Judea and Samaria

In attempt to curb virus spread, PA bans entry to Jewish areas

PA takes drastic steps to curve virus spread including forbidding workers from entering pre-'67 Israel,Jewish communities in Judea, Samaria.

Govt. takes action against illegal takeover of Yesha land

Settlement Affairs Minister Tzachi Hanegbi announces new vehicle, drone patrols to monitor for illegal activity in Area C.

The struggle for Israel isn’t over yet

The organization that saves the farmers from risk of closure has launched a crowd-funding campaign.

Judea & Samaria Jewish population on the rise

Judea and Samaria Jewish Population Stats Report is currently in the stage of production, to be released in January

New construction in Judea and Samaria before Biden takes office?

Civil Administration reportedly planning to approve new construction in Judea and Samaria in the next two weeks.

Min. Biton: No to regulating all Young Settlements

Blue and White Minister tells Peace Now only communities not built on private land should be regulated.

180,000 illegal Arab housing units authorized in last 2 years

Meanwhile, tens of thousands of Jews in Judea and Samaria lack basic infrastructure.

IDF reinforcing troops in Judea and Samaria

IDF prepares for escalation in Judea and Samaria following deadly terror attack and car chase.

73% of center, Blue & White voters support regulating settlement

Ahead of Knesset vote, majority of centrists believe it immoral for State to encourage settlement without providing infrastructure.

This Hanukkah, the Jews return to Judea and Samaria

The Jews had sovereignty or partial-sovereignty over Judea and Samaria for over 1600 years and are thus the indigenous inhabitants. Op-ed.

Kiryat Arba: Dozens of new homes authorized

Construction of new road linking Kiryat Arba-Hebron to Jerusalem creating huge demand for housing.

Amnesty says Airbnb acting in bad faith on 'settlements'

Amnesty International claims Airbnb is acting in bad faith by failing to inform investors of its activities in Judea and Samaria.

Bahrain will not import products from Judea and Samaria

Bahrain will not allow imports of goods from Israeli settlements, contrary to statements by Bahrain's Economy Minister last week.

Meir Porush: Normalize status of communities over 'Green Line'

Dep. Education Minister appeals to government to "utilize remaining window of opportunity during waning days of Trump administration."

Sovereignty Youth:

'Don't let Judea and Samaria be erased from map of Israel'

Sovereignty Youth calls on Education Minister not to allow maps that remove Judea and Samaria from map of Israel in educational material.

PA: US is recognizing Israel's annexation of illegal settlements

PA “foreign minister” blasts Pompeo’s announcement that products manufactured in Judea and Samaria will be labelled as “made in Israel”.

Judea and Samaria at the heart of the artistic consensus

An art expert talks about her vision to establish a unique museum of works by local artists from Judea and Samaria.

Trump’s core righteousness shines through Pompeo's speech

For no conceivable political gain, post-elections, Trump sent Mike Pompeo, to the Mideast with special tasks.And now Pollard. Op-ed.

Young Israel praises Pompeo for BDS stance

National Council of Young Israel praises Secretary of State after his visit to Israel.

PA opposes US recognition of 'settlement products'

Abbas spokesman says new US move will not legitimize "settlements" which will eventually be dismantled.

Senators: Label Judea and Samaria goods as 'Made in Israel'

Four Republican Senators write to Trump, urge him to allow goods produced in Judea and Samaria to be labelled as “Made in Israel”.

Smotrich: Will lawyers set policy?

National Union leader confronts Defense Minister Adviser for Settlement Affairs over refusal to provide security for 'young' outposts.

PA: Israel destroying the two-state solution

PA "foreign ministry" accuses Israel of thwarting the establishment of a Palestinian state through construction in "settlements".

A tribute to Yankel Plitnick, lover of Judea and Samaria

Yankel Plitnick, 1923-2020, who partnered in establishing Arutz Sheva's offshore broadcasting ship, is part of Arutz Sheva's history. Op-ed.

PA warns against Pompeo visit to Judea and Samaria

PA cabinet leader: Pompeo visit to Judea and Samaria would "legitimizes the settlements".

Report: Pompeo to visit Judea and Samaria

According to Axios, Secretary of State planning to visit Golan Heights as well as Israeli town in Judea and Samaria next week.

Tragedy averted at last minute in community of Asahel

Fuse box providing electricity to entire community caught fire; luckily, it was detected before it could spread.

Plans to authorize Judea and Samaria housing units

Legal basis for authorizing homes built on State-owned land already exists.

The next 72 days

While fighting for re-election, Trump has lifted restrictions on US investment in Israeli research projects in Judea and Samaria. Op-ed.

'The Palestinian Authority is seizing hill after hill'

MK Gideon Sa'ar visited Amichai, one of the only settlements that is still expanding.

