Judea and Samaria

NJ Governor Apologizes Over 'Occupied Territories' Remark

Chris Christie apologizes to billionaire Sheldon Adelson after erroneously referring to Judea and Samaria as “occupied territories”.

Left-Wing MKs Angered Over Government Funds to Judea-Samaria

Leftist MKs up in arms, accuse Finance Committee of 'lacking transparency', over allocations to Judea and Samaria.

UN Blames Israel for Problems in Judea, Samaria and Gaza

UN's Human Rights High Commissioner says that "settlements" and "attacks by settlers" are a "major source" of trouble in the region.

MK Struk Decries 'State of Chaos' in Judea and Samaria

When it comes to building and environment laws, Judea and Samaria is really the 'wild west,' MKs discovered Monday.

Erekat: Israel Systemically Makes Effort to Spoil Talks

Chief PA negotiator accuses Israel of taking “actions against the Palestinian people” that indicate that it has “chosen settlers.”

Labor MK: Government Investing 'Too Much' in Judea and Samaria

MK Stav Shafir attacks the government, claims it secretly transferred millions to Judea and Samaria at the expense of other areas in Israel.

UN's Falk Accuses Israel of Ethnic Cleansing

Richard Falk, the UN’s “human rights expert”, accuses Israel of a campaign of ethnic cleansing and apartheid policies against Arabs.

PA: 'Settlements' Caused the Talks to Fail

A spokesman for PA Chairman Abbas claims that Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria had caused peace talks to reach an impasse.

2,000 New Judea & Samaria Housing Units Announced

IDF Civil Authority spokesman reveals Defense Ministry advanced plans for six communities.

PA Wants to Drill for Oil in Judea and Samaria

PA announces tender for oil exploration, ignores the fact that the exploration area is in a region under Israeli control.

Yaalon Says Abbas 'Not a Partner for Peace'

Defense minister argues Israel must keep Judea and Samaria, otherwise Hamas will rise in region to replace Abbas.

Ariel: No Jew Will be Uprooted from Judea and Samaria

Housing Minister responds to Netanyahu's comments that not all communities in Judea and Samaria will be part of Israel in a peace agreement.

Danon to Netanyahu: Likud Builds, it Does Not Destroy

Deputy Defense Minister responds to PM Netanyahu, who said that not all communities in Judea and Samaria will be part of a peace deal.

Netanyahu: Not All Settlements Will be Part of an Agreement

PM Netanyahu rejects agreement that does not provide security to all Israelis.

Netanyahu Admits He Lost Control of Likud

Sources close to Netanyahu reveal he acknowledged ignoring Likud over last two years, pledged to reconnect and 'fix the mistakes.'

Ha'etzni: PM Preparing a Bitter Surprise for Israelis

Things have been too calm on the diplomatic front, worries Elyakim Ha'etzni, and that's a bad sign.

Home Front Command: 'Samaria is Key to Keeping Israelis Safe'

Ministers and regional officials dedicate evacuation shelter in Samaria as part of long-term plan to use area as 'safe haven' for Israelis.

'Disengagement' Planner Reveals PR Campaign

Eyal Arad speaks at Ariel University conference, warns lesson that Israeli public flocks behind strong leader must be learned.

Shabak Reveals Hamas 'Inflaming' Temple Mount

Senior security official reveals terror group trying to stir up violence on Temple Mount, to fan chaos in Judea and Samaria.

'Stand Firm in the US'

Leaders in Judea, Samaria send a message to Netanyahu, ahead of his visit to Washington: 'Go forth and save the nation and the land.'

Call on Ya'alon: Help Sagi Come Home

Reservists who serve in the same unit as Sagi Kaisler, whose Samaria home was destroyed, send a letter to Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon.

U.S. Congressmen in Samaria: Israel is an Important Friend

Senator Bill Johnson and Congressman David McKinley visit Judea and Samaria, affirm their country's friendship with Israel.

Israel Guilty of 'Apartheid', Says Falk in Final Report

In his final report to the UN, “human rights expert” Richard Falk accuses Israel of a "systematic oppression of the Palestinian people".

Germany's Foreign Minister: 'Settlements' Are Disruptive

Ahead of visit to Israel, Germany's Foreign Minister says communities in Judea and Samaria are "obstacles to peace."

