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.

Israeli Official Slams Indyk's 'Hypocrisy'

Senior Israeli official accuses mediator Martin Indyk of “hypocrisy” in the wake of his comments blaming Israeli for torpedoing peace talks.

US Law to Ban Discrimination Against Companies in Judea-Samaria

Republican lawmaker submits bill which would ban the US gov't from funding international projects which boycott Judea and Samaria.

The Media is Uninterested in 'Routine Terrorism'

Avi Naim, head of the Beit Aryeh Council, describes a weekly provocation by Arabs that is ignored by mainstream media.

Yesha Leaders to Netanyahu: You're Harming Our Future

Heads of Judea and Samaria communities write Netanyahu that he has hurt the region more than any leftist government.

MKs Fume as Lapid Pulls Funds for Judea and Samaria

Yo-yo budgeting? FM pulls Housing Ministry funding, causing Jewish Home MK to rail against Finance 'circus.'

Yesha Officials Call on PM to 'Stop Punishing Judea and Samaria'

Yesha Council officials say they wish Peace Now building report was true, claim PM is 'punishing' Jewish communities for PA-Hamas pact.

Palestinian Arab Buildings On IDF Firing Range Demolished

Illegal buildings east of Shechem demolished, just hours after construction freeze rumors surface.

Netanyahu Blocking New Construction, Say Judea & Samaria Mayors

PM cancels building tender hearing Tuesday, prompting frustrated mayors to accuse him of folding to US pressure.

Hundreds of Thousands of Israelis Visit Judea and Samaria

Myriad tourists visit the region during Chol Hamoed Passover, on over 100 tours with tour group Mishkefet.

'Free Murderers So Enemies Will Agree to Talk to Us?'

Chairman of Bnei Akiva notes that deal to free more terrorists, enact building freeze, 'would hurt our people the most.'

'There Has Never Been a Palestinian State - That's a Lie'

In an animated CNN interview, Jewish Home head Naftali Bennett reiterates his calls for a 'new approach', rejects 'two-state solution'.

Livni Calls Bennett 'Defiant Child' Over Annexation Letter

Justice Minister makes sarcastic comments over bid to annex Judea-Samaria: 'Let's just make Yitzhar boys rulers of Israel.'

Time for 'Plan B'?

Bennett Calls on Government to Annex 'Settlement Blocs'

Minister drafts letter to Netanyahu demanding sovereignty over settlement blocs, after PA scuppers negotiations.

Two New Arrests Amid Clashes in Yitzhar

Stone-throwing between security forces, extremists in Yitzhar overnight; more suspects arrested.

Feiglin Slams Former MK Kahlon's Remarks, Blames 'Far Left'

Feiglin criticizes former Likud MK Kahlon for attacking Likud's 'extreme right,' says far left's 'industry of peace' takes 10% of budget.

IDF Outpost Destroyed in Yitzhar

Extremist youths vandalize IDF outpost, but ensure IDF soldiers are unhurt; unit shocked.

Yitzhar Clashes

Defense Minister Calls for Order After Yitzhar Rioting

Ya'alon emphasizes the need to stop 'violent elements' in Yitzhar, stresses that minority does not represent majority in Judea-Samaria.

MK Slams 'Collective Punishment' in Yitzhar Demolitions

'Price tag' vandalism does not justify punishment against an entire community, MK Orit Struk says.

Mesika: Leftist Hypocrites Blame Right for Poverty

Leftist politicians are being very cynical and dishonest by blaming poverty in Israel on 'the settlers,' said Gershon Mesika.

Funding Frozen to Ministry of Housing Projects

Hundreds of millions of shekels in money for new construction delayed transfer after MK Elazar Stern complains.

Minister Calls to End Talks Until UN Bids Pulled

Housing Minister Uri Ariel declares talks should end until the move retracted, slams Livni for blaming others over failure.

Hearing Reveals PA Building 'Facts on the Ground'

MK slams PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas over allowing illegal Arab building on Jewish land in Judea and Samaria.

MKs Urged to Establish Sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

'Now is the time to present to the world the ethical, Zionist, realistic alternative to the two-state solution,' letter to MKs reads.

Rock-Throwing and Car-Chases in North Jerusalem

Dramatic car chase as would-be victim gives chase after coming under attack. But are local authorities shirking responsibility?

Judea Samaria Council Slams 'US Bribery, Arab Blackmail'

Yesha Council denounces US proposal to release Pollard in exchange for hundreds of terrorists and partial building freeze.

'Get Me the Votes and I'll Annex Judea and Samaria'

Economics Minister says he needs 40 Knesset seats to annex Judea-Samaria; 'We're not going to disappear to satisfy their desires'.