Judea and Samaria

Legal Experts to Tell Ashton: Cancel the EU Boycott

Judea and Samaria is not occupied territory, therefore the EU ban on it should be lifted, legal experts tell Catherine Ashton.

PA Arab Arrested Over Firebombings

A Palestinian Authority Arab has been arrested in connection with firebomb attacks on Jews and IDF patrols that wounded four soldiers

Netanyahu and Livni Speak to EU Leaders on Boycott

A boycott of communities located beyond the 1949 Armistice Lines will hurt peace, explain Prime Minister and Justice Minister.

Comptroller Slams Poor Law Enforcement in Judea and Samaria

The relevant parties are not doing their job to properly enforce the law in Judea and Samaria, says State Comptroller in annual report.

Sweden: Don't Be Surprised that EU Supports International Law

Sweden's Foreign Minister rejects Netanyahu’s criticism of EU boycott of Judea and Samaria, eastern Jerusalem, and the Golan Heights.

PM: We Will Not Accept External Dictates on Borders'

Netanyahu says he will not allow Israelis in Judea, Samaria, Golan Heights and Jerusalem to be harmed by EU funding cuts.

'Implement the Levi Report in Response to EU Boycott'

Legal Forum for the Land of Israel calls on gov't to strengthen hold on Judea, Samaria in response to EU pressure; far-left group rejoices

Facebook Inventor Gives a "Like" to Samaria

Jared Morgenstern, the man behind Facebook's "Like" feature, is in Israel to discover his roots and began in the Binyamin region.

Jerusalem Court Orders Transparency of Arab Landowners

Jerusalem court orders state to provide Jewish residents in Judea and Samaria with information on the identities of nearby Arabs landowners.

Arab Road Terrorists Threaten Motorists in Judea

Arab road terrorists threatened Israeli travelers Sunday evening on the southern leg of Highway 60 between Jerusalem and Kiryat Arba.

MKs Call on Govt to Allow Jewish Return to Beit HaMachpela

Lawmakers hail ruling upholding the purchase of Hevron’s Beit HaMachpela apartment building and call for the return of Jews to the site.

EJC: EU Readily Labels 'Settlements', Refuses to Ban Hizbullah

European Jewish Congress blasts EU's move to label goods over 'Green Line' as body refuses to label Hizbullah a terror organization.

Hotovely: Annex Judea and Samaria, Pay Demographic Price

Deputy Transportation Minister says it's time to annex Judea and Samaria, even if it means giving citizenship to local Arabs.

Ariel: We're Not Promoting New Building Plans

Any construction in Judea and Samaria is based on plans that were approved long ago, emphasizes Housing Minister Uri Ariel.

Hotovely: Oslo Failed - Time to Move On

Israel needs to move on from the failed Oslo Accords and apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria, says Deputy Transportation Minister.

Ban: 'Settlements' Undermine Hopes for Peace

UN leader Ban Ki-moon says he is "particularly trouble" by Israel's plans to increase construction in Judea and Samaria.

Yesh Atid MK Slams 'Settlement' and 'Occupation'

MK Ofer Shelah slams the settlement enterprise as an obstacle to peace, attacks “Israeli occupation”.

Gov’t Won’t Repeat ‘Mistake to Announce a Construction Freeze’

Likud Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis says the government won't announce a construction freeze in Jerusalem, Judea or Samaria.

Construction Increases Sharply in Judea and Samaria

Construction in Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria increased sharply during the first three months of 2013.

Strengthening Israel's Legal Status in Judea and Samaria

An international conference that will discuss the legal status of land in Judea and Samaria is underway at Bar Ilan University

Germany Supports EU Plan to Label 'Settlement' Products

Germany has given its support to a plan by the European Union to label products manufactured in Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria.

MK Shaked: Welfare Minister Wrong in Attacking Settlements

Welfare Minister Meir Cohen was completely wrong when he called to demolish “isolated settlements”, says MK Ayelet Shaked (Bayit Yehudi).

Welfare Minister: Dismantle 'Isolated Settlements' Now

Welfare Minister Meir Cohen (Yesh Atid) slams Jewish residents of Judea and Samaria, calls to dismantle “isolated settlements".

Hague: Israel Losing Support in Britain Because of 'Settlements'

British Foreign Secretary blames loss of support in Britain towards Israel on its construction in Judea and Samaria.

Rabbi Mertzbach's Daughter: Allow Soldiers to Protect Themselves

The daughter of Rabbi Dan Mertzbach expects that IDF soldiers in Judea and Samaria be allowed to open fire when in danger.

EU Denies it is Postponing Labelling of 'Settlement' Products

The European Union denies report that it it delaying a decision to label products from Judea, Samaria and eastern Jerusalem.

EU Postpones Plan to Label 'Settlement' Products

Following U.S. intervention, the EU has postponed plans to label products from Judea, Samaria and eastern Jerusalem.

Rabbi Mertzbach's Family: Jewish Blood Will Not be Ignored

The family of Rabbi Dan Mertzbach z”l responds to video which shows him being mistakenly shot dead by an IDF soldier.

Danon: I Will Personally Ensure Jewish Construction

"Anyone who wants to legally promote building plans in Judea and Samaria can come to me," says Deputy Defense Minister.

Carter Calls on EU to Label Products from 'Illegal Settlements'

Former US President Carter has called on EU to “introduce proper labeling of goods produced on illegal Israeli settlements.”

