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Surrounded by Muslims

MK Succot enters area of Cave of Patriarchs closed to Jews

Ahead of Shabbat Chayei Sara, MK Tzvi Succot toured the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron, entering the Muslim‑controlled Isaac Hall and calling for full Jewish access and sovereignty over the holy site.

MK Succot enters area of Cave of Patriarchs closed to Jews

Palestinian incitement:

Mein Kampf found in Islamic Charity Association offices in Hebron

IDF troops operating to thwart terror financing and confiscate incitement materials found an Arabic copy of Adolf Hitler’s manifesto in the 'charity' organization's offices.

Mein Kampf found in Islamic Charity Association offices in Hebron

Mixed-gender guard shifts at the Cave of the Patriarchs

Religious soldiers from Givati's advanced training course complained they were assigned to guard shifts alongside female Border Police officers, contrary to their religious way of life.

Mixed-gender guard shifts at the Cave of the Patriarchs

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IDF conducts intense operations in Judea and Samaria

Forces arrest suspects, seize arms and incitement materials, and destroy a pipe bomb in simultaneous operations across Judea and Samaria.

IDF conducts intense operations in Judea and Samaria

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Thousands sing at the Cave of the Patriarchs

An estimated 12,000 worshipers participated in a festive sunrise prayer in Hebron.

Thousands sing at the Cave of the Patriarchs

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Main Selichot prayers at the Cave of the Patriarchs

Watch the main Selichot ceremony at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron.

Main Selichot prayers at the Cave of the Patriarchs

Cave of the Patriarchs:

Hebron Local Council: Giant prayer ceremonies in Hebron

A women's Selichot event will be held on Sunday, led by Rabbanit Yemima Mizrahi and Ruhama Ben Yosef, and a Selichot event on Monday will be led by Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu and attended by Council Chairman Eyal Gelman.

Hebron Local Council: Giant prayer ceremonies in Hebron

Home in Hebron returned to Jewish ownership

The Harchivi Makom Ohalayich association has completed the purchase of a house in Hebron and has brought a Jewish family to take up residence in it.

Home in Hebron returned to Jewish ownership

Cave of the Patriarchs:

Civil Administration revokes powers from Palestinian Authority

The Civil Administration notified officials in Hebron and the Palestinian Authority that it will advance planning procedures to roof the courtyard of the Cave of the Patriarchs despite PA objections.

Civil Administration revokes powers from Palestinian Authority

Hebron Telegram channel published tips for prospective terrorists

A Hebron-based Telegram channel publishes instructions for lone terrorists, including how to enter Israel without arousing suspicion at checkpoints.

Hebron Telegram channel published tips for prospective terrorists

The road to Oct. 7 began in Hebron

The 1929 massacre by local Arabs is not just a painful chapter in the past but a reality that still impacts the region. Even the Ramot Junction. Opinion.

The road to Oct. 7 began in Hebron

First time in 96 years:

Shavei Hebron Yeshiva students return to historic Hebron home

Shavei Hebron Yeshiva students make history by returning to a house that belonged to Jews before the 1929 massacre.

Shavei Hebron Yeshiva students return to historic Hebron home

Palestinian Arab media report a rare arrest by the IDF

Local reports claim IDF forces raided the home of Hebron Mayor Tayseer Abu Sneineh and arrested him. The IDF has yet to confirm.

Palestinian Arab media report a rare arrest by the IDF

The unusual case which reached the Supreme Court

Palestinian Arab in process of converting to Judaism, married to a Jew, is arrested near Hebron; IDF claims tunnel found under his home.

The unusual case which reached the Supreme Court

Dressed as customers:

Terrorists arrested at bank in dramatic operation

In special operation, police arrest wanted terrorist responsible for shooting attack at bank near Hebron.

Terrorists arrested at bank in dramatic operation

Minor sues Border Police over conduct during eviction

A minor in Mount Hebron has filed a civil suit against the police for NIS 17,000, alleging a Border Police officer assaulted him during a demolition operation.

Minor sues Border Police over conduct during eviction

Within an hour:

Terrorists neutralized during attempt to infiltrate communities

Two knife-wielding terrorists attempt attacks near Shim'a in Har Hevron and Migdal Oz in Gush Etzion; both neutralized without injuries.

Terrorists neutralized during attempt to infiltrate communities

Hebron emirate plan:

Pro-Israel sheikh's car torched

Hebron sheikh backing peace with Israel targeted in arson attack amid PA incitement campaign.

Pro-Israel sheikh's car torched

Noam Arnon:

The sane majority in Hebron wants Israeli sovereignty

For at least two decades, the spokesperson for the Jewish community in Hebron has been promoting the idea of clan-based civil governance instead of PA rule. Is this idea feasible?

The sane majority in Hebron wants Israeli sovereignty

Arab Affairs Analyst:

'No real intention of Hebron to detach from PA'

Senior Arab affairs correspondent Ohad Hemo denounces reports that leaders of local Arab clans in Hebron are attempting to detach their city from the rest of the Palestinian Authority.

