Judea and Samaria

Akunis: A Palestinian State? No Way

"I was against a Palestinian state in the past and am still against it today," Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis declares.

Minister Ariel Branded a 'Provocateur' by Radical Leftists

Remarks by Housing Minister anger extreme leftist organization Gush Shalom, which says Ariel is a provocateur.

Fabius: EU Guidelines May Need to be Re-examined

French Foreign Minister: The EU boycott may have created a new legal situation that EU leaders did not mean to create.

Likud MKs: Jewish Construction Must Go On Despite Peace Talks

"Building in Judea and Samaria is not an issue," declares Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis at dedication of new Shomron neighborhood.

Report: Abbas Planning to Call Elections, Challenge Hamas

PA Chairman planning to challenge Hamas by holding elections only in Judea and Samaria, declaring that Gaza is a 'rebel region.'

Israel May Shun Key EU Project Because of Boycott

Israel says it may shun the EU's "Horizon 2020" because of the guidelines which boycott entities operating beyond the Green Line.

Kerry, Abbas Knew of Building Plans in Advance

In a press conference in Brazil, US Secretary of State says Netanyahu had been "completely up front" about building from the start.

Netanyahu: EU Boycott Undermines Peace

The EU boycott of Israeli entities beyond the 1949 Armistice Line will negatively affect peace, PM tells Germany's Foreign Minister.

World Criticizes Israel Over New Construction

The United States, Russia, Europe and the UN all slammed Israel over its plans to build new homes in Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria.

Lapid: Building Announcement a 'Double Mistake'

Finance Minister Lapid ignores government population data showing that Israelis are flocking to Judea and Samaria.

Erekat Slams Israel Over Judea and Samaria Construction

PLO negotiator claims that Israeli construction means that Israel is not serious about peace.

U.S.: 'Settlements' Are Illegitimate

United States says it disapproves of construction in Judea and Samaria, after Israel approves construction of more than 800 units.

IDF Commander Who Lost His Foot Apprehends PA Terrorist

Yoav Yarom, head of the IDF's Shomron Brigade who lost a foot in Lebanon, apprehended an Arab who was carrying a shotgun.

Struk: Leftists Taking Advantage of the Law to Hurt 'Settlers'

MK Orit Struk welcomes State Comptroller's report on poor law enforcement in Judea and Samaria.

Danon: Livni Won't Think About Judea and Samaria

In New York, Deputy Defense Minister warns that the interests of Judea and Samaria will not be represented by the negotiating team.

Elkin: Netanyahu Would Give the PA 86% of Judea and Samaria

Deputy Foreign Minister: Netanyahu would give 86% of Judea and Samaria to the PA, but luckily they will never settle for that.

EU 'Concerned' About Israeli Cold Shoulder in Yesha

European Union expresses concern over Israeli directive to suspend contact with Europe on matters related to Judea, Samaria and Gaza.

Yaalon: Don't Cooperate with EU

Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon orders that any EU request relating to Judea, Samaria and Gaza be turned down because of its latest ban.

EU's Ashton Adds to 'Settlement' Discrimination

EU foreign policy chief pushes introduction of guidelines to label products made by Jews in Judea and Samaria

Legal Experts to Tell Ashton: Cancel the EU Boycott

Judea and Samaria is not occupied territory, therefore the EU ban on it should be lifted, legal experts tell Catherine Ashton.

PA Arab Arrested Over Firebombings

A Palestinian Authority Arab has been arrested in connection with firebomb attacks on Jews and IDF patrols that wounded four soldiers

Netanyahu and Livni Speak to EU Leaders on Boycott

A boycott of communities located beyond the 1949 Armistice Lines will hurt peace, explain Prime Minister and Justice Minister.

Comptroller Slams Poor Law Enforcement in Judea and Samaria

The relevant parties are not doing their job to properly enforce the law in Judea and Samaria, says State Comptroller in annual report.

Sweden: Don't Be Surprised that EU Supports International Law

Sweden's Foreign Minister rejects Netanyahu’s criticism of EU boycott of Judea and Samaria, eastern Jerusalem, and the Golan Heights.

PM: We Will Not Accept External Dictates on Borders'

Netanyahu says he will not allow Israelis in Judea, Samaria, Golan Heights and Jerusalem to be harmed by EU funding cuts.

'Implement the Levi Report in Response to EU Boycott'

Legal Forum for the Land of Israel calls on gov't to strengthen hold on Judea, Samaria in response to EU pressure; far-left group rejoices

Facebook Inventor Gives a "Like" to Samaria

Jared Morgenstern, the man behind Facebook's "Like" feature, is in Israel to discover his roots and began in the Binyamin region.

Jerusalem Court Orders Transparency of Arab Landowners

Jerusalem court orders state to provide Jewish residents in Judea and Samaria with information on the identities of nearby Arabs landowners.

Arab Road Terrorists Threaten Motorists in Judea

Arab road terrorists threatened Israeli travelers Sunday evening on the southern leg of Highway 60 between Jerusalem and Kiryat Arba.

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.

EJC: EU Readily Labels 'Settlements', Refuses to Ban Hizbullah

European Jewish Congress blasts EU's move to label goods over 'Green Line' as body refuses to label Hizbullah a terror organization.

