Judea and Samaria

IDF on Jordan border:

‘The quiet is no longer reassuring’

Once considered one of Israel’s quietest sectors, the Jordan border is now facing growing smuggling and infiltration threats as the IDF reinforces its defenses.

U.S. lawmakers arrive in Samaria with bold recognition push

A delegation of U.S. senators and representatives visited Samaria as lawmakers pledge new state legislation to recognize Judea and Samaria and drop the term West Bank.

Herzog condemns Yesha 'crime epidemic,' praises Huckabee

Israeli President says those who commit violence in Judea and Samaria 'long ago forgot the Torah’s commandment on the treatment of the stranger.'

‘Dangerous settler’?

The man Huckabee filmed fires back: ‘That was me’

Jewish resident Amishav Melet, seen driving security Ranger in US Ambassador Mike Huckabee’s film of Turmus Ayya visit, says he was responding to a security alert, and claims ambassador was not given the full picture.

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Netanyahu ordered evacuation of outposts following US pressure

The Prime Minister instructed the defense establishment to evacuate outposts established in Area B following heavy pressure from the US administration.

Yoram Cohen:

'Evacuate farms and communities in Judea and Samaria'

Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen calls for the evacuation of farms and communities that were not established by government decision. Likud and Religious Zionist leaders slam his remarks.

IDF foils imminent terror attack, arrests five-man cell

Five terrorists captured in Qabatiya within minutes as Israeli troops seize an M16 rifle and military equipment hidden in their homes.

IDF smashes 30 weapons workshops in Shechem

IDF destroys 30 weapon production machines in Shechem area, searching hundreds of sites and arresting dozens of suspects.

14 years after evacuation

Families return to Migron, outpost connected to power grid

Move kept under the radar for about a year: Several families have been living at a new agricultural outpost in Upper Migron, which was connected to the power grid on Thursday.

Unaddressed violence in Judea and Samaria

They fled into their "sanctuary city", confident that no one would bother to search for them and not one of the local residents would turn them in. Op-ed.

Two years later:

Police honor three officers murdered on their way to duty

Judea and Samaria District officers pause at the exact time of the 2024 shooting attack to remember three colleagues murdered on their way to duty.

‘Regards from the terrorists’:

Message to Huckabee at torched mosque

Suspected Jewish rioters torch a mosque in Samaria and leave threatening graffiti targeting journalist Roy Sharon and US Ambassador Mike Huckabee.

Judea and Samaria

Israel launches major crackdown on illegal construction

Israeli forces demolish illegal construction near the security fence and an ancient archaeological site in two-day enforcement operation in Area C.

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18 infiltrators found hidden under truck after police chase

Driver smashes through crossing, hits two cars and flees before Border Police discover 18 people concealed in a false compartment beneath his truck.

Yamam captures Lions’ Den terrorist in surprise Shechem raid

Wanted terrorist suspected of plotting attacks against Israelis is caught off guard at his home in a covert overnight operation.

Former US Ambassador defends Israelis in Qusra incident

Former US ambassador to Israel David Friedman tweeted in response to the reports of clashes between Israelis and Palestinians in the town of Qusra over Shabbat.

Slovenian leaders clash over Israel

Slovenian leaders trade barbs over Israel and EU policy, as PM Janez Janša rejects pressure from Brussels and wins praise from Netanyahu.

IDF conducts precise strike against terrorists in the Jenin area

IDF drone strikes vehicle carrying three terrorists, including head of a terrorist network in Jenin who was planning attacks, amid heightened security tensions and increased alert levels in Judea and Samaria.

Melanie Phillips:

Britain’s moral depravity

UK's campaign against the Israeli “settlers" amounts to racist ethnic cleansing and Burnham's threatened boycott would affect all Israeli products. Israel might now suggest politely that since the UK apparently hates the Jewish state so much, it surely won’t want to benefit any further from Israeli intelligence or arms. Opinion. supplies.Opinion.

