Judea and Samaria

Defying Terror, Christian Zionists Flock to Aid Samaria Farmers

Undeterred by wave of Arab terror, hundreds of volunteers from Hayovel show their solidarity with hard work - and an inspiring new song.

Regev: We Will Not be Deterred by Terror

Minister Miri Regev tours the Binyamin region, says Israelis will continue normal lives despite terror wave.

Left Outraged Over Motion Favoring Judea and Samaria Products

Leftist MKs react with anger over proposed motion that companies from Judea and Samaria will be prioritized in Knesset tenders.

State Department Backtracks on Kerry's 'Settlements' Comment

State Department spokesman insists Kerry not trying to assign blame when he linked "settlements" with Arab terror wave.

Report: France Advancing UN Resolution on 'Settlements'

Senior officials say France intends to advance a UN resolution on Jewish communities in Judea, Samaria and Jerusalem.

Israeli, PA Officials Discuss Measures to Calm Violence

Amid wave of violence, security officials hold emergency meeting at undisclosed location in Judea-Samaria.

Netanyahu Folds to US on Judea-Samaria Building Freeze

Netanyahu defers after White House once again threatens not to back Israel in UN if further construction approved in Judea-Samaria.

Youth Banned from Judea-Samaria for Six Months

'Radical and illegitimate' measures against Jews are security forces' twisted response to Arab terror, asserts Honenu organization.

Argument over Photo-Op Almost Derailed Meeting with PM

Prime Minister planned to meet Judea and Samaria leadership, but they refused to have a picture taken with him and 'participate in his PR.'

Hotovely Calls to 'Amplify' Building in Judea-Samaria

Deputy Foreign Minister expresses support for Judea-Samaria mayors' call to increase security and resume construction.

Teacher Threatens to Strike if Terror Attacks Continue

At protest outside PM's Residence in Jerusalem, Sarah Shulman of Eli refuses to teach 'children who may be murdered tomorrow.'

Photos: Judea and Samaria Residents Protest Terror Attack

Residents of the Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria take to the streets to protest the shooting attack near Itamar.

Yesha Council: Build in Response to Abbas's Threats

Yesha Council urges the government to announce new construction in Judea and Samaria as a response to PA chairman's UN speech.

EU MP: Labeling 'Settlement' Goods is against International Law

European parliamentarian says Israel should be making more of its strong legal case against EU moves to label Judea-Samaria produce.

Watch: Nationalists Inaugurate Fund for the Redemption of Israel

Nationalists, headed by the Nachala movement, launch a new fund for the building of the land of Israel, modeled after the JNF blue boxes.

IDF: Remember, PA-Controlled Areas Are Jew-Free

Military issues reminder to Jews not to stray into Palestinian Authority areas out of fear Arabs will murder them.

Samaria Mayor Demands Equal Treatment for Jews

If Arabs receive benefits for Muslim holiday Eid al-Adha, Jews should receive for Sukkot, Samaria Regional Council head says.

EU to Label 'Settlement' Products Next Month

Senior official reveals discriminatory labeling to start in October, opines damage to Jews makes harm to Arabs worthwhile.

IDF Rescues Captive Israelis - of the Deer Variety

Army gets tip on deer being held illegally in Arab village in Judea, launches special late night operation to set things right.

Likud MK Urges More Funding for Judea-Samaria

Israel must defend residents in Judea-Samaria, stresses David Biton, noting EU's 'settlement' labelling is not way to bring peace.

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Watch: Matisyahu Meets Samaria Leader; 'We Won the Battle'

Fresh from Spain controversy, international reggae star sticks middle finger up at BDS with solidarity meeting with Samaria Region head.

'Clash' Between Netanyahu and UK Chief Rabbi Never Happened

Comments by Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis over 'settlement building' were totally misrepresented, source tells Arutz Sheva. Why?

'Unsung Hero' of Judea and Samaria Silvan Shalom Honored

Interior Minister Silvan Shalom was regaled as a hero of Jewish settlement in Judea and Samaria Wednesday.

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Anti-Israel Boycotters 'Know Nothing of What Goes On Here'

In Barkan, Israelis and Palestinians work together in peace; owner says Palestinian workers will suffer the most from anti-Israel boycotts.

France Backs Labeling Israeli 'Settlement Produce'

French Economy Min. says Paris favors EU move to label Jewish-made goods from Judea and Samaria; decision imminent.

Chutzpah

Luxembourg FM in Israel after Grocery Chain Bans Israeli Produce

Business as usual: High-ranking Minister here on working visit, with nary a word about anti-Semitic boycott of all Israeli farm produce.

IDF Uniforms, Weapons and 'Poison' Seized in Hevron Raid

Police raids in Hevron area yield ammunition and weapons, while IDF detains three terror suspects.

EU Soon to Decide on Labeling 'Settlement' Produce

EU foreign policy chief Frederica Mogherini says decision imminent; foreign ministers stress move not meant to 'boycott' Israel.

For Olim, First Day in School Means First School Year in Israel

Arutz Sheva speaks to newly-arrived olim from France to hear of their hopes for the new academic year in the Jewish homeland.

Watch: President Sings 'Jerusalem of Gold' with Kids in Samaria

Israeli President Reuven Rivlin chose to open the new school year yesterday at an elementary school in Peduel, Samaria.

