In a reversal of past US policy, the State Department backed the E1 project connecting Maale Adumim to Jerusalem, calling it essential to Israel’s stability and regional peace.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich hails 'historic step' following approval of 6,900 new housing units in E1 and 'Desert Bird' neighborhood linking Maaleh Adumim to Jerusalem.
Peace Now claims government advancing over 4,000 new housing units in Ariel and Maale Adumim, accuses leadership of ‘deepening annexation.’
During the night, IDF forces operated to thwart terrorism throughout Judea and Samaria, arresting senior wanted individuals and locating and confiscating weapons.
StarLink is now active in Israel, but its coverage excludes Judea, Samaria, Gaza, and the Jordan Valley, leaving over half a million residents without access.
Norway’s $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund will review its Israeli investments amid growing ethical concerns over the Gaza conflict.
MK Tzvi Sukkot postpones scheduled Knesset discussion on shooting of Israeli civilians during riots in Judea and Samaria, initially set to address incidents of live fire at civilians over the past five years.
Minister Bezalel Smotrich reveals plans to reestablish settlements in northern Samaria, including Ganim and Kadim. 'The correction of the sin of expulsion is underway.'
South Sudan's Foreign Minister visited Samaria and Binyamin despite growing international pressure to isolate Israel and recognize a Palestinian state.
Norway launches a review of its $1.9 trillion wealth fund after reports revealed investment in an Israeli firm tied to the IDF.
Over 100 farms now control three times more land than all settlements combined
Dozens of Arab rioters from Aqraba attack Samaria farm, throwing stones and approaching with clubs; IDF forces responded with defensive fire after sensing danger.
Security forces uncover weapons caches in Anabta, Al-Ram, Odala, and more during week-long operation to dismantle terror infrastructure in Central Command region.
Justice Minister Yariv Levin on the issue of sovereignty: "We are close to the first step and must make a supreme effort to start this process in practice."
Foreign Minister tells Johann Wadephul that Israel won’t forfeit security, slams global pressure, PA incitement, and hypocrisy on Jewish presence in Judea and Samaria.
A special meeting was recently held at the Israel Dog Unit (IDU) headquarters in Kfar Tapuach with Avichai Tanami, the special coordinator for addressing the issue of hilltop youth in Judea and Samaria.
Judge Chavi Toker rejected the police's request to extend Levi’s detention. Levi had fired at rioters who surrounded him during development work; a Palestinian Arab was killed by the gunfire.
Over the past month Duvdevan Unit fighters and Shin Bet arrested 12 terrorists who were planning to carry out attacks in Judea and Samaria. Watch footage from one of the arrests.
Yinon Levi, previously sanctioned by the US, arrested after defending himself from Arab rioters—one of whom was a producer of the anti-Israel film No Other Land—during violent incident near Carmel.
A new terrorist Arab state will result in catastrophic internal violence. Opinion.
The Hilltop Youth in Judea and Samaria are outraged about the distribution of defense measures, claiming discrimination between communities despite existing security threats.
Hundreds of operations, hundreds of terrorists arrested, many weapons confiscated - and all of this almost without anyone hearing about them. This is what the quiet fighting in the Judea and Samaria region looks like.
There is no better moment, no better excuse, no better opportunity than right now for Israel’s government to take tangible steps, manifesting that the deed now is done, that Sovereignty over Judea and Samaria is done. Just do it. Opinion.
Spokesperson for the Palestinian Authority chairman criticizes Knesset resolution declaring Judea and Samaria "an inseparable part of the historic homeland of the Jewish people."
The resolution stating that these territories are an inseparable part of the Jewish people’s historic, cultural, and spiritual homeland, passed with a majority of 71 Members of Knesset.
30 Senators and Congressmen participated in a conference in support of Samaria with the participation of Council Chairman Yossi Dagan - the largest conference in Washington for Judea and Samaria ever
Arutz Sheva learns Beitar Illit Mayor Meir Rubinstein and Modi’in Illit Mayor Yaakov Guterman actively working to persuade haredi MKs to support proposal for Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.
The Knesset plenum will vote tomorrow, just before the start of the summer recess, on a motion to support the application of sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.
Overnight (Tuesday), IDF soldiers operated in the areas of Beit Ummar and Al-Fureidis. The soldiers confiscated 20 ready-to-use pipe explosives and apprehended the terrorists who held the explosives.
Former US Ambassador David Friedman tells Arutz Sheva that Israel must take the lead on sovereignty, praises Trump’s bold stance on Iran, Gaza, and the Abraham Accords.
