Golan Heights

Barak: We didn't Offer Syria the Golan

Defense Minister says there were 4-5 meetings with Syria, but "it never reached negotiations."

The Golan Heights: History and Biblical Significance

Statement on Golan Issued by Israeli Newspaper Was False

Yediot Ahronot statement saying PM Netanyahu called for peace talks with Syria at outbreak of civil war shown to be false.

Israeli Newspaper Report: Netanyahu Offered to Give up Golan

Netanyahu offered to give Assad the Golan in exchange for peace, Israli newspaper reports. PM’s staff: That never happened.

Armed Syrians Cause Evacuation at Hermon Site

After armed Syrians were spotted near the border, IDF soldiers evacuated tourists from the area.

Rocket from Syria Lands in Golan Heights

In the second such incident in two days, a rocket fired during clashes in Syria lands in the Golan Heights.

Tension on Border with Syria

Mortar Shells Fired at Golan Heights; Damage, No Injuries

Several mortar shells from Syria were fired on the Golan Heights Tuesday and Wednesday, causing damage but no injuries. .

American Immigrants Make All Natural Juice in Golan Heights

"If ever we were to call ourselves Zionists again, we would have to share our experiences for better or for worse," said Mrs. Tauber.

Video: IDF Exercise in Golan

Soldiers were called up from their homes and from service in Judea and Samaria, showed up speedily.

Live Artillery Fire in Golan as IDF Drill Draws to an End

Two divisions taking part in pre-Yom Kippur exercise in Golan Heights. Syria informed that there are no hostile intentions.

IDF Soldiers Scrambled in North for Surprise Drill

IDF soldiers scrambled without warning early Wednesday for a surprise drill designed to test their “fitness and readiness” in the north.

Golani Soldier Run Over by Tank Dies of his Injuries

Sgt. Yehonatan Ben Yishai, critically wounded 3 days ago in the Golan Heights, has passed away.

Mother of Injured Soldier: Only Miracle will Save Him

Yonatan Ben Yishai was run over by a Merkava tank in the Golan as he slept.

Soldier Critically Injured in Training

The IDF halted all training in the Golan Heights Monday after a soldier in the Tank Unit was critically injured in an accident.

IDF Stops Infiltration on Syrian Border

IDF soldiers prevent a Syrian man from infiltrating the Golan. Commanders believe man was planning attack.

Gag Order Lifted: Golan Druze Spied for Syria

A Golan Heights Druze resident has been charged with aiding Syria by turning over information on IDF patrols and activities.

Golan Heights Residents Calm Amid Chemical War Fears

Golan Heights residents near the Syrian border say “business is as usual” despite nearby bombings; deny reports of gas mask shipments.

Israel Files Complaint Over Golan Incursion

An incursion into the Golan Heights by some 500 Syrian soldiers last week has led Israel to lodge a complaint with the United Nations.

Israel: Syrian Forces Crossed into Our Territory

Israel files a complaint with the UN after Syrian forces fighting rebels cross 1974 Armistice Line.

Israel, US Preparing for 'the Day After Assad'

As the fighting grows fiercer and Bashar Assad's day of reckoning grows closer, Israel, US prepare for the aftermath of Assad's fall

Officer: 'We are Preparing for Possibility of War'

Commander of Division 36 in Golan says IDF bracing for likelihood of terror attack on Syria border.

Soldier Killed, 3 Injured in Jeep Accident

19-year-old IDF soldier Dor Jan killed, three other soldiers injured when a military jeep overturns in the Golan Heights.

Israel To Remain an Enemy, Says Syrian Rebel Leader

As Syria creeps into total anarchy, rebels insist Israel will remain an enemy after the expected fall of Assad. Obama says Assad must leave.

Shalom: Israel Will Never Cede the Golan

Deputy PM Silvan Shalom says that not only will Israel keep the Golan, but that Jerusalem's vision is to settle 300,000 more Israelis there.

Report: Israel to Search for Oil on the Golan Heights

Report: Israel has decided to search for oil on the Golan Heights after 20 years of delay due to objections from Syria.

Best Beatbox in the Field

An IDF paratrooper beatboxing during a break in an exercise conducted in the Golan Heights, March 2012.

Report: Syrian Armored Forces Move Nearer to Israel

The Syrian Army moved forces stationed in the Golan Heights and they are now closer to Israel, according to Free Syria Army.

Winter Storm Turns Israel into Ski Resort

Israel, known for its beaches and hot weather, has become a ski resort in the Golan - but it was closed Wednesday due to a heavy snowstorm.

Soldier's Remains Found in Golan Heights

Israeli shepherd finds the remains of a man in uniform. Tests to be conducted to determine identity.

Assad Drags Golan into Propaganda Campaign

The official Syrian government news agency SANA claims Israeli Druze in the Golan Heights rallied to “stand by their motherland Syria.”

‘Israel Paid Syria $100 Million for Golan,’ says Sadat Aide

Israel paid Assad’s grand-uncle $100 million for the Golan Heights before the Six-Day War in 1967, says a former close friend of Sadat.

