Beit El

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His father is dysfunctional. His mother is in a closed insane asylum. Though once living the streets, Binyamin will now go far in the IDF...

Historic visit in the shadow of disagreement

Heads of the YESHA Council for settlements in Judea and Samaria and head the settlements at an historic visit to the Yitzchak Rabin Center

Pre-IDF academy launches Israel Cadet Trek 2016

Amid breathtaking scenery, bike trek benefiting disadvantaged IDF soldiers launches, includes on-site reviews of historic battles.

Double standard? PM saves illegal Arab home, but not synagogue

PM's office saves illegal Arab home from planned demolition on Tuesday, but leaves young Jewish couple homeless ahead of Pesach holiday.

Late night demolition leaves Jewish couple homeless for Passover

Young couple in Beit El find themselves without a roof after forces show up at 3 a.m.; wife is in advanced stages of pregnancy.

'Strategic folly'

PA 'intel base' overlooking sensitive IDF base

Residents warn of disaster as IDF considers letting PA build massive complex overlooking Beit El and district army base.

Stabbing attack thwarted in Beit El

Terrorist shot dead while trying to stab soldiers at a checkpoint near the town of Beit El.

Netanyahu blasts Abbas for not condemning attack by PA officer

Netanyahu: Abbas has failed to condemn Beit El attack even though it was carried out by one of his own men. The world must act.

Interview

'Terror won't stop until we crush their hope'

Dean of yeshiva visits 3 student soldiers wounded in shooting attack by PA police officer, demands government find some deterrence.

Jewish youths indicted for stone-throwing clash

Indictment filed against three Israelis who hit a European journalist's car during clash with Arab rioters.

Beit El is as vital to Israel as Israel is to the world

'Terror wave? Rocks and firebombs are a regular occurrence here'

Beit El council head Shai Alon visits Tahel Sofer, 3, who was injured in a firebomb attack on Friday.

Report: Gun Battle as Arabs Shoot at IDF Post

Soldiers say they returned fire after Arab terrorists opened fire at their military post in Beit El north of Jerusalem.

Minister Urges Judea-Samaria Not to Give Up on Building

Demolitions aside, ministers trying to stop the de facto building freeze, Agriculture Minister Uri Ariel tells Arutz Sheva.

Beit El: Cornerstone Laid for 300 Homes

Deputy Minister Hotovely takes part in ceremony at the site where Draynoff homes were razed Wednesday.

Slomiansky: Likud Voters Need Not Be Surprised At Demolitions

You 'get what you pay for' in politics, said Jewish Home MK Nissan Slomiansky. The Likud has a long record of demolitions and freezes.

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.

A Day After Demolition, New Homes Planned for Beit El Site

A cornerstone will be laid Thursday for the construction of new homes at the site of the Draynoff Houses, demolished Wednesday.

State Department 'Deeply Concerned' by Israeli Construction

State Department says Israel’s planned construction in Beit El and Jerusalem threatens the two-state solution.

Shaked Sets Taskforce to 'Show High Court the Way'

Justice Minister forms legal team to ease construction in Judea-Samaria. 'We must ensure [demolitions] never happen again.'

UN: Beit El Housing 'An Impediment to Peace'

UN's Ban Ki-Moon decries approval of 300 homes in Beit El, 504 in Jerusalem, urges 'accountability.'

'The Supreme Court is Disconnected from the Public'

Minister Miri Regev condemns 'shocking' Beit El demolition, notes many would like to see Supreme Court justices replaced.

Report: Border Police Refuse Demolition Orders, Face Jail

Beit El official at the scene of the Draynoff housing demolitions says several officers actively refused to demolish the homes.

No-Confidence Motion Filed Over Beit El Demolitions

Yisrael Beytenu demands government be replaced 'immediately' after demolition saga ends, says Netanyahu unfit to lead.

Leading Rabbi Told Jewish Home 'Stop the Lip Service'

Rabbi Melamed of Beit El urges Jewish Home to cut contact with coalition - and then the government approved 300 more units.

MK Hazan Slams Ya'alon for 'Hasty' Beit El Seizure

Likud's Hazan on TV calls on Ya'alon to take back 'naive, rushed' decision and pull forces from Beit El, warning 'someone may get hurt.'

Demolition at Beit El after High Court Ruling

Beit El mayor: 'It's a difficult day. The decision makes no sense.'

Exclusive interview

'If Beit El Falls, the Government Must Fall'

Tourism coordinator of town decries forces coming to demolish 'like thieves in the night,' calls on MKs to 'put the government down.'

Renewed Attempts to Break In to Beit El Homes

Police detain several activists after attempts to return to buildings forcibly stormed by security forces overnight.

Last-Ditch Petition May Delay Home Demolitions

Building co. says that the land on which housing project in Beit El is built has been approved - and it changes facts on the ground.

Deputy Defense Minister: 'There Was Confusion; We Mobilized'

Rabbi Eli Ben-Dahan says it seemed security forces were set to demolish the Beit El homes overnight

Did Defense Minister Mislead Justice Minister about Demolitions?

