Cave of the Patriarchs

Palestinian man faints, Israeli Border Police come to his aid

Border Police paramedic administers first aid to Palestinian Authority Arab who lost consciousness near Hevron's Cave of the Patriarchs.

Border Police foil terror attack in Hevron

Border Police discover large kitchen knife hidden in the sock of an Arab entering the Cave of the Patriarchs.

Arab woman caught with two knives in Hevron

Palestinian Arab woman armed with two knives caught near the Cave of the Patriarchs.

Cave of the Patriarchs floods with rainwater

When it rains in Hevron, the Cave of the Patriarchs is flooded. The Muslim Waqf, backed by the Supreme Court refuses to roof the building.

PA outraged over lamp in the Cave of the Patriarchs

PA claims that Israel acted against Islam in Jerusalem and Hevron.

PA: Israel preventing muezzin call in Cave of the Patriarchs

PA religious affairs official claims Israel is preventing Palestinians from sounding call for prayer at the Cave of the Patriarchs.

Police, security forces prepare for 'Chayei Sarah' in Hevron

10,000s of visitors expected in Hevron on Shabbat of weekly reading of Torah portion of Abraham's purchase of Cave of the Patriarchs.

Border Police officers save Arab man

Border Police officers in Hevron's Cave of the Patriarchs administer medical aid to a Palestinian Arab who lost consciousness.

Stabbing attack thwarted near Cave of the Patriarchs

Arab approaches Border Police outside Cave of Patriarchs with a knife, is apprehended without injury.

Brave Muslim woman bashes UNESCO's anti-Israel resolution

Despite threats on her life, Israeli-Arab Sarah Zoabi slams UNESCO for creating rifts, denying Jews' rights to Cave of the Patriarchs.

Hotovely to Arab MKs: You are thieves of history

Deputy Foreign Minister says Arab MKs, UNESCO should read the Bible and the [empty] book of Palestinian history.

Goebbels is alive and well in UNESCO

'Hold cabinet meeting at Tomb of Patriarchs'

Yesha Council and Amana issue invitation following UNESCO designation of Hevron's Old City as 'endangered PA heritage site'

Jewish property owners blocked from entering homes

Jews buy Hevron properties - but can't move in because their attempt to register as owners was blocked by authorities.

Who hates ya, baby? Anti-Semitism lives, and its address is the UN

Marzel:

'UNESCO isn't the problem, the government is'

Prominent nationalist activist says the government isn't doing enough for Hevron and the Cave of the Patriarchs.

Israel punishes the UN

Following UNESCO resolution on Hevron, Netanyahu cuts an additional $1 million from the membership funds that Israel pays to the UN.

Hotovely: A mark of shame for UNESCO

Deputy FM Hotovely says newest UNESCO resolution is a 'mark of shame,' slams Arabs for trying to appropriate Jewish symbols.

Defense Minister: UNESCO is politically biased and anti-Semitic

Defense Minister Liberman says UNESCO's decision is irrelevant, calls on US to pull funding to UNESCO.

Another PA deception at UNSECO thwarted

UNESCO resolution of Hevron brings report critical of PA position, but only mentions one line critical of Israel.

UNESCO to award heritage site to convicted mass murderer

Hevron terrorist-mayor tells how he tried to kill Israelis, planned attack for 8 months. Will he manage one of Israel's holiest sites?

US to UNESCO: the PA lies

US Ambassador to the UN warns against adoption of PA resolution on Cave of the Patriarchs which would deny Jewish connection to holy site.

Likud MK:

'The Palestinians are rewriting history'

MK Sharren Haskel visits Hevron, urges UNESCO to reject resolution declaring Cave of the Patriarchs a Palestinian heritage site.

'A shame: This never would have happened in America'

Leader of New York Bukharan Jewish community visits Cave of the Patriarchs, site where Elor Azariya shot terrorist.

Stabbing attack foiled near Hevron

Terrorist surprised by Border Police officers near Cave of the Patriarchs, dropping the knife with which she intended to carry out attack.

Knife-wielding terrorist arrested in Hevron

Female Arab terrorist with knife arrested near the Cave of the Patriarchs.

Stabbing attack foiled in Hevron

Border Police officers arrest suspicious Arab at Cave of the Patriarchs, find knife on his body.

Why is the Cave of Mahpela not accessible to the disabled?

New inspection structure is liable to pose considerable difficulties for Jews entering the Cave.

Habima actors stop at Cave of the Patriarchs

Habima actors make second appearance in Kiryat Arba-Hevron, set date for next play.

'No one can cut us off from our heritage'

Shas Secretary-General tours Hevron, promises to work for Jewish community there and to ensure the continuation of Jewish heritage.

Insights on the parsha: Chayei Sara

Attempted terror attack in Hevron

Terrorist had planned stabbing attack against IDF soldiers in Hevron to avenge death of relative killed during stabbing attack.

