Judea and Samaria

Netanyahu orders team to improve road safety in Judea, Samaria

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu orders creation of special team to work with IDF on preventing traffic accidents in Judea and Samaria.

A call for victory in Judaea and Samaria

The acts of Jewish vigilantism, which General Bluth decries and which I do not support, are, however, the result of the failure to conduct an effective enough proactive anti terror policy. Opinion.

Watch: IDF thwarts terror across Judea and Samaria

IDF forces dismantle terrorist infrastructure in Judea and Samaria, resulting in the arrest of numerous suspects and the seizure of weapons.

After violence in Samaria

Yesha Council head backs IDF, slams anarchists

Yesha Council head Yisrael Ganz condemns recent violence by extremists in Judea and Samaria, backs IDF and police actions, and calls for sovereignty to restore law and protect innocent civilians.

Infiltrations and urban combat

A glimpse into the IDF's massive exercise in Judea and Samaria

The IDF wrapped a landmark exercise uniting two divisions and multiple agencies, simulating over 40 terror-related scenarios and refining rapid-response strategies in light of October 7.

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Iran flooding Judea and Samaria with advanced weapons

Washington Free Beacon reveals Iran is arming Judea and Samaria terror cells with drones, rockets, and explosives to replicate Oct. 7.

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Suspects who firebombed Border Police base arrested

Border Police arrested three suspects who threw Molotov cocktails at a base in Judea and Samaria, using drones and security footage to track them to a nearby Arab village.

IDF announces widescale exercise in Judea and Samaria

IDF launches three-day exercise simulating wide range of escalation scenarios in Judea, Samaria, and Jordan Valley.

Jurisdiction for 13 new communities approved

Central Command Chief Avi Bluth approves jurisdiction for 13 new communities, paving the way for legal planning, development, and infrastructure. Minister Smotrich: 'A significant step in strengthening Jewish presence.'

Jenin area continues to be a leader in terrorism

According to Palestinian data, a total of 356 terror attacks targeted Israeli civilians and security forces across Judea, Samaria, and Jerusalem throughout October, injuring eight.

Revivim:

Build - and quickly!

Of course, it is preferable not to employ those who oppose our existence in this Land. However, as long as there is no practical alternative, it is forbidden to halt the building of our land, lest we repeat the Sin of the Spies.

Two Israeli homesteads violently evicted before Shabbat

Moments before Shabbat, dozens of Border Police officers raided two homesteads in Samaria and the Hebron Hills, carried out demolition and evacuation, and violently arrested residents.

Nearly 2,000 housing units to be approved in Judea and Samaria

The Supreme Planning Council is set to approve 1,973 new housing units across Judea and Samaria, as part of the building surge advanced by Minister Bezalel Smotrich since assuming his role.

At multiple locations:

Jewish residents attacked with rocks by Arabs and leftists

Violent riots break out in multiple locations across the Binyamin region, with leftist anarchists providing logistical support to rock-throwing Arab terrorists.

Judea and Samaria:

IDF arrests 44 terrorists, two of whom were planning attacks

Israeli forces seize dozens of weapons and arrested terror suspects in sweeping operations across Judea and Samaria, thwart terror attack plots in Jilazon and Beit Ummar.

Trump on sovereignty:

'Don’t worry, Israel’s not going to do anything'

Responding to the Knesset’s passing of a sovereignty bill, President Trump tells reporters not to worry, insisting Israel won't take action in Judea and Samaria.

Netanyahu:

Sovereignty vote 'a deliberate political provocation'

The Prime Minister’s Office condemned the Knesset vote on sovereignty in Judea and Samaria, calling it a political stunt during Vice President Vance’s visit and vowing the bill will not advance.

Trump:

'Israel would lose US support if it annexes Judea and Samaria'

In an interview with TIME Magazine, President Trump said any Israeli move to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria would cost it US support, while pledging continued peace efforts across the region.