'I am against the demolition order, and I am working to prevent it,' Ya'alon insists as drama unfolds over Beit El homes.

Ministers Demand Answers Over Beit El Demolitions

Several MKs warn that the overnight raid by the IDF on homes still undergoing validation could threaten the coalition.

'Beit El: Stay Strong!'

Eugen Gluck, one of the founders of Beit El, gives a message of hope to its residents in the face of the High Court's demolition orders.

Clashes in Beit El as Police Arrive for Demolition

Police forces arrive in Beit El ahead of demolition of Draynoff Homes as per court order. Dozens arrested in ensuing clashes.

High Court Again Orders Demolition of Beit El Homes

As residents of Beit El rallied Sunday night, the High Court reiterated demands to demolish the Draynoff Houses.

Beit El Homes May Yet Be Saved, Protesters Hope

A rally Sunday night will demand that the government follow through on its plan to ensure that the Draynoff Houses remain standing.

'Our Pressure to Build Must Outweigh Pressure to Destroy'

With the impending demolition of homes in Beit El, senior rabbis in the Religious Zionist community call on the public to demonstrate.

Progress in Fight Against Beit El Demolition Plans

Civil Administration approves validation papers for homes slated to be destroyed - but will it be enough?

Bennett, Beit El Protestors Face Off At Meeting

Tensions surfaced in Jewish Home, as a loud shouting match broke out between Naftali Bennett and party members from Beit El.

Jewish Minor Brutally Assaulted by Cops in Demolition Protest

Youth protesting Beit El destruction gets violently assaulted by cops, necessitating hospital treatment; now his case is in court.

'Their Hatred For Us Bends the Nations' Views'

Prominent Religious Zionist rabbi tells Arutz Sheva that Israel must stand up and ignore international pressure to gain the world's respect.

Netanyahu Refuses to Expand Judea and Samaria

Prime Minister admits in heated confrontation with the mayor of Beit El that he will not keep campaign promises to build more houses.

Rabbis, MKs: High Court Has Something Against Us

Hundreds of people joined a large crowd in Beit El to recite afternoon prayers near two buildings the High Court ordered torn down.

Ambulance Driver: Arab Shot At Me 'Boldly, Without Shame'

Shalom Galil, the ambulance driver who was shot at as he was driving along a road adjacent to Beit El, said he was uninjured in the attack

Terrorists Open Fire on Ambulance North of Jerusalem

Three hits from bullets found on civilian ambulance driving near Beit El, as IDF hunts for terrorists thought to be from Bitin.

Supreme Court Rules to Demolish in Town North of Jerusalem

State backs building company petitioning to continue project in Beit El, but court strikes down saying no planning deadline was given.

That escalated quickly

Arab Threat Shuts Down New Road Hours After It Was Opened

New road from Ramallah to Bitin opened in 'gesture,' closed less than a day later after Arab blocks Jewish car in potential attack.

Bittersweet: Family of Killed 5-Year-Old Welcomes Baby Brother

Yosef Chaim Shukrun's brit celebrated on Sunday, six days after his five-year-old brother was killed in Beit El bus accident.

Father of Killed 5 Year-Old Asks Public 'Not to Question G-d'

Maoz Shukrun, father of boy killed in Beit El bus accident, proclaims his faith despite terrible tragedy.

Five-Year-Old Accident Victim Brought to Rest in Beit El

Dozens participate in the funeral of five-year-old Benayahu Shukrun of Beit El, who was struck by a shuttle bus while riding a scooter.

Beit El: Five-Year-Old Run Over and Killed

Death of five-year-old in Beit El run over by a bus brings total of Israeli children killed in road accidents in 2015 up to nine.

Arab Mob Hurls Rocks at Beit El, IDF's 'Hands are Tied'

At least 70 Arabs storm the community, hurl rocks at children - but the IDF tells residents they are bound by the rules of engagement.

Rabbi Melamed: Jewish Home Does Listen to Rabbis

Rabbi Zalman Melamed says all issues between Jewish Home and senior rabbis in Religious Zionist community have been resolved.

No Religious Council in Beit El - Who's to Blame?

Beit El residents threaten to file petition in High Court for Justice over oversight; ministers play blame game, point to Finance Ministry.

Roadside Explosive Found North of Jerusalem

IDF locates bomb during drill between Psagot and Beit El in Samaria just north of the capital.

Empty Promises, Tense Meetings over Construction Freeze

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon meets with settlement leaders over regional issues. But is it too little, too late?

Torah Scroll - From Holocaust in Romania to IDF Base in Samaria

Joyous ceremony held as Torah scroll that survived the Holocaust paraded to its new home in a Beit El IDF base.

Hassidic Superstar Fried in Beit El: Shehechayanu!

2,500 people went to Beit El in Samaria to see and hear hassidic song great Avraham Fried perform.

Watch: The Hassidic Music Superstar and the M16

Hassidic music star Avraham Fried stopped by the town of Beit El, where he will perform next week ahead of the High Holy Days.