Hotovely: Annex Judea and Samaria, Pay Demographic Price

Deputy Transportation Minister says it's time to annex Judea and Samaria, even if it means giving citizenship to local Arabs.

Ariel: We're Not Promoting New Building Plans

Any construction in Judea and Samaria is based on plans that were approved long ago, emphasizes Housing Minister Uri Ariel.

Hotovely: Oslo Failed - Time to Move On

Israel needs to move on from the failed Oslo Accords and apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria, says Deputy Transportation Minister.

Ban: 'Settlements' Undermine Hopes for Peace

UN leader Ban Ki-moon says he is "particularly trouble" by Israel's plans to increase construction in Judea and Samaria.

Yesh Atid MK Slams 'Settlement' and 'Occupation'

MK Ofer Shelah slams the settlement enterprise as an obstacle to peace, attacks “Israeli occupation”.

Gov’t Won’t Repeat ‘Mistake to Announce a Construction Freeze’

Likud Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis says the government won't announce a construction freeze in Jerusalem, Judea or Samaria.

Construction Increases Sharply in Judea and Samaria

Construction in Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria increased sharply during the first three months of 2013.

Strengthening Israel's Legal Status in Judea and Samaria

An international conference that will discuss the legal status of land in Judea and Samaria is underway at Bar Ilan University

Germany Supports EU Plan to Label 'Settlement' Products

Germany has given its support to a plan by the European Union to label products manufactured in Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria.

MK Shaked: Welfare Minister Wrong in Attacking Settlements

Welfare Minister Meir Cohen was completely wrong when he called to demolish “isolated settlements”, says MK Ayelet Shaked (Bayit Yehudi).

Welfare Minister: Dismantle 'Isolated Settlements' Now

Welfare Minister Meir Cohen (Yesh Atid) slams Jewish residents of Judea and Samaria, calls to dismantle “isolated settlements".

Hague: Israel Losing Support in Britain Because of 'Settlements'

British Foreign Secretary blames loss of support in Britain towards Israel on its construction in Judea and Samaria.

Rabbi Mertzbach's Daughter: Allow Soldiers to Protect Themselves

The daughter of Rabbi Dan Mertzbach expects that IDF soldiers in Judea and Samaria be allowed to open fire when in danger.

EU Denies it is Postponing Labelling of 'Settlement' Products

The European Union denies report that it it delaying a decision to label products from Judea, Samaria and eastern Jerusalem.

EU Postpones Plan to Label 'Settlement' Products

Following U.S. intervention, the EU has postponed plans to label products from Judea, Samaria and eastern Jerusalem.

Rabbi Mertzbach's Family: Jewish Blood Will Not be Ignored

The family of Rabbi Dan Mertzbach z”l responds to video which shows him being mistakenly shot dead by an IDF soldier.

Danon: I Will Personally Ensure Jewish Construction

"Anyone who wants to legally promote building plans in Judea and Samaria can come to me," says Deputy Defense Minister.

Carter Calls on EU to Label Products from 'Illegal Settlements'

Former US President Carter has called on EU to “introduce proper labeling of goods produced on illegal Israeli settlements.”

PA's FM: Construction Freeze 'Vital' to Peace Talks

The PA's foreign1 minister, Riyad al-Malki, says that halting Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria is "vital" to resuming peace talks.

PLO 'Not Aware' of New Israeli Construction Freeze

Israel has not notified the PLO of any changes to its policy regarding construction in Judea and Samaria, says negotiator Saeb Erekat.

Danon: I'm Not Aware of Any Construction Freeze

Deputy Defense Minister Danny Danon says he is not aware of any silent freeze on construction in Judea and Samaria.

Danon: We're Determined to Build in Judea and Samaria

Deputy Defense Minister Danny Danon visited the site of the attack in which Evyatar Borovsky was murdered and met his grieving family.

IDF General: Situation is Fragile, but No 'Third Intifada'

Former IDF commander in Judea and Samaria: the security situation remains "fragile" but I don't believe there will be a third intifada.

One Israel Fund: Safeguarding Jewish Lives in Judea, Samaria

President of One Israel Fund tells Arutz Sheva that organization raises money "to safeguard the lives of Jews living in Judea, Samaria."

EU Foreign Ministers Back Labelling of 'Settlement Products'

EU foreign ministers say they will back EU efforts to label products from Judea, Samaria and eastern Jerusalem.

PA: Israel Refused to Release Hunger Striking Terrorist

PA claims that Israel rejected appeals to release a terrorist prisoner on a hunger strike to the PA-assigned areas of Judea and Samaria.

Rock Attacks Are Terror Attacks, Says IDF Division Commander

Outgoing IDF division commander Brig.-Gen. Hagai Mordechai has bluntly labeled rock throwing by Arab attackers to be “terrorist attacks.”

Rioting Arabs Attack Israel Security Forces in Hevron, Elsewhere

Hundreds of Palestinian Authority Arabs rioted around the country as the shrouded body of a dead Hamas terrorist was carried through Hevron.

2 PA Arab Teens Killed in Attack on IDF Post

Two Palestinian Authority Arab teens were killed Wednesday, not one, when a group attacked an Israeli army post in Samaria (Shomron).