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Trump could hit UK with tariffs over Judea and Samaria sanctions

Labour MPs warn that planned UK sanctions and trade restrictions targeting Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria could provoke retaliation from Trump.

IDF chief raises alert, orders Judea and Samaria reinforcements

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir orders heightened readiness ahead of holidays, warns IDF faces threats from Iran to Gaza.

The phenomenon endangering drivers in Samaria

Nine Palestinian Arab adults and minors are apprehended at Tzofim Junction as local officials demand sustained action against roadside panhandling.

Minister Smotrich:

'Monument should be destroyed - but not by individuals'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said the terror memorial should have been removed long ago, but insisted that only the IDF has the authority to carry out such actions.

Border Police blocked the road, residents entered on foot

Residents sought to reach the “Outposts Route" to protest the arrest of a Jewish man by Palestinian Authority police. Security forces attempted to prevent them from holding the protest.

Netanyahu, Katz presented with data showing decline in terrorism

The Prime Minister and Defense Minister held a situational assessment at Central Command. Minister Katz: “The number of terrorist attacks in Judea and Samaria has fallen to levels we have never seen before."

'Damage to two-state solution'

EU condemns Israel's E1 construction plans

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas condemns Israel's E1 construction plans, saying the project would undermine prospects for a two-state solution.

One moderately wounded in stabbing attack near Jericho

Initial reports of a stabbing incident near Al Auja, north of Jericho. One individual was reported to be moderately wounded. Security and emergency medical teams have deployed to the scene.

US on E1 tender:

'We do not support' Judea and Samaria annexation

The US says it opposes Israeli annexation as Israel advances a 1,234-home tender in the E1 area between Jerusalem and Ma'ale Adumim.

Jewish hikers attacked after mistakenly entering Arab village

Dozens of Arab rioters hurl rocks at Jewish hikers who apparently entered village by mistake; security forces rush to rescue the group.

Vandals tore down Israeli flags, activists returned with 50 more

Days after Israeli flags were vandalized near Rawabi, activists restored them and added dozens more: 'For every flag that was vandalized, we put up another.'

Ancient Jerusalem water system opens to visitors

Solomon's Pools takes a major step toward opening to the public, offering visitors a rare look at the ancient system that supplied Jerusalem during the Second Temple period.

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EU preparing sanctions against Israel over E1 construction

The EU is preparing sanctions against Israel if construction proceeds in E1, including possible trade, academic, security and diplomatic measures.

Supreme Court rejects petition against illegal scrapyards

Regavim warns illegal scrapyards are fueling car theft and security threats after the Supreme Court accepts the state’s claim that sufficient enforcement measures have been taken.

Jewish Terrorism?

Amb. Huckabee explains what he condemns - and what he supports

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee lays out the true effects of violent extremism in Judea and Samaria in an exclusive interview with Arutz Sheva.

IDF drills for nightmare scenarios in Judea and Samaria

IDF troops simulate simultaneous attacks, mass-casualty incidents and threats to Israeli communities in major exercises focused on northern Samaria.

'Settler arson' claim falls apart after police probe

Palestinian Arabs claim 'settlers' torched building with family inside, police investigators prove allegations utterly baseless.

UK Foreign Sec. to Israel:

'Scrap E1 tender, halt settlement expansion'

UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband condemns Israel's E1 construction tender and demands it be withdrawn, warning it threatens the two-state solution.

Big day in Judea and Samaria:

Two communities granted official status as Israeli localities

Karmei Oz and Sahlab received official locality codes, completing years-long recognition processes and enabling expanded services and development.

Bereaved father

“Benayahu fell, but he left us a path that won't be stopped"

Boaz Melet tells Arutz Sheva how his son Benayahu, who was shot in a terrorist attack, recovered and continued fighting the terrorists until his final moments.