'No real intention of Hebron to detach from PA'

Bypassing PA:

Hebron sheikhs propose independent emirate

Five Hebron sheikhs approached Israeli Minister Nir Barkat with a plan to establish an independent emirate, pledging zero tolerance for terrorism and calling for mutual recognition between Israel and the proposed Hebron Emirate.

Hebron sheikhs propose independent emirate

Tourists who disrupted security forces to be deported

Four foreign tourists who filmed security forces in the Mt. Hebron region and were involved in incitement will be deported from Israel in the coming days.

Tourists who disrupted security forces to be deported

Shin Bet thwarts major Hamas network in Hebron

As part of the investigation into the infrastructure that planned to carry out attacks in the immediate future - over 60 cell members were arrested, 22 weapons of various types were confiscated, and a shooting attack carried out at the Bnei Naim junction 15 years ago in which four Israelis were murdered was solved.

Shin Bet thwarts major Hamas network in Hebron

Sirens in Jerusalem

Missile from Yemen falls near Hebron

Sirens sounded in Jerusalem and the area following the launch of a missile from Yemen. IDF says the missile fell in the area of Hebron and no interceptors were launched.

Missile from Yemen falls near Hebron

Echoes of History:

Britain's Sanctions against Min. Smotrich and the Hebron Massacre

Déjà vu - history is full of instances where British actions and inactions failed to protect Jewish lives. Opinion.

Britain's Sanctions against Min. Smotrich and the Hebron Massacre

Hebron Mountain governor moves office to protest Arab market

'This illegal market near Meitar poses a serious security risk. It has become a hazardous zone for Jewish residents,' the governor declared.

Hebron Mountain governor moves office to protest Arab market

Thousands of cyclists ride for fallen officer

More than 1,000 cyclists from across Israel completed the annual memorial bike ride honoring Yitzhak Bunish, the Hebron security officer killed in a terrorist shooting at the Worshippers' Path 22 years ago.

Thousands of cyclists ride for fallen officer

IDF:

Cache with hundreds of combat items located in Hebron

Security forces arrest suspect in arms sales after discovering large cache in women's clothing store in Hebron.

Cache with hundreds of combat items located in Hebron

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Hallel prayer with Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu in Hebron

An emotional service is taking place at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron with the participation of thousands of worshippers.

Hallel prayer with Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu in Hebron

Suspect arrested for running over Yasam officer

A preliminary investigation found that the suspect ran over the officer while attempting to flee in a stolen vehicle.

Suspect arrested for running over Yasam officer

IDF investigating Palestinian Arab claims of property damage

The IDF announced that an investigation has been opened following documentation showing soldiers damaging property in the Palestinian village of Jinba in southern Mount Hebron.

IDF investigating Palestinian Arab claims of property damage

In Depth:

The Cave of the Patriarchs Massacre

Looking back over the 31 years since one of the most dramatic and divisive events in the history of Judea and Samaria.

The Cave of the Patriarchs Massacre

Hebron:

Grave of Rabbi Yehuda Bibas located

After decades of searching, the grave of Rabbi Yehuda Bibas, a pioneer of Zionist thought, has been located in the ancient cemetery in Hebron.

Grave of Rabbi Yehuda Bibas located

Protecting Jewish Hebron and supporting IDF soldiers

In the historic city of Hebron, Jewish residents and Israel Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers stand on the front lines of safety and security in Israel.

Protecting Jewish Hebron and supporting IDF soldiers

PM and ministers condemn violence against Central Command Head

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu strongly condemns the act of violence against the Head of IDF Central Command, Maj.-Gen. Avi Bluth; all Government ministers support this condemnation.

PM and ministers condemn violence against Central Command Head

Hebron:

Dozens of Israelis attack Central Command chief Avi Bluth

Dozens of extremist youths cursed and shouted slogans against the IDF and pursued the Central Command chief Avi Bluth and other officers who accompanied him while declaring them "Traitors.''

Dozens of Israelis attack Central Command chief Avi Bluth

Shabbat Hebron - despite the war

Large crowds are expected to visit Hebron this Shabbat to read the Torah portion regarding Abraham's purchase of the Cave of the Patriarchs in the cave itself.

Shabbat Hebron - despite the war

Chayei Sarah:

Shabbat Hevron

Hevron, where our forefathers are buried, and the Cave which the Zohar says is the entrance to the Garden of Eden.

Shabbat Hevron

Hamas terrorists planned to assassinate Minister Ben-Gvir and son

A terror cell from Hebron attempted to track and assassinate National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and his son Shovael.

Hamas terrorists planned to assassinate Minister Ben-Gvir and son

Live from Hebron:

Festive holiday prayers with Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu joins Sukkot festival morning prayers at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron, calling for the IDF's victory and the return of the hostages. Watch.