PA's FM: Construction Freeze 'Vital' to Peace Talks

The PA's foreign1 minister, Riyad al-Malki, says that halting Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria is "vital" to resuming peace talks.

PLO 'Not Aware' of New Israeli Construction Freeze

Israel has not notified the PLO of any changes to its policy regarding construction in Judea and Samaria, says negotiator Saeb Erekat.

Danon: I'm Not Aware of Any Construction Freeze

Deputy Defense Minister Danny Danon says he is not aware of any silent freeze on construction in Judea and Samaria.

Danon: We're Determined to Build in Judea and Samaria

Deputy Defense Minister Danny Danon visited the site of the attack in which Evyatar Borovsky was murdered and met his grieving family.

IDF General: Situation is Fragile, but No 'Third Intifada'

Former IDF commander in Judea and Samaria: the security situation remains "fragile" but I don't believe there will be a third intifada.

One Israel Fund: Safeguarding Jewish Lives in Judea, Samaria

President of One Israel Fund tells Arutz Sheva that organization raises money "to safeguard the lives of Jews living in Judea, Samaria."

EU Foreign Ministers Back Labelling of 'Settlement Products'

EU foreign ministers say they will back EU efforts to label products from Judea, Samaria and eastern Jerusalem.

PA: Israel Refused to Release Hunger Striking Terrorist

PA claims that Israel rejected appeals to release a terrorist prisoner on a hunger strike to the PA-assigned areas of Judea and Samaria.

Rock Attacks Are Terror Attacks, Says IDF Division Commander

Outgoing IDF division commander Brig.-Gen. Hagai Mordechai has bluntly labeled rock throwing by Arab attackers to be “terrorist attacks.”

Rioting Arabs Attack Israel Security Forces in Hevron, Elsewhere

Hundreds of Palestinian Authority Arabs rioted around the country as the shrouded body of a dead Hamas terrorist was carried through Hevron.

2 PA Arab Teens Killed in Attack on IDF Post

Two Palestinian Authority Arab teens were killed Wednesday, not one, when a group attacked an Israeli army post in Samaria (Shomron).

Passover Hike to Solomon’s Pools in 'Area A' of Gush Etzion

The Kfar Etzion Field School will introduce Passover tourists to Solomon’s Pools, which supplied water to Jerusalem for nearly 2,000 years.

IDF Imposes Passover Closure on PA Areas

IDF imposes a general closure on PA-assigned areas ahead of the Passover holiday. It will be in effect until Tuesday at 11:59 p.m.

MK Shaked: Judea and Samaria Are Our Iron Dome

MK Ayelet Shaked (Bayit Yehudi) rejected Obama's remarks that "settlement activity is counterproductive to peace."

UN Demands Israel Freeze All Construction in Judea, Samaria

The United Nations has demanded that Israel immediately freeze all construction in Judea, Samaria and significant parts of Jerusalem.

Yishai: An Entire Sector Was Boycotted

The 2013 elections will be remembered as the ones in which an entire sector of society was boycotted, says MK Eli Yishai.

Yishai: Bennett Abandoned Settlement with Lapid Pact

MK Eli Yishai accuses MK Naftali Bennett of abandoning the Jewish settlement enterprise by forming an alliance with Yesh Atid.

Report: Netanyahu Planning New Construction Freeze

PM Netanyahu, upset with residents of Judea & Samaria for not voting Likud, is reportedly planning to impose a new construction freeze.

Shomron Delegation Meets German Lawmakers

A delegation from Samaria went to Berlin to meet with members of the German parliament as part of the fight against delegitimization.

Leaders Fear Livni will Torpedo Levy Report

Livni meets with Judea and Samaria leaders, who fear that as Justice Minister she will torpedo a pro-settlement report.

EU Recommends Boycott Against Israel Presence in Judea, Samaria

The European Union has formally recommended its 27 members “prevent” Israeli activity in Judea and Samaria through an economic boycott.

Hamas Calls to Kidnap IDF Soldiers

Hamas, taking advantage of the rioting in Judea and Samaria, calls on terrorists to kidnap IDF soldiers.

U.S. Urges Israel, PA to Show Restraint

The U.S. urges both Israelis and Arabs to exercise restraint as tensions mount over terrorist's death.

UN Calls for Inquiry into Terrorist's Death

The UN calls for an independent inquiry into the death of a terrorist in Israeli custody, warns that tensions risk an eruption of violence.

IDF: Despite Riots, No Third Intifada on the Way

Despite the ongoing Arab riots in Judea and Samaria, the IDF is not expecting a third intifada, officials say.

Shomron Leader: Netanyahu-Livni Will Hurt Settlement Enterprise

The head of the Shomron Residents’ Committee predicts that Netanyahu and Livni will cause many problems for Judea and Samaria.

Female Drivers Escape Arab Ambush

Jewish women escape PA gang’s carjacking attempts.

Bolder Acts of Agression as Arabs Ambush Jewish Drivers

A Pnei Kedem resident tells his harrowing ordeal of being ambushed by Arabs who ran towards his car with massive stones, smashing windows

Clashes as Arabs Demonstrate in Favor of Hunger Strikers

Dozens wounded as PA Arabs stage solidarity events for terrorist prisoners held by Israel and on hunger strike.

2 Arrested in Ma’ale Rehavam Demolition ‘Solidarity Protest’

Two Jewish protesters were arrested Wednesday in a solidarity demonstration for those expelled from their homes in Ma’ale Rehavam.