Judea and Samaria

'Some settlements more equal than others'

EU Accused of 'Colonialism' for Funding Illegal Arab Settlements

NGO says European Union policy of meddling in Israel's internal affairs a form of colonialism, as EU slammed for double standards.

EU Ready to Strike Israel with Sanctions One Day After Elections

Report: EU countries behind sanctions against Israel scheduled against right-wing gov't, will push for full withdrawal from Judea-Samaria.

Palestinians to Boycott Six Major Israeli Companies

A national committee announced Monday that the PA will officially boycott Israeli products from six companies, effective Wednesday.

Hotovely Praises Samaria Town as Demolition Order Issued

Likud MK Tzipi Hotovely took the battle for votes to Judea and Samaria, the heartland of support for Naftali Bennett's Jewish Home.

Chetboun Pledges Sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

Ha'am Itanu MK says Israel must clarify Judea-Samaria is Israel just like Tel Aviv; 'when we clearly say that, the world will too.'

White House Blasts 'Illegitimate' Israeli Construction

White House spokesman warns new Israeli construction will "have detrimental impacts on the ground".

'The Settlement Floodgates Have Opened'

Radical NGO reports government announced 450 new homes in Judea-Samaria region 'for elections'; PLO calls it a 'war crime.'

Far Left to Petition Against Plan to Bring French Jews to Judea

Housing Minister Uri Ariel's plan receives fierce backlash from Left, calls idea to bring French to Judea-Samaria a 'cynical move.'

Elections Campaign: Saying 'Yes' To Sovereignty

Women In Green continues call for Judea-Samaria annexation in elections, presenting candidates' statements on the issue.

'Thieves are Taking Advantage of the Snow'

Engineering officer Michael Biton explains how his unit helped prevent theft by moving stranded cars from the road leading to Beit El.

15,000 More Jews in Judea-Samaria in 2014

Jewish population over 1949 Armistice lines close to 400,000, according to the Interior Ministry.

Leshem: Samaria's Best-Kept Housing Secret

Beyond the negative headlines of conflict, a beautiful new community is budding in Samaria.

Ya'alon Demands El-Matan be Declared Legal

Ya'alon has begun to promote the legislation to approve El-Matan as part of the Ma'ale Shomron municipality.

Abbas Threat to Cut Ties with Israel 'A Blessing in Disguise'

Analyst says Israelis and Palestinians alike would benefit if PA leader goes through with threat to disband.

Lapid Demands Attorney General Freeze Judea-Samaria Funds

Lapid calls funds to Jewish communities 'election bribes' in visit to Gaza Belt, demands political deal to disarm Hamas in Gaza.

Four-Year-Old Injured in Gush Etzion Rock Attack

Child lightly injured after a rock was thrown at the vehicle he was traveling in near the Gush Etzion Junction.

Yehuda Glick Running for Symbolic Position in Likud

Activist Yehuda Glick announces he will run for Likud's representative in Judea and Samaria, a move he called 'only symbolic'.

IDF on High Alert Ahead of Abu Ein Funeral

IDF will send reinforcements to Judea and Samaria, in anticipation of riots during the funeral of Ziad Abu Ein.

Lapid Campaigns 'At the Expense of Judea and Samaria'

MKs charge Lapid with demonizing region's residents as he did hareidim last elections, transfer of millions to radical Islamic councils.

Watch: MK Danny Danon Responds to 'Election Bribery' Claim

Likud leadership candidate hits back at 'leftist' Yesh Atid over Judea-Samaria funds; 'extreme left led by Livni and Herzog.'

State Breaks Freeze on Funds for Judea-Samaria; Yesh Atid Livid

Finance Committee, unburdened by Lapid, transfers overdue funds to Judea-Samaria regional councils; Yesh Atid labels it 'bribery.'

IsraFood Embraces Judea and Samaria Products

Despite BDS moves, trade show features products from Judea and Samaria to high visitor acclaim.

Islamic Jihad: We Prefer to Attack from 'West Bank'

Senior terrorist explains that terror from Gaza is a problem because of temporary ceasefire with Israel, Judea Samaria better launchpad.

Disgruntled Jewish Home Forum Demands Action on Building Freeze

Jewish Home members in Judea, Samaria shocked as party continues to sit in government as regional development collapses.

ISIS Terrorist Arrested in Judea and Samaria

Israeli security forces arrest 12 wanted men overnight in Judea and Samaria. IDF also arrests two infiltrators near Gaza border.

Discrimination Against Kinderlach Band in Germany

German event managers for Sheba fundraiser ask boy band not to perform because members live in Judea and Samaria. Creative solution found.

Hamas Leader: We Plan to Carry Out Terror from Judea and Samaria

Senior Hamas leader Mahmoud Al-Zahar says the movement will use any means available to terrorize Israelis.

Mayor of Efrat: 'Additional Forces Not the Answer'

Tension and violence occurring throughout all of Israel. Mayor Revivi: Security will only be achieved when incitement is stopped.

IDF Central Command Head Says Unrest Will Get Worse

In meeting with Judea-Samaria community leaders, General Nitzan Alon warns things will get worse before they get better.

Regev: Don't Let in Palestinian Workers if Terror Continues

MK Miri Regev welcomes PM's crackdown on terrorism.

