Judea and Samaria

Yehuda Glick Running for Symbolic Position in Likud

Activist Yehuda Glick announces he will run for Likud's representative in Judea and Samaria, a move he called 'only symbolic'.

IDF on High Alert Ahead of Abu Ein Funeral

IDF will send reinforcements to Judea and Samaria, in anticipation of riots during the funeral of Ziad Abu Ein.

Lapid Campaigns 'At the Expense of Judea and Samaria'

MKs charge Lapid with demonizing region's residents as he did hareidim last elections, transfer of millions to radical Islamic councils.

Watch: MK Danny Danon Responds to 'Election Bribery' Claim

Likud leadership candidate hits back at 'leftist' Yesh Atid over Judea-Samaria funds; 'extreme left led by Livni and Herzog.'

State Breaks Freeze on Funds for Judea-Samaria; Yesh Atid Livid

Finance Committee, unburdened by Lapid, transfers overdue funds to Judea-Samaria regional councils; Yesh Atid labels it 'bribery.'

IsraFood Embraces Judea and Samaria Products

Despite BDS moves, trade show features products from Judea and Samaria to high visitor acclaim.

Islamic Jihad: We Prefer to Attack from 'West Bank'

Senior terrorist explains that terror from Gaza is a problem because of temporary ceasefire with Israel, Judea Samaria better launchpad.

Disgruntled Jewish Home Forum Demands Action on Building Freeze

Jewish Home members in Judea, Samaria shocked as party continues to sit in government as regional development collapses.

ISIS Terrorist Arrested in Judea and Samaria

Israeli security forces arrest 12 wanted men overnight in Judea and Samaria. IDF also arrests two infiltrators near Gaza border.

Discrimination Against Kinderlach Band in Germany

German event managers for Sheba fundraiser ask boy band not to perform because members live in Judea and Samaria. Creative solution found.

Hamas Leader: We Plan to Carry Out Terror from Judea and Samaria

Senior Hamas leader Mahmoud Al-Zahar says the movement will use any means available to terrorize Israelis.

Mayor of Efrat: 'Additional Forces Not the Answer'

Tension and violence occurring throughout all of Israel. Mayor Revivi: Security will only be achieved when incitement is stopped.

IDF Central Command Head Says Unrest Will Get Worse

In meeting with Judea-Samaria community leaders, General Nitzan Alon warns things will get worse before they get better.

Regev: Don't Let in Palestinian Workers if Terror Continues

MK Miri Regev welcomes PM's crackdown on terrorism.

Neve Tzuf Man Complains of 'Geographical Discrimination'

A resident of the town of Neve Tzuf in the Binyamin region complained that an Israeli appliance chain refused to provide promised service.

Leftists Livid: 44 Critical Roads Slated for Judea-Samaria

Is the 'covert' building freeze due to be torpedoed entirely? Half of long-standing plan for new roads approved as leftists fume.

Gaza Allowed to Sell Produce in Judea and Samaria

Ten tons of cucumbers and tons of fresh fish allowed into markets of PA-controlled areas in latest 'gesture.'

Major Upgrade to Judea-Samaria Public Transport

18 bus lines added to the region as impractical bus system is overhauled; Ministry of Transport cites security considerations.

Two Arabs Nabbed Right Before Light Rail Ambush

Rioters in Jerusalem try to attack light rail with rocks, get arrested following a foot chase by police and Border Patrol.

Labor Laws Set to be Applied in Judea and Samaria

The government will consider a proposal to expand Israeli labor laws to Judea and Samaria, apply to both Israelis and PA Arabs.

Lapid Withholds Funding to Judea and Samaria

Finance Minister refuses PM's order to transfer funds for infrastructure in Judea-Samaria: 'Money should go to Kiryat Shmona, not Yitzhar.'

Arutz Sheva exclusive

Knesset Speaker: 'American Critics Are Out of Touch'

Jewish neighborhoods in Jerusalem are not up for grabs, says Edelstein, calling to 'end discrimination against Judea and Samaria.'

Leftists Outraged at Netanyahu's New Construction Plan

"Netanyahu is working for the settlers", says Meretz chairwoman amid reports that Netanyahu will approve new homes in Judea and Samaria.

Jordan: 'Settlement' Construction Endangers Peace Agreement

Jordanian ambassador says that continued Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria would jeopardize peace agreement.

Terrorists Infiltrate Beit El, Hurl Firebombs and Escape

We heard an explosion outside the house and then saw the balcony and window on fire,' says resident Avi Zarbiv.

Is Israel Moving Closer to Full Sovereignty in Judea-Samaria?

MKs Orit Struk and Yariv Levin explain how ten proposed laws could pave the way to success in the Jewish struggle for Judea and Samaria.

Protests North of Jerusalem Over Security Cuts

Demonstrators in Binyamin town of Dolev demand IDF and police do more, after a series of infiltrations from nearby Palestinian communities.

Attempting to Solve Hitchhiking Problem in Judea and Samaria

Special think tank established by the Ministry of Education to begin arranging transportation for thousands of yeshiva students.

Against the odds

Judea-Samaria Population Growth Double Israeli National Average

Two percent growth in first half of 2014 occured despite unprecedented freeze in building by Israeli government.