Wounded Israeli: It Was a Very Big Miracle

Ronen Edri who was wounded in shooting attack near Kedumim recalls the ordeal, says it was a miracle that he wasn't more seriously hurt.

Humiliated IDF Soldiers is an 'Intolerable Reality'

In wake of Nabi Salah scandal, chair of local security council blames IDF policy for abandoning, demoralizing soldiers during riots.

Judea-Samaria Mayors Snub Ya'alon's New Year's Toast

A ceremony planned last minute as well as anger at Moshe Ya'alon could be why so many mayors refused to attend Defense Ministry toast.

Huckabee's One-Man Mission to Reclaim the 'West Bank' Narrative

Presidential candidate Mike Huckabee is creating a storm with solidarity visits to Judea-Samaria - and refusing to say 'West Bank.'

New Program for Seniors 'Deepens' Public's Ties with Samaria

Social Equality Minister Gila Gamliel planning tours for senior citizens in Israel's Biblical heartland.

Fire Breaks Out at Judea and Samaria Gas Station

Police suspect arson after fire breaks out at a gas station near the community of Eli.

Lehava Director Summoned for Police Questioning

Judea-Samaria police succumbs to Vatican pressure, summons anti-assimilation leader over comments regarding burning churches.

Fatah Threatens More Attacks in Judea and Samaria

The Al-Aqsa Martyrs’ Brigade, Fatah’s “military wing”, threatens terrorist attacks in Judea and Samaria in response to the Duma arson.

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Meet Yossi Dagan: The Man Fronting the Battle for Samaria

New Samaria Regional Authority head shares his hopes for Israel's ancestral and strategic heartland; 'Obama can't dictate to us.'

Zionist Union MK Under Fire for Visiting 'Occupied Territory'

MK Danny Atar attacked by leftists on Facebook after touring the Mateh Binyamin Regional Council.

Shaked: Take Judea and Samaria Housing Issues From High Court

Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked has a suggestion: Establish a special court to deal with housing disputes in Judea and Samaria.

'You Can't Label Settlement Products Made in Israel'

EU's Lars Faaborg-Andersen says the EU opposes boycotts of Israel - but can understand why they happen.

Hamas Orders More Terror Murders in Judea-Samaria

Politburo member Marzouk calls for terror until 'removal of occupation,' dubs murderers 'heroes' and 'pride of the nation.'

EU Rejects Report Calling to Sanction Israeli Banks

European official stresses EU has 'no intention of imposing restrictions on Israeli banks' despite think tank's recommendations.

Watch: Security Forces Uncover Huge Weapons Cache

Police, IDF, special forces bust terror network throughout Arab areas of Judea-Samaria; weapons found in unusual places.

EU Considers Sanctioning Israeli Banks

Leading European think tank says EU must take sharper measures against 'occupation' beyond labeling goods from Judea-Samaria.

Coalition Crisis Brewing Over 'Creeping Construction Freeze'

Members of the National Union say that they are considering their options if a slow freeze in Judea and Samaria continues.

Shin Bet: Security Picture Slightly Better in June

There were fewer security incidents in June, but they were more serious, the Israel Security Agency said Thursday.

Likud MK: Netanyahu Never Said He'd Build in Judea-Samaria

Likud faction chairman Tzahi Hanegbi claims party never promised to build in Judea-Samaria, as he defends PM refusal to expand communities.

Hamas: Terror in Judea-Samaria Will Continue

Senior Hamas official says this generation of Palestinians will be the one to liberate 'Palestine.'

IDF General: We're Doing Everything to Prevent Attacks

IDF Central Command chief, Maj. Gen. Roni Numa tours Binyamin Regional Council after spate of terror attacks in the region.

Arab Woman Doctor Indicted for Undercover Hamas Work

Doctor from Judea-Samaria joined Hamas while studying in Gaza, returned to establish terror cells and wreak havoc.

MK Smotrich Blasts Cadets who Boycotted Judea-Samaria

MK Smotrich urges Interior Minister Silvan Shalom to revoke order keeping Arab cadets who boycotted Judea-Samaria in training course.

Terror Evolves from 'Stone-Throwing to Shooting'

Former chief military rabbi calls for decisive action against terrorism, warning that if terrorists see a weakness, they will exploit it.

Jewish Home Demands Construction in Response to Terror

Jewish Home calls on Netanyahu to respond to terror wave by renewing construction in Judea and Samaria and cancelling Ramadan “gestures”.

Leftist MK Rages Against Building as Response to Terror

MK Yoel Hasson says gov't 'endangering' Israel by engaging idea of building in Judea-Samaria as response to terror.

State Dept: Anti-BDS Bill Won't Protect Judea-Samaria

Obama's new trade bill, with anti-BDS amendment, does not apply to 'Israeli-controlled territories,' State Department says.

Protestors Demand an End to Terror

Protest leaders outside PM's Residence blame Netanyahu's "immoral" policies for latest wave of terror attacks in Binyamin region.

Hamas Claims Responsibility for Shvut Rachel Shooting

Malachi Rosenfeld killed and three injured in shooting Hamas asserts is part of a 'series of quality operations' against Israel.

IDF to Beef Up Presence in Judea and Samaria

IDF to send a Nahal battalion to take part in routine security operations in Judea and Samaria, in the wake of latest terror wave.