US VP Vance:

Sovereignty vote a 'stupid political stunt, I was insulted'

US Vice President JD Vance attacked the vote to apply Israeli sovereignty over Judea and Samaria, and confirmed: 'The West Bank is not going to be annexed by Israel.'

MK Succot Warns:

IDF to cut defense forces in Judea and Samaria

MK Succot wrote to Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir to protest what he claimed would be a 30% reduction in IDF forces in the region.

Rubio:

'Knesset sovereignty bill threatens Trump’s Gaza peace plan'

Ahead of Israel visit, Secretary of State warns that Israel’s sovereignty bill, approved in a preliminary reading by the Knesset, endangers Trump’s Gaza peace plan.

MK Moshe Saada:

'Sovereignty? Actions matter more than slogans'

MK Moshe Saada supports applying sovereignty in Judea and Samaria but expresses reservations in an interview with Arutz Sheva about the timing of introducing the bill in the Knesset.

After voting for sovereignty

MK Edelstein removed from Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee

Likud removes MK Yuli Edelstein from committee to punish him for violating PM Netanyahu's directive by voting to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria

Ben-Gvir, Rothman:

Sovereignty in Judea, Samaria consistent with US friendship

Following the Knesset vote on the sovereignty bill, right-wing MKs emphasized that Israel’s independence and the move toward sovereignty strengthen-rather than endanger-ties with the US.

Preliminary reading:

Knesset passes Judea and Samaria sovereignty bill

MK Avi Maoz's bill to apply Israeli sovereignty over Judea and Samaria passed in a preliminary reading with a one-vote majority. Likud MK Yuli Edelstein broke with his party to vote for the bill.

Watch: Terrorist planning attack arrested near Beit El

In widescale counterterrorism operation, Duvdevan reservists arrest suspected terrorist near Beit El.

Right-Wing War:

Noam party proposes sovereignty despite Netanyahu's objections

Noam party chair MK Avi Maoz refused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's request to delay advancing a bill to apply Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Concern in Judea & Samaria over reduction in defense positions

Local officials are warning about the security implications of reducing the number of territorial defense positions in Judea and Samaria due to budgetary considerations.

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir:

'Mission not over, we still have challenges in Judea and Samaria'

The Chief of Staff, Maj. Gen. Eyal Zamir, visited the Central Command, spoke with the brigade commanders, praised the forces and warned of possible developments.

Egged under fire for map reading 'West Bank'

New Egged app labels Judea and Samaria as ‘West Bank’; rights group demands correction.

Shin Bet chief's rebuke: Say 'Judea and Samaria'

During an introductory meeting with Shin Bet coordinators, incoming Shin Bet chief David Zini reprimanded one participant after he used the term “the West Bank.”

Watch: Arabs shoot at Israeli civilians near Evyatar

Residents of Mevaser Shalom in Samaria, are shot at by terrorists while conducting a Friday night security patrol.

Two IDF soldiers injured by explosive device in Samaria

IDF soldiers operating in Tubas area in Samaria suffer moderate injuries after terrorist hurls explosive device at them.

Hamas leader in Judea and Samaria issues threats

Hamas leader in Judea and Samaria assures security prisoners remaining in prison that the organization will do everything to secure their release.

Returning to build in Judea and Samaria

Every time the people of Israel neglected the commandment of settling the Land, they paid heavy prices for it.

Roadside ambush:

Dozens of Arabs attack a family in Binyamin

A family traveling to in the Binyamin region encountered dozens of Arabs who tried to block their car and pelted it with rocks.

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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.

Following security breach:

IDF to beef up security around infiltrated Jewish village

Following a major infiltration in Na’ale by masked burglars, the IDF is reinforcing forces in the area as local and military officials investigate and enhance security systems.

After US pressure

Ireland retreats on Israel sanctions

Ireland is set to soften its sanctions on Israeli “settlements”, limiting them to goods only, after pressure from US multinationals and fears of economic backlash.

Serious security failure in Binyamin Region town

Two years after the October 7 massacre: Masked suspects infiltrate Jewish town of Na'ale on Friday night, no alert sounded.