Festive holiday prayers with Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu

Hebron: A perfect destination for a Sukkot family trip

Hebron offers an exciting and safe experience for a family trip during the Sukkot holiday, with plenty of attractions and activities for all ages.

Hebron: A perfect destination for a Sukkot family trip

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Police foiled terror attack on synagogue in southern Israel

A Hebron teenager was arrested after police received intelligence of his intentions to carry out a stabbing attack in a synagogue

Police foiled terror attack on synagogue in southern Israel

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Terrorist arrested in hospital near Hebron

Watch: Yamam officers raided a hospital in Halul, near Hebron, and arrested a terrorist who was wounded when a car bomb exploded prematurely in the area last month.

Terrorist arrested in hospital near Hebron

Terrorist involved in car explosion arrested near Hebron

At a hospital near Hebron, Yamam and ISA personnel arrest terrorist involved in car bombing last month.

Terrorist involved in car explosion arrested near Hebron

Terrorist who murdered three police officers eliminated

The terrorist eliminated was Muhannad Al-Easud, a 31-year-old from Idhna, identified with Fatah and formerly served in the Palestinian Presidential Guard of the Palestinian National Security Forces.

Terrorist who murdered three police officers eliminated

Three police officers killed in shooting attack near Hebron

Terrorists open fire near the Tarqumiya Checkpoint in the Hebron area, killing three police officers.

Three police officers killed in shooting attack near Hebron

Hebron under siege:

IDF surrounds city, arrests six terror suspects

The IDF began operating in Hebron after thwarting the car bombing in Gush Etzion, arrested 6 wanted individuals, and imposed a blockade on the city.

IDF surrounds city, arrests six terror suspects

'Work accident':

Terrorists injured in car explosion near Hebron

Car with two terrorists inside explodes near Hebron. It appears the car contained explosives that were intended to be used against Israelis in a terror attack.

Terrorists injured in car explosion near Hebron

Man wounded in attack:

'The knife stuck in my back, the terrorist continued to hit me'

David Elimelech, who was seriously injured in attack near Hebron, describes the fight with the terrorist who shot at him and hit him.

'The knife stuck in my back, the terrorist continued to hit me'

Hebron:

Arab woman planning to carry out stabbing attack arrested

Security forces in Judea and Samaria arrested a 50-year-old Palestinian Arab woman, who admitted that she was planning to carry out a stabbing attack in the Cave of the Patriarchs.

Arab woman planning to carry out stabbing attack arrested

Stabbing attack foiled in Hebron

A woman being checked by Border Police was found to be concealing a knife in her bag.

Stabbing attack foiled in Hebron

IDF destroys vehicle carrying explosives in Samaria

Security forces operated across Judea and Samaria overnight arresting suspects and seizing weapons.

IDF destroys vehicle carrying explosives in Samaria

Watch: Central Lag Ba'omer bonfire-lighting in Hebron

Due to the security tensions in northern Israel, it was decided that Religious Zionism's central Lag Ba'omer celebrations will be held this year at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron. Watch.

Watch: Central Lag Ba'omer bonfire-lighting in Hebron

In Arab village: IDF soldiers discover ancient menorah engraving

During an arrest operation in Kafr Si'ir near Hebron, IDF soldiers discover Talmudic-era menorahs engraved on the doorway of a home.

In Arab village: IDF soldiers discover ancient menorah engraving

Gershon Elinson, Gush Etzion's legendary photographer, dies at 75

Gershon Elinson, one of the founders of the Jewish settlement in Hebron and a legendary photographer who photographed settlements in Judea and Samaria for over 45 years, passes away.

Gershon Elinson, Gush Etzion's legendary photographer, dies at 75

Iran sanctions 12 US entities and citizens connected to Israel

Among those sanctioned are Lockheed Martin, Chevron, fmr. Trump advisor Jason Greenblatt, and US military generals.

Iran sanctions 12 US entities and citizens connected to Israel

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Israeli civilian sends dog to attack IDF soldier

IDF soldiers and police officers came to remove a group of Israelis who entered private Palestinian Arab property. A soldier was attacked by a dog belonging to one of the Israelis and needed medical attention.

Israeli civilian sends dog to attack IDF soldier

'Jewish history began here'

Passover in Hebron in the shadow of war

Arutz Sheva spoke with Dr. Noam Arnon, the spokesman of the Jewish community in Hebron, who says that despite increased security tensions, the city is still a popular destination during the holiday.

Passover in Hebron in the shadow of war

Smotrich vs. Gallant:

'Defense Minister is delaying operation in Judea and Samaria'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich claims that numerous processes to seize land in Judea and Samaria are waiting only for the Defense Minister's signature.

'Defense Minister is delaying operation in Judea and Samaria'

'Engaged against her will'

Media runs excuse for terrorist, readers mock

Channel 12 quoted Palestinian Arab sources that claimed that the terrorist who tried to attack soldiers near Hebron was engaged against her will to her cousin.

Media runs excuse for terrorist, readers mock