 2,300 housing units in Judea and Samaria.

Reps of Likud national camp embark on campaign in Judea, Samaria
Likud groups call for cooperation, launch campaign to increase number of Likud members in Judea and Samaria by 3,000 before primaries.

PA: Dry up the financial resources for 'settlements'
PA cabinet leader calls on European Union to boycott "settlement products" and work to dry their financial resources.

UN's PA 'expert': Ban 'settlement' products
Canadian law professor Michael Lynk calls for international ban on all products made in Judea and Samaria.

Watch: New song describes magic of Judea and Samaria
"I Know", an original composition by Cecelia Margules sung by Gad Elbaz, was filmed in numerous locations around Judea and Samaria.
