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News and updates about Cave of the Patriarchs
'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
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
'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.
Jews Move Into House Near Cave of Patriarchs
A group of Jews has moved into a house in Hevron near the Cave of the Machpela (Patriarchs), after buying it from an Arab owner.
MK Uri Ariel Calls on Gov't to Rescue Arab Seller in Hevron
MK Uri Ariel has called on the government to rescue the former Arab owner who sold a property to Jews near the Cave of the Patriarchs.
Rabbi Dov Lior: Beit HaMachpela in Hevron Legally Purchased
The Chief Rabbi of Kiryat Arba-Hevron visited a new Jewish home next to the Cave of the Patriarchs Thursday, saying the purchase was legal.
Video: 500 Women Pray for Jonathan Pollard in Hevron
Esther Pollard leads moving prayer service in the Cave of the Patriarchs for the release of Jonathan Pollard and for the strength of Israel.
New Torah Scroll Placed in Cave of Patriarchs
Yisrael Bareli donated a Torah scroll to be placed in the Cave of Patriarchs in Hevron. Watch a video from the special ceremony.
Video of Pesach in Hevron: We Did not Leave Egypt for PA State
Thousands of Israeli flocked to Hevron to celebrate the Passover holiday. Cabinet minister Katz: This is the answer to leftists.
IDF Foils Arab Attack on Purim in Hevron
Israeli soldiers foiled an attempted Arab terrorist attack on Jewish visitors on Purim in Hevron. In Gaza, terrorist group says it fired mortars.
Foreign Ministry to Send Ambassadors to Cave of Patriarchs
Foreign Ministry strengthening status of the Cave of Patriarchs: foreign ambassadors, Israeli diplomats and cadets will visit the tomb in Hevron.
PA Places Arabs in the Heart of Jewish Hevron
Palestinian Authority is housing hundreds of Arabs in the heart of the Jewish population in Hevron. Spokesman: This is a dangerous precedent.
New Photo Exhibit: Hevron’s Jewish History
Cave of the Patriarch's Visitors' Center presents showcase of photographs documenting Hevron’s rich Jewish history from 1967 to the present.
Rabbi Pinto Visits the Cave of Machpelah
Rabbi Yoshiyahu Pinto, on a visit to Israel, stops by the Cave of Machpelah.