Arab Teens Greet Firefighters with Rocks

Firefighters who doused the flames of a major fire in the Golan Heights early Wednesday were 'thanked' with an Arab rock attack.

Assad Praises Army for Hama Slaughter

Syrian president Bashar Assad praised his army for the slaughter of at least 84 protesters in Hama; blames "conspiracies."

Fires in Golan, Galilee

Two fires broke out in northern Israel today; three hikers treated for smoke inhalation, dozens evacuated; fire crews and planes dispatched.

Syria Fails to Deflect Criticism Onto 'Israeli Occupation'

Assad's regime tried to shift focus from its brutal crackdown to Israel's presence in the Golan during a meeting of the UN Security Council.

Document Exposes Syrian Planning for Marches on Golan Heights

A London journalist exposes a Syrian document revealing what Israel claims: Syria planned the march on the Golan, authorized ”shots in the air".

The Day After: Golan Border with Syria - Quiet but Tense

Tense calm on the Syrian border, as Syrian police decide to prevent civilians from nearing the border.

Assad’s Help Wanted Sign: $25,000 Reward For Being Killed by IDF

Assad’s regime paid poor farmers $1,000 to protest at the Israeli border and $25,000 to families for each person killed, an opposition party says.

Video: Syrian Arabs Test IDF at Border, 'Five Killed'

At least five Syrian Arabs were killed by Israeli soldiers after testing Israel’s determination to stop them, Syrian media says. See IDF video.

IDF Closes Northern Golan Heights Border Area

The IDF has declared the northern Golan Heights a closed military zone.

Golan Mines Don't Work!

Sunday’s Syrian mob infiltration into the Golan Heights has exposed several security deficiencies – including that the mines there don’t work.

IDF Continues to Pursue Syrian Infiltrators in Golan

One Syrian was arrested this morning; the IDF is looking for others. IDF is praised for acting with restraint, criticized for not being ready.

IDF Battles Hundreds of Syrian Arabs in Golan; One Dead

At least one person was killed and dozens were wounded as IDF soldiers try to beat back nearly 1,000 Syrian Arabs who invaded the Golan Sunday.

Syrian Opposition Leader: Israelis Can Remain in Golan

Farid Ghadry, leader of the opposition Reform Party of Syria, says that Israelis should remain in the Golan even though it must return to Syria.

President Peres Says Israel Willing To Cede Golan to Syria

Israeli President Shimon Peres told CNN Israel was ready to "change the situation in the Golan Heights" in exchange for peace with Syria.

Building Boom and Prosperity in Golan Heights

The Golan Heights is enjoying an unprecedented building boom. Mideast turmoil makes Syrian demands for the Golan even more distant.

US Says Golan-Jerusalem Referendum Is ‘Internal Israeli Issue’

The US says the new Golan-Jerusalem referendum law is an "internal Israeli issue." Syria and the Palestinian Authority call it an illegal act.

Knesset Passes Referendum Law With Large Majority

Referendum bill passes in Knesset with a majority of 65 MKs. Kadima leader Tzipi Livni earlier made a U-turn on the bill.

Second Fire in 10 Days Hits Golan Cattle Farmers

A week and a half after a large fire in Nahal Semek, 2,500 acres of grazing land go up in smoke in Nahal El Al.

US About-Face on Syria; 'Golan not Worth Lebanon’

In a sign of another Obama ”engagement” failure, a top US official said Syria can forget about the Golan while damaging US interests in Lebanon.

Golan Wind Farm Underway, Declared National Project

New wind farm in Golan Heights to be up and running by 2012. "Israeli energy without pollution or special transportation installations", says CEO.

More Wind Turbines to Hit Golan

New 14-megawatt wind farm to be built in Golan Heights.

Jerusalem-Golan Bill Goes to the Knesset for Final Vote

A nat'l referendum must be held before any part of Golan or Jerusalem is given away, according to a bill that has now passed a significant hurdle.

Syria: Peres Offered Golan for Breaking Ties with Iran

Assad claims Peres offered the Golan if Syria breaks with Iran. Peres denies the claim, one day after Iran offered a deal maligned as a trick.

Citizens Make a Difference: Hotel Changes Political Policy

A couple that stayed at a Dan Hotel was able to bring about a change that could affect how thousands of tourists view Israeli diplomatic policy.

In Time for Passover – New Path along Banias River

A new path has opened through the heart of the Hermon stream (Banias) reserve, in time for Passover hikers.

Israel's Biggest Wind Farm to Be Built in Eilat

An Israeli company will use Israeli technology and equipment to build the largest wind farm in the country in the mountains of Eilat.

Golan Residents on the Alert

Though PM Netanyahu denies knowing anything about Syria’s “willingness” to accept the Golan in stages, Golan residents are taking no chances.

Has Bezeq Telephone Surrendered the Golan Heights?

Bezeq Telephone’s map of Israel “surrendered” the Golan - until Arutz 7 questioned the firm. The Golan has now come back, but without Yellow Pages.

Hiking the Golan: Yehudia Forest Reserve

Trekking the Golan Heights can be an exhilarating experience, and one that should be approached with the right preparation.