Neve Tzuf Man Complains of 'Geographical Discrimination'

A resident of the town of Neve Tzuf in the Binyamin region complained that an Israeli appliance chain refused to provide promised service.

Leftists Livid: 44 Critical Roads Slated for Judea-Samaria

Is the 'covert' building freeze due to be torpedoed entirely? Half of long-standing plan for new roads approved as leftists fume.

Gaza Allowed to Sell Produce in Judea and Samaria

Ten tons of cucumbers and tons of fresh fish allowed into markets of PA-controlled areas in latest 'gesture.'

Major Upgrade to Judea-Samaria Public Transport

18 bus lines added to the region as impractical bus system is overhauled; Ministry of Transport cites security considerations.

Two Arabs Nabbed Right Before Light Rail Ambush

Rioters in Jerusalem try to attack light rail with rocks, get arrested following a foot chase by police and Border Patrol.

Labor Laws Set to be Applied in Judea and Samaria

The government will consider a proposal to expand Israeli labor laws to Judea and Samaria, apply to both Israelis and PA Arabs.

Lapid Withholds Funding to Judea and Samaria

Finance Minister refuses PM's order to transfer funds for infrastructure in Judea-Samaria: 'Money should go to Kiryat Shmona, not Yitzhar.'

Arutz Sheva exclusive

Knesset Speaker: 'American Critics Are Out of Touch'

Jewish neighborhoods in Jerusalem are not up for grabs, says Edelstein, calling to 'end discrimination against Judea and Samaria.'

Leftists Outraged at Netanyahu's New Construction Plan

"Netanyahu is working for the settlers", says Meretz chairwoman amid reports that Netanyahu will approve new homes in Judea and Samaria.

Jordan: 'Settlement' Construction Endangers Peace Agreement

Jordanian ambassador says that continued Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria would jeopardize peace agreement.

Terrorists Infiltrate Beit El, Hurl Firebombs and Escape

We heard an explosion outside the house and then saw the balcony and window on fire,' says resident Avi Zarbiv.

Is Israel Moving Closer to Full Sovereignty in Judea-Samaria?

MKs Orit Struk and Yariv Levin explain how ten proposed laws could pave the way to success in the Jewish struggle for Judea and Samaria.

Protests North of Jerusalem Over Security Cuts

Demonstrators in Binyamin town of Dolev demand IDF and police do more, after a series of infiltrations from nearby Palestinian communities.

Attempting to Solve Hitchhiking Problem in Judea and Samaria

Special think tank established by the Ministry of Education to begin arranging transportation for thousands of yeshiva students.

Against the odds

Judea-Samaria Population Growth Double Israeli National Average

Two percent growth in first half of 2014 occured despite unprecedented freeze in building by Israeli government.

Ariel Residents Warn of Danger Presented by PA Workers

Residents of Ariel protest over the danger presented by Arab workers who used the public buses for Jews living in Samaria.

Deputy Minister: We'll Continue to Build in Our Land

Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis criticizes EU and U.S. for condemning Israel's designation of areas in Gush Etzion as state land.

Silent construction freeze

Judea Samaria Leaders Slam Netanyahu's 'Systematic' Freeze

Regional heads vow a large public campaign if PM doesn't stop de facto building freeze, nipping in the bud all local development.

U.S. Condemns 'Expropriation' in Gush Etzion

Washington says Israel's decision to assign land in Gush Etzion as state land is “counterproductive”.

4,000 Dunams in Judea and Samaria to Become State Land

Government announces process that will enable development of Israel's biblical heartland; meanwhile previous promises still unfulfilled.

Iran Arming Terrorists in Judea and Samaria

Iranian military leaders boast of sending weapons to terrorists in Judea and Samaria to ensure “the annihilation of the Zionist regime.”

Israeli Industry Leader Urges Europe not to Boycott

Manufacturers' Association of Israel head writes to European counterparts, warns proposed boycott will hurt local Arab workers too.

Mashaal Threatens Terror Attacks in Judea and Samaria

Hamas leader declares that his group will not only continue attacking Israel from Gaza, but will also launch attacks from Judea and Samaria.

Garbage Smuggling to Judea/Samaria – Down 90%

Government's new "David Unit" succeeds beyond expectations; Judea-Samaria no longer the country's trash bin.

Israel to Stop Exports of 'Settlement Products' to EU

Israel will end its export of poultry and dairy produce from communities beyond the Green Line, in line with EU directives.

Reservists in Judea-Samaria Prepare for Long-Term Deployment

Motivation is very high for reservists called up to replace elite units in Judea-Samaria, officer says - thanks to public support.

Elkin: There is No Escaping Annexation

MK Ze’ev Elkin responds to INSS head who calls for another disengagement, says annexation is the answer.

PA: Judea and Samaria's Natural Resources Belong to 'Palestine'

PA minister says any natural resources in Judea and Samaria belong to "the State of Palestine".

Cabinet to Give Judea and Samaria Additional Budget

Cabinet will vote Sunday to approve $1.5 million additional budget for governing bodies in region, in light of kidnapping last week.

Crackdown on Hamas

'Important' Terror Suspects Captured in IDF Samaria Operation

IDF reveals key arrests made in Shechem, large weapons caches and laboratories seized in operation to locate teens.