A stark warning - the next war may be far worse than October 7. In the campaign against Hamas, we have already suffered a loss.
MK Ariel Kallner (Likud) speaks to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News ahead of a Knesset conference aimed at promoting sovereignty in Judea and Samaria: "Our enemies want to uproot us - we will talk sovereignty."
Yossi Dagan has reached an agreement with legislators in eight U.S. states to promote a bill that would mandate the use of the term "Judea and Samaria" instead of "West Bank" in official documents.
A senior government minister calls for a new political program in Judea and Samaria to promote gradual sovereignty and warns of a rift in the right-wing bloc.
Individuals who cover their faces in Judea and Samaria now face prison time under a new IDF order aimed at curbing nationalist crimes and masked attacks.
Gush Etzion Regional Council Chairman Yaron Rosental signed a planning contract for the creation of the new community of Bar Kochba, which will link the region with the capital.
IDF forces demolished the homes of three terrorists involved in fatal shooting attacks, as part of ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of Israeli citizens and combat terrorism.
Representatives from key Israeli ministries to present practical implications of applying sovereignty in Judea and Samaria at special Knesset subcommittee meeting.
Dozens of Arab rioters, accompanied by far-left anarchists, attack Jewish shepherds in pre-planned operation, injuring two.
IDF and Civil Administration demolish illegal greenhouse complex used for terrorist activities in Shuweikeh, illegal structures in nearby villages, as part of ongoing security efforts.
IDF identifies launch of missiles from Yemen toward Israeli territory. Sirens sounded in the Dead Sea and Judean Foothills areas. Attempts were made to intercept the missiles.
New report reveals significant growth in construction of new settlements in Judea and Samaria since the current government took office in early 2023.
Over the past month, IDF, Border Police, and ISA forces carried out 2,500 operations, dismantling terrorist cells and seizing weapons and funds.
The Supreme Planning Council will discuss today the promotion of 267 housing units, including 150 in a precedent-setting plan in Ganei Modi'in beyond the security fence.
In landmark move, Rabbinical Court in Ariel is granted official permanent status, expanding its operations to five days a week.
In emergency meeting, Katz orders crackdown on extremist violence in Judea and Samaria, launches task force and social initiatives targeting Hilltop Youth.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu calls for swift justice after extremists torched a military facility in Judea and Samaria.
They are first Israelis to mount legal challenge to UK Foreign Office designations
Samaria Regional Council head Yossi Dagan denounces rioters who set fire to a military post, affirms support for IDF and rejects violence and political incitement against the Judea and Samaria community.
Extremists set fire to IDF operational site in Judea and Samaria, causing millions in damage and harming vital security infrastructure; IDF warns attack endangers civilian safety.
Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir praises battalion commander who was assaulted by a group of Jews, warns such actions undermine rule of law and harm security and stability in the region.
Ireland advances a draft bill to boycott Israeli goods from Judea and Samaria, an unprecedented move for an EU member, further escalating diplomatic tensions.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir outlines a sweeping strategy for Judea and Samaria: targeted strikes at funerals, full sanctions on the Palestinian Authority, tighter closures, legislation for the death penalty for terrorists, and dismantling Tanzim—mirroring tactics used in Tehran.
Commander of Central Command Avi Bluth and Samaria governor Yossi Dagan met today for a situational assessment on the war in Judea and Samaria.
Nine EU nations urging the European Commission to propose ending trade with Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria, citing a recent International Court of Justice opinion. This move precedes a key EU foreign ministers' meeting on June 23 to discuss ties with Israel.
Border Police undercover forces in Judea and Samaria operated last night in the heart of the Far’a camp in the Menashe Regional Brigade, in a targeted operation to arrest the wanted terrorist.
Israeli Foreign Minister responds to Belgian Deputy PM Maxime Prévot's call for sanctions on good made in Judea and Samaria during the conflict with Iran.
Samaria Regional Council calls for immediate fortification funding to be allocated to settlements in Samaria, similar to the model used for frontline communities elsewhere in Israel. 'Life of a child in Samaria is not less valuable.'
Terrorist attempts to stab soldiers and steal a weapon during IDF operation in the village of al-Walaja, but is shot by IDF forces.
IDF establishes Gilad Division (96), part of historic reorganization under Central Command. Overnight, 25 wanted suspects were arrested. Maj. Gen. Bluth: 'We must not be complacent in the face of the enemy.'