YESHA Council achievement:

Clause blocking sovereignty removed from Hamas ceasefire deal

Clause blocking sovereignty in Judea and Samaria removed from hostage deal outline after YESHA Council intervention.

Education Minister Yoav Kisch:

'We'll continue despite Haaretz's objections'

An editorial in Haaretz sharply criticized the Ministry of Education's decision to fully fund study tours in Judea and Samaria.

At Rebbe’s gravesite

Council leaders: No to Palestinian state; yes to sovereignty

Yesha Council delegation lands in New York, begins its visit with prayers at the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s gravesite in Queens.

VP Vance:

Trump wants Gaza, West Bank to be ruled by people who live there

Vice President JD Vance said he was optimistic about a deal being reached to end the war.

Olive harvest

Security forces prepare for increased Arab riots

At a special Knesset session, lawmakers and security officials warned the olive harvest in Judea and Samaria is exploited for provocations and violence; IDF, police to boost presence.

New Florida bill: 'Recognizing Judea and Samaria Act'

State Representative Chase Tramont introduced a historic bill in Florida, 'We start with recognition of Judea and Samaria and move on to sovereignty.' Yossi Dagan responded, 'The law is historical justice - sovereignty is victory.'

Mike Johnson

'Judea and Samaria belong to Israel, geopolitical forces at play'

US House Speaker says he sees Judea and Samaria as 'the traditional lands that belong to Israel' after President Trump says he will not allow Israel to annex those territories.

Judea, Samaria leaders head to US:

'Netanyahu must make a historic decision'

An unprecedentedly large emergency delegation departs for New York to meet with Prime Minister Netanyahu ahead of his meeting with President Trump.

Nearly 70 Companies Targeted

UN expands anti-Israel blacklist

The United Nations has expanded its blacklist to 158 firms accused of supporting Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria.

Aryeh Eldad:

Netanyahu doesn't want sovereignty, Trump is his alibi

Former MK Prof. Aryeh Eldad claims Trump was doing Netanyahu a conscious favor when he said he would not allow Israel to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria.

Trump:

'I will not allow Israel to annex Judea and Samaria'

President Trump says he firmly opposes Israeli annexation of Judea and Samaria, expresses hope for hostage release deal after having a "very good" conversation with Netanyahu.

178 Congressional Democrats warn Israel against annexation

Large majority of House Democrats sign letter warning Israel against responding to unilateral recognition of 'Palestine' by applying sovereignty to any part of Judea and Samaria.

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Trump promised to block Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

Politico reported that President Trump told Arab leaders at the UN that Israel will not enact sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Singapore to sanction 'settlers', but won’t recognize 'Palestine'

Singapore says it will sanction Israeli “settler leaders” and says it’s a matter of “when, not if” it recognizes a Palestinian state.

Arkansas Representative:

'This is Judea and Samaria, not the West Bank'

'Israel is fighting a war on seven fronts, but the eighth front is US media, which is crafting out its own story, and it's not pro-Israel,' says Arkansas Representative Mindy McAlindon during her visit to Israel.

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Rocket launched from the village of Na'ima

Rocket launched from the village of Na'ima in the Ramallah area, traveled a distance of 2 km, as part of a test, without a warhead.

We sow with tears, but we will reap with joy!

Returning and renewing the Jewish presence in Judea, Samaria and Yerushalayim b’simcha with Nachala, The Gush Katif Forum and Ateret Cohanim.

Escalation in Judea and Samaria:

Dozens of rockets found in Ramallah, terror cell arrested

Security forces conduct Ramallah-area raid, arresting terror cell which produced rockets intended for use against Judea and Samaria communities.

Ahead of holidays:

IDF operating to thwart terror across Judea and Samaria

IDF, Shin Bet arrest over 75 terror suspects in Judea and Samaria; weapons seized.

Over 1,000 housing units approved in Judea and Samaria

Hundreds of housing units and a new industrial zone in settlements were approved, and the Supreme Planning Council has advanced over 25,000 units since the start of the year.