Ariel Residents Warn of Danger Presented by PA Workers

Residents of Ariel protest over the danger presented by Arab workers who used the public buses for Jews living in Samaria.

Deputy Minister: We'll Continue to Build in Our Land

Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis criticizes EU and U.S. for condemning Israel's designation of areas in Gush Etzion as state land.

Silent construction freeze

Judea Samaria Leaders Slam Netanyahu's 'Systematic' Freeze

Regional heads vow a large public campaign if PM doesn't stop de facto building freeze, nipping in the bud all local development.

U.S. Condemns 'Expropriation' in Gush Etzion

Washington says Israel's decision to assign land in Gush Etzion as state land is “counterproductive”.

4,000 Dunams in Judea and Samaria to Become State Land

Government announces process that will enable development of Israel's biblical heartland; meanwhile previous promises still unfulfilled.

Iran Arming Terrorists in Judea and Samaria

Iranian military leaders boast of sending weapons to terrorists in Judea and Samaria to ensure “the annihilation of the Zionist regime.”

Israeli Industry Leader Urges Europe not to Boycott

Manufacturers' Association of Israel head writes to European counterparts, warns proposed boycott will hurt local Arab workers too.

Mashaal Threatens Terror Attacks in Judea and Samaria

Hamas leader declares that his group will not only continue attacking Israel from Gaza, but will also launch attacks from Judea and Samaria.

Garbage Smuggling to Judea/Samaria – Down 90%

Government's new "David Unit" succeeds beyond expectations; Judea-Samaria no longer the country's trash bin.

Israel to Stop Exports of 'Settlement Products' to EU

Israel will end its export of poultry and dairy produce from communities beyond the Green Line, in line with EU directives.

Reservists in Judea-Samaria Prepare for Long-Term Deployment

Motivation is very high for reservists called up to replace elite units in Judea-Samaria, officer says - thanks to public support.

Elkin: There is No Escaping Annexation

MK Ze’ev Elkin responds to INSS head who calls for another disengagement, says annexation is the answer.

PA: Judea and Samaria's Natural Resources Belong to 'Palestine'

PA minister says any natural resources in Judea and Samaria belong to "the State of Palestine".

Cabinet to Give Judea and Samaria Additional Budget

Cabinet will vote Sunday to approve $1.5 million additional budget for governing bodies in region, in light of kidnapping last week.

Crackdown on Hamas

'Important' Terror Suspects Captured in IDF Samaria Operation

IDF reveals key arrests made in Shechem, large weapons caches and laboratories seized in operation to locate teens.

Solution to transport problem?

Israel to Provide Funding for Transport in Judea-Samaria

Following hitchhiking-related abduction, PM announces 4 million shekel budget for school shuttles for students in Judea and Samaria.

Judea-Samaria Residents Thanked for Support in Kidnap Search

Maj. Gen. Alon updates Judea-Samaria mayors on search, praises locals for outpouring of active support in search for kidnapped students.

Yesh Atid Minister Challenges Party Leader over 'Greater Israel'

In the debate between right and left, there is room for both social activism and love of the Land of Israel, says Yesh Atid's Shai Piron.

Bill: Ban Hiring Discrimination Against Judea-Samaria Residents

Initiative to prevent employers from discriminating against Judea-Samaria residents passes preliminary reading.

Former Yesha Leader Proposes Radical Alternative Peace Plan

Former Yesha Council head and veteran activist Dani Dayan releases detailed plan as an alternative to 'illusionary' two-state initiatives.

Turkey Condemns Israeli Construction Plans

Turkey joins those condemning new Israeli construction, says it "violates international law."

Israel Unfreezes 1,800 New Judea and Samaria Homes

Hours after tenders on 1,500 new homes announced, previously frozen plans unblocked in latest response to PLO unity government.

US Ambassador Condemns Construction Announcement

Washington opposes construction as a matter of principle, Shapiro claims - as well as negotiating with Hamas.

Israel to Build 1,500 New Homes in Jerusalem, Yesha Towns

Many more homes will follow in the wake of the ones to be built, said Housing Minister Uri Ariel.

Baker: Govt. Should Act Now on Sovereignty

International lawmaker Alan Baker believes that the time has come to change Judea and Samaria's status.

Activist: Yaalon Behind Harassment in Outposts

Moshe Yaalon has turned out to be a major disappointment for residents of Judea and Samaria, said the head of Kommemiyut.

Ya'alon: Without 'Settlements', There's No Security

Defense Minister visits Binyamin, emphasizes that the settlement enterprise in Judea and Samaria is crucial to Israel’s security.

Livni: Bennett's 'Unilateral Moves' Will Not Happen

Justice Minister declares that Bennett's plan to annex Area C will never happen so long as she is a member of the government.

'Peace Run' Dealt a Blow After PA Insists: No Jews Allowed

Unique event to 'inspire coexistence' undermined by Palestinian Authority's objection to the presence of Jews.

IDF Arrests Thirteen Terrorists Overnight

Palestinian Arabs wanted for 'illegal activity' apprehended across Judea and Samaria.

Feiglin Outlines Five-Step 'Jewish Sovereignty' Plan

Watch MK explain plan to have Jewish identity triumph Israeli identity, annex Judea and Samaria, and encourage Arabs to leave.