Construction freeze in reverse: Waste incinerator only in Judea

Environment Ministry freezes plans for "all incinerators across the country" but plans for waste disposal in Judea to continue.

'All the settlements are illegal'

PA attacks agreement permitting scientific cooperation between Israel and the United States in Judea and Samaria.

US lifts ban on funding of research in Judea, Samaria, Golan

US Ambassador David Friedman signs new research agreement with Israel, paving way for US funding of projects in Judea, Samaria, Golan.

'5400 Building permits? Not even crumbs'

Veteran land of israel activist: Approval of thousands of units is a mockery & further evidence of the construction halt in Judea & Samaria

Legal position bans essential security for outposts

Judea and Samaria representatives say 15-year-old legal paper 'decides we do not deserve security.'

PA to EU: Sanction Israel over Judea and Samaria construction

PA envoy to the EU says sanctions against Israel are necessary since "it has not stopped its settlement activities".

Beit El - Palestinian territory?

Italian citizens in Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria receive election notices stating that they live in 'Palestinian territories.'

Egypt condemns Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria

Egyptian Foreign Ministry says Israeli construction places two-state solution in "grave danger."

PA: Israeli construction could lead to 'apartheid'

PA envoy to the UN condemns approval of new construction in Judea and Samaria, says it "erodes" peace efforts.

Europe slams Israel over Judea and Samaria building plans

UK, Germany, France, Italy, and Spain protest Israel's decision to approve thousands of new housing units in Judea and Samaria 'settlements'

UN envoy condemns Judea and Samaria construction

UN's Middle East envoy Nickolay Mladenov says Israeli construction will "undermine the achievement of the two-state solution".

PA blasts Israeli approval of Judea and Samaria construction

Abbas spokesman says Israeli decision "violates all international legitimacy resolutions".

Israel approves Judea and Samaria homes, ending de facto freeze

2,166 new homes approved in Judea and Samaria, ending an 8-month de facto freeze. First new housing projects approved since Abraham Accords.

Defense establishment suspects arson in Judea and Samaria fires

Fires break out in localities across Israel, causing hundreds to be evacuated from their homes.

Turkey outraged over construction in Judea and Samaria

Turkish Foreign Ministry: Netanyahu's decision to approve new construction in "settlements" proves Israel still planning annexation.

Netanyahu promises 5,400 housing units in Judea and Samaria

PM instructs that extensive construction be approved. About half of the apartments will be in Beitar Illit.

First publication:

PM approves large-scale construction in Judea & Samaria

Prime Minister seeks to convene Supreme Planning Council after Simchat Torah to approve construction of 5,000 housing units.

'Strengthening settlement enhances security - and vice versa'

"The Palestinians are trying to create facts on the ground. We have to stop them, and expand our own communities."

After a six-month freeze, 5,000 housing units authorized

Likud MK admits: We froze construction to curry favor with the United States

'We don't evacuate communities, period'

"The residents of Mitzpe Kramim were sent there by the government, which has an obligation to find a solution for them."

New settlement evacuated - during Shabbat

Maaleh Shai, a new settlement founded in memory of Petah Tikva stabbing victim, evacuated for the third time in less than a week.

I care more about Judea and Samaria than the Arab Emirates

Israel does not exist because the Arabs agree to recognize it, but in spite of the Arabs and Islam. Op-ed.

Gantz reveals: Cabinet never discussed Judea/Samaria sovereignty

Briefing MKs, defense minister indicates it's up to Netanyahu to advance approval of move.

'Annexation of land' in Judea and Samaria by Israel is a myth

The Jewish People have the absolute historic legal right to this disputed land. Opinion.

Green light on Judea and Samaria is key to Trump’s re-election

For many US Jews, the choice they never thought they would have to make has arrived. Op-ed.

The difference in sanctity West and East of the Jordan River

The mitzva of settling Eretz Yisrael is fulfilled on the east bank as well as the west bank of the Jordan but there is another difference.

'Sharon clearly planned another Judea and Samaria withdrawal'

Dennis Ross confirms that after disengagement, late Prime Minister, along with Tzipi Livni, pushed security and legal framework for move.

EU urges UNSC video teleconference on 'situation' in Middle East

EU delegation to UN head Olof Skoog seeks to solve Middle East conflict by video teleconference.

'Disgrace and outrage'

Arabs attack Jews in Samaria; Jews placed under arrest

About 100 Arabs attack Jewish farmers who respond by firing at rioters and are then arrested two weeks after incident.

European ministers seek ways to block Judea/Samaria sovereignty

11 politicians send joint letter to EU foreign policy head saying Israel could be 'deterred' from acting,