Glock, M16, and explosives seized in wave of raids

Israeli security forces uncovered firearms, ammunition, pipe bombs, and a hand grenade in a series of raids across Judea and Samaria, arresting a Palestinian man in his 50s.

Families wake up to bulldozers at their doors

Police forces raided Givat Ura Yisrael near Ariel, demolishing homes with belongings, religious books and children's items still inside.

Dear World:

Before you tell me to "Free Palestine", I have some questions

And also some information: The Jewish people are not foreign tourists or colonizers in Judea. We did not name ourselves after this land. This land was named after us.

Tunnel to Israel? Suspect caught digging near security fence

Border Police arrest Qalandiya resident suspected of working to dig tunnel to infiltrate Israel.

Residents accuse:

Tefillin, cash stolen after Samaria outpost demolition

Residents returning to Givat Tel Talpiot following violent demolition say religious items, credit card, and thousands of shekels missing, and belongings destroyed.

'Place Judea and Samaria Border Police under district authority'

Judea and Samaria police chief Moshe Pinchi says plan to transfer civilian law enforcement powers from IDF to police requires resources, deploying forces, and placing Judea and Samaria Border Police under the district's authority.

'Largely undoing Oslo Accords'

Details of the plan to transfer authority to police

Arutz Sheva learns plans to shift civil enforcement in Area C to police could require doubling the Judea and Samaria force to about 3,000 officers.

Katz orders major change in Judea and Samaria

Defense Minister Israel Katz orders a plan to shift civilian enforcement in Judea and Samaria from the IDF to police as the military focuses on security.

'Unsettlers' are the problem

Huckabee defends Jews of Judea and Samaria

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee defended Judea and Samaria communities while condemning Israelis involved in the Qusra incident as a harmful minority.

IDF changes course

Lawsuits of up to NIS 100,000 against outpost builders

The State Attorney’s Office and the IDF are advancing a new initiative under which those who establish illegal outposts will be required to bear the costs of their evacuation. Two lawsuits have been filed so far.

IDF:

Security forces dismantle two illegal outposts in Area B

IDF dismantles illegal outposts overnight; 51st Battalion soldiers prepare for security mission in Judea and Samaria.

Gush Etzion:

Dozens of Palestinian Arabs riot, nine arrested

Judea and Samaria District Police arrest nine Palestinian Arabs after dozens attack Jews at Mikneh Avraham Farm.

Four Palestinians face charges over attack on IDF soldier

Prosecutors move toward indictments after four suspects allegedly attacked a soldier near Susya, stole his weapon, and fled the scene.

IDF clashes with activists at new outpost near Qusra

Security forces arrived to evacuate an outpost established days ago as Hilltop Youth activists blocked roads and attempted to delay the operation.

Danon at UN:

'Jewish communities will stay in Judea and Samaria'

Israel’s UN Ambassador defends Jewish presence in Judea and Samaria at the Security Council, calling out anti-Israel bias over “settler violence".

In Judea and Samaria:

Record number of illegal Palestinian structures demolished

New Civil Administration data show record 536 illegal Arab structures demolished in just six months, as Israel steps up enforcement in Area C.

Massive brush fire races toward Gush Etzion farm

Strong winds driving fast-moving wildfire toward farm in Gush Etzion, firefighting aircraft and ground crews battle to halt advance.

The new police desk leading charge against anti-Israel activists

A Judea and Samaria-based special police desk has helped deport 47 foreign activists and block 130 others from entering Israel amid a crackdown on BDS activity.

Former ISA chief rejects both Palestinian state and annexation

Yoram Cohen, a candidate in Gadi Eisenkot’s party, says Palestinian autonomy could be the maximum option while opposing full annexation of Judea and Samaria.

Drama in Samaria town

Sirens warn of suspected terrorist infiltration after suspicious vehicle breaks through Ofarim town fence.

Explosive drones: The new terror threat Israel is racing to stop

New report says Israel's defense establishment increasingly worried terrorists could launch explosive drones from Israeli cities.