Golan Heights

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.

MK Chides Netanyahu for Syrian Feelers

Netanyahu’s broaching of the Golan/Syria withdrawal/negotiations channel has aroused objections in Syria, Israel, and his Likud party itself.

Expert: Syria Wants Talks, not Peace

Middle East expert says Assad would lose by signing a deal with Israel even if Israel were to offer him the entire Golan.

Arab-Affairs Expert: ‘Syria Wants Water, Not Peace'

Arab/Islamic affairs expert Prof. Moshe Sharon says Syrian threats of war need not scare Israel – and we must not give them access to our water.

Likud Minister Meridor Thwarts Bill to Safeguard Golan Heights

Dan Meridor ran on the Likud slate last year with a stated position contradicting the party’s promise to keep the Golan. He has not given up.

Referendum Law Vote Canceled Due to Last-Minute Appeal

The vote on a bill that would force a referendum before withdrawal from Israeli land is canceled due to a Likud minister's last-minute appeal.

Tel Dan: Archaeology, Nature and Biblical History

Travel to Israel’s northeast corner where the Jordan River spills into the always lush Hula Valley, the foot of the snow-capped Mount Hermon.

Former Netanyahu Official: Bibi Agreed to Give Up Golan Heights

Danny Yatom, Mossad director during Netanyahu’s first term as Prime Minister, claims the Likud leader agreed in 1998 to give up the Golan Heights.

Travel: Gamla, the Masada of the North

Josephus records a courageous stand against the Roman Legion at Gamla, an isolated mountain in the north of the country.

Surprise Erdogan Visit to Damascus May Revive Israel-Syria Talks

Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan will be in Syria on Wednesday for a surprise trip that may be an attempt to revive Israeli-Syrian talks.

Syria Forfeits Golan on a Silver Platter: Make it Gold

Syria’s Foreign Minister mocked President Peres’s refusal for Israel to hand over the Golan on a silver platter. “Make it gold instead.”

Peres to Assad: Choose Between Golan and Iran

The Golan is negotiable, but Israel will not hand it over while Syria continues its ties with Iran and Hizbullah, said President Peres.

Obama Flexes Muscles in Mideast, Resumes Ties with Damascus

Obama is resuming diplomatic ties with Syria as he aims for a regional peace, which in Syria’s eyes includes Israel’s surrender of the Golan.