'We vow to beautify the Cave of the Patriarchs'

Arabs steal mezuzah from Cave of the Patriarchs, but the Jewish community in Hevron says it will replace it with a more beautiful one.

Watch: Hevron's Machpela packed for inspiring Pesach prayers

Jewish pride in the city of the forefathers: Hundreds of Jews from across Israel pack Cave of Patriarchs for special musical prayer service.

Stabbing thwarted in Hevron, none injured

Security forces apprehend female terrorist with a knife at Cave of the Patriarchs.

Stabbing at Cave of the Patriarchs in Hevron; 1 injured

Terrorist stabbed man visiting Jewish holy site; security forces eliminated him at the scene.

Three Palestinians arrested on security charges today

Man shot while trying to break through checkpoint. Two others caught with knives.

Why travel 6,000 miles to Hevron? 'Now is the time to come'

Thousands defied Arab terror to visit the Cave of the Patriarchs for Shabbat Chayei Sara; one American pilgrim explains why he's not afraid.

Egyptian and PA Rabble-Rousing Reports Provoke Trouble

Who needs to incite when you can simply provoke? Egyptian, PA agencies term Defense Minister's visit in Hevron as a "break-in."

Commotion Over Ya'alon Visit to Cave of the Patriarchs

Right-wing activist Baruch Marzel forcibly removed from the site after he shouted at, physically approached Defense Minister.

Watch: Clashes in Hevron as Muslims Disrupt Jewish Prayers

Jewish youths, police clash after muezzin repeatedly disrupts Jewish prayers, triggering angry response.

Jibril Rajoub Tries to 'Pray' at Jewish Site, Gets Chased Away

Worshippers at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hevron chased away an unwanted guest – Jibril Rajoub, a top Palestinian Authority terrorist.

PA Slams 'Judaization' of 'Islamic' Hevron

The Cave of the Patriarchs is a 'pure Islamic site,' the PA's 'religious affairs minister' claims Sunday.

Hamas Terrorist Threatens Chabad Emissary in Hevron

Chabad Emissary Rabbi Yitzhak Naimark says Hamas-identified Arab from Hevron threatening him for work with IDF soldiers in the area.

Hevron Jews to PM: Don't Be Afraid to Visit Cave

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu should not hesitate to visit the Machpelah Cave, despite threats, said members of the Hevron community.

Arab with Knife Arrested Near the Cave of the Patriarchs

Border Police officers arrest a 40-year-old Arab from Hevron after finding a large knife in his possession.

Knife Wielding Arab Caught Near Hevron

Border Police officers arrest suspicious Arab near the Cave of the Patriarchs, find a knife in his possession.

A Place of Rest

Thousands Gather for Sukkot in Hevron

Masses flock to Cave of the Patriarchs for major holiday - and are undeterred by first rains of the season.

In Pictures: Selichot at Hevron's Cave of the Patriarchs

Thousands of Jewish worshippers flock to one of Judaism's holiest sites for pre-Yom Kippur prayers of penitence.

Watch: Rabbi Lau Leads Prayer for Kidnapped Teens

The Chief Ashkenazi Rabbi of Israel led a prayer rally for the safety of the three kidnapped teens at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hevron.

Watch: Hundreds Pray for Missing Students at Kotel and in Hevron

Hundreds prayed Saturday night at the Kotel for the safe return of the three yeshiva students who were kidnapped by terrorists.

Arabs Take Over Courtyard of Beit HaMachpela

Hevron’s Beit HaMachpela apartment building, located at the foot of Cave of the Patriarchs, is once again amid controversy.

Rabbinic Outrage Over Muslim Vandalism at Cave of Patriarchs

A leading rabbi in the government has expressed outrage over destruction of Jewish holy articles at the Cave of the Patriarchs by Muslims.

Report: Piron Cancels School Trips to Hevron

Education Minister Shai Piron has decided to cancel a program started by his predecessor and meant to encourage school visits to Hevron.

Israel Expels Three Foreign Leftist Rioters

Israel expelled three foreign leftist activists who, along with Israeli leftists and PA Arabs, rioted near the Cave of the Patriarchs.

Lieberman 'Defiled' Cave of Patriarchs, Claims Hamas

Hamas condemns former Foreign Minister Lieberman's visit to the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hevron, saying his visit "defiled" the compound.

Video: Simchat Torah Dancing at Cave of the Patriarchs Main Hall

For the first time in many years the Yitzchak Hall in Hebron was open for Jews on the night after Simchat Torah. Watch the 2nd Night Hakafot

'Jewish Return to Hevron is Forever'

MK Moshe Ya'alon assured settlers Wednesday during a visit to Hevron that the Jewish return to the city of the Patriarchs is “forever.”

PA to Seek UNESCO Recognition for More Sites

Following its success with the Church of the Nativity, PA will seek to have additional religious sites recognized by UNESCO.