Hebron

IDF operates against terror supporting 'charity organizations'

IDF acted against at least three charity societies in Jenin, Hebron, and Shechem, which acted as fronts for terrorist organizations.

Hebron:

Hamas terrorists who planned shooting attack arrested

IDF soldiers in Hebron arrested three terrorists affiliated with a Hamas-linked terrorist network who planned to carry out a shooting attack in the immediate timeframe.

Hebron:

Bonfire sparks controversy, council head is not apologizing

Hebron Council head responds to burning of terror flags during Lag Ba'omer, saying that Israel has 'woken up' and any attempt to revive Arab nationalist aspirations will be uprooted at its source.

Smotrich in Hebron:

'We’re determined to win, praying for success'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News at the Religious Zionism movement’s central Lag Ba'Omer bonfire at the foot of the Cave of the Patriarchs: "We are determined to defeat Iran."

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Zionist yeshiva students celebrate Lag Ba'Omer in Hebron

Religious Zionist students, Mercaz Harav Yeshiva Dean, Rabbi Yaakov Shapira, and the Chief Rabbi of Kiryat Arba, Rabbi Avraham Schwartz, celebrate Lag Ba'Omer with a bonfire at the Cave of the Patriarchs.

'Enemies of Muslims'

Senior PA official Hebron slams Iran

Following the strike of an Iranian missile in Beit Awwa in the Hebron area, a senior Palestinian Authority official delivered sharp criticism, claiming that Iran is responsible for the region’s destruction.

Drama:

Two sisters kidnapped to Arab village

A father was arrested after he fled his home in Ashdod with his two daughters, aged three and one. The two were found in the village of Beit Awwa near Hebron and the father was arrested.

Shepherd attacked on Mount Hebron

Approximately ten Arabs attacked a Jewish shepherd in the Susya area with clubs. An IDF force called to the scene shot two of the attackers.

History in Hebron

"Neighborhood of Heroism" established

Hundreds of Jews entered five buildings in the Jalis neighborhood of Hebron today. The new neighborhood will be named after seven soldiers who fell in battle.

Israelis Exonerated:

Fire at Arab farm was caused by electrical fault

A sheepfold near Hebron caught fire and about 50 animals burned to death. Police said the fire was caused by an electrical fault and there is no suspicion of a nationalist attack.

Cabinet moves to change legal statuses in Judea and Samaria

The cabinet approved a series of significant decisions affecting the settlements that change the legal and civil reality in Judea and Samaria, led by Defense Minister Israel Katz and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich.

Security forces surprise Hebron imam

'Hetz' fighters carry out nighttime raid, arrest Hebron imam suspected of publishing incitement and support for Hamas.

Widescale counterterrorism operation in Hebron

Counterterrorism operation in Hebron area leads to arrests, weapons seizures.

Chief of Staff

Large-scale counter-terror op underway in Hebron

IDF Chief of Staff Zamir visits Tomb of the Patriarchs. 'The security of the residents is a top priority for IDF troops in the sector.'

In Hebron

Security forces launch large‑scale counterterrorism operation

Security forces launch an operation in Hebron to thwart terrorism and locate weapons. The operation will continue for several days.

IDF thwarts terror attack

Terror cell arrested in Hebron planned immediate terror attack, IDF reveals.

Drama near Hebron:

Border Police soldier enters PA territory

A civilian reports seeing a woman in uniform entering an Arab vehicle near the Elias Junction, prompting an intensive search operation by Border Police and IDF forces.

Hebron: Dangerous drones seized by police

Judea and Samaria Border Police arrested the owner of a Hebron shop after finding dozens of drones suspected of being intended for use in terrorist attacks.

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Shepherd catches illegal hunters red-handed

Hunters from the village of Halhul who set traps in the grazing lands of the Hebron hills were caught in the act but managed to escape.

After 96 years:

Second Hanukkah candle lit at Hebron’s Valero House

Students of the Shavei Hebron Yeshiva mark a historic moment Monday evening by lighting the second Hanukkah candle at the Valero House in the Hebron Kasbah, the first ceremony at the site since Jews were expelled after the 1929 massacre.

Terror attack thwarted in Hebron

Paratroopers eliminate two terrorists attempting to ram Israelis at police checkpoint; one Israeli suffers very light injuries.

Ramallah and Hebron:

IDF raids and seals HQ of PFLP-tied 'agricultural' organization

IDF forces operated at UAWC buildings, arresting suspects, seizing incitement materials and terror funds, and sealing the sites over the organization’s declared affiliation with the PFLP.

Terrorist who rammed soldier near Hebron eliminated

The terrorist who lightly injured a soldier at the Judea Junction was eliminated after he attempted to ram troops who arrived to apprehend him.

Terrorist eliminated

Female soldier injured in ramming attack near Hebron

Female soldier lightly injured in car-ramming attack on Highway 35 near the Judea Junction in the Hebron area. The terrorist fled with his vehicle into the city.

'No Regret or Apology'

11 years for Arab who raped soldier at Bat Yam beach

Court sentences a 24-year-old Arab from Hebron to 11 years in prison after he was convicted of raping a 19-year-old soldier at a beach in Bat Yam and causing bodily harm.

Cave of the Patriarchs utilities shifted to Israeli control

For the first time in decades, Israel has taken full control of the site's electricity and water from the Waqf.

Hebron:

26,000 Visit Hebron for Chayei Sarah weekend

Judea and Samaria District Police, IDF, and Border Police in Hebron responded to gunfire, arrested two suspects linked to the incident, and detained 13 others for various offenses while conducting extensive preventative measures throughout the area.

Parashat Chayei Sarah:

The Giants of Hevron

The children of Ishmael are destined to rule the Holy Land when it is empty, and they will hinder Israel from returning, until the merit of their circumcision, which is an incomplete covenant, ends, just as the period of the giants ended.

House by house, Hebron is being redeemed

Shlomo Levinger, member of association dedicated to growing Jewish Hebron, shares the momentum of how homes are being purchased, as the Jewish community in the city slowly grows. 'It was a Hebrew city even before Tel Aviv.'

Hebron

'We're people of the Bible, we're living the Bible'

Yishai Fleisher, International Spokesperson for the Jewish Community of Hebron, says that this year's Shabbat Chayei Sarah is special as the Jewish community celebrates the return of the hostages.

From Hebron to Jerusalem

Once again Hebron and the Land of Israel are rising to renewed life, this time through the descendants of Avraham our father, who settle the Land of the Patriarchs and Hebron with self-sacrifice.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hebron emirate plan:

Pro-Israel sheikh's car torched

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

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.