Gideon Levi: 'I Hope the State Pays for its Settlement Crimes'

Leftist journalist Gideon Levi said that Jews living in Judea and Samaria are “criminals” because “they destroyed the dream of peace.”

Soldiers Catch Arabs with Bombs, Prevent Terror Attack

Alert IDF soldiers catch six pipe bombs in the possession of two Palestinian Arabs in the Shomron.

Kerry: Evictions of Jews May Not be Required

U.S. Secretary of State hints that Jewish residents of Judea and Samaria may not be evicted from their homes in a future peace agreement.

Judea-Samaria Gas Stations Refuse to Serve PA Vehicles

Row over unpaid fuel debts boils over as gas stations throughout Judea and Samaria refuse to serve Palestinian Authority vehicles.

PA and Hamas Guilty of Rampant Human Rights Abuses

New report from Arabs in Judea, Samaria and Gaza reveals systemic abuses and oppression by PA and Hamas governments.

100 Million Shekel Boycott Damage To Jordan Valley

At upcoming agricultural conference, figures will be announced showing astronomical European boycott toll last year.

Arutz Sheva Interview

Former CIA Director: Only the IDF Can Stop Iran

In Arutz Sheva interview, ex-CIA Head says Obama admin. has no military credibility with Iran; weighs in on 'Jews in Palestine' controversy.

Edelstein: There's No Peace Partner, Only Incitement

Knesset Speaker publishes letter of support for planned nationalist march in E1. "We cannot bury our heads in the sand," he says.

Ministers Reject Regev's Annexation Bill

Ministerial Committee for Legislation votes down MK Miri Regev’s bill calling for Israeli sovereignty on Judea and Samaria.

Defense Minister 'Committed a Price Tag'

Activists say destruction of the home of local activist was politically-motivated.

Regev Promises to Submit Bill to Annex Judea and Samaria

MK Miri Regev tells "Mothers' Vigil" that she will bring forward a bill to the Knesset that would have Israel annex Judea and Samaria.

State Department Warns Against Travel to Judea, Samaria and Gaza

The United States encourages Israel to release terrorists, but warns its citizens against traveling to the region due to "violence".

Blast from the Past

Old-School Israeli PR Makes the Case for Judea and Samaria

Slated for destruction, 30-year-old video by IDF Spokesperson's unit offers a glimpse into pre-Oslo days, when security trumped politics.

'Mahmoud Abbas is One of the Most Honest People in the World'

Ron Pundak demands more 'painful compromises,' calls them an 'Israeli interest.' Says PA head should be trusted, is 'straight as a ruler.'

Sarid: The Settlers Aren't My Brothers

Former Education Minister slams Jewish residents of Judea and Samaria, says he fears a "settler state."

MKs: Justice Ministry 'Discussions' A Danger to Democracy

The Justice Ministry often orders activists who have been exiled from their homes in for 'discussions,' a Ministry official said.

Lapid Cuts Off Money to Judea and Samaria

All money transfers to Judea and Samaria stopped after Channel 2 publication claiming compensation money went to Yesha Council 'illegally.'

Does Netanyahu Want 600,000 Gilad Shalits?

Bennett Apologizes to Netanyahu, But Maintains Stance

Jewish Home chairman Naftali Bennett apologizes over any offense to PM, but maintains opposition to abandoning Jews to PA rule.

Arutz Sheva Exclusive

Who's Stoking the Tension Between Netanyahu and Bennett?

Senior coalition figure claims the 'crisis' between the PM and Bennett is being engineered to drive a wedge between the two.

Netanyahu's Ultimatum: Bennett Must 'Apologize or Quit'

Full blown crisis between Netanyahu and Bennett after Jewish Home leader hammered PM's proposal to leave Jews in Judea and Samaria under PA.

Abbas Gives Israel 3 Years to Withdraw from Judea and Samaria

Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas gives Israel deadline to withdraw from Judea, Samaria in event of an interim deal.

Yechimovich: Leaving 'Settlers' Under PA Control Not a Bad Idea

Labor MK reveals she has disussed the idea of leaving Jewish communities under Palestinian state control with Abbas.

Elkin: PMO Responsible for Responding to Rumors

Deputy Minister: rumors of Netanyahu's statements about Jews in a Palestinian State demand a harsh response.

'Likud MKs Critical of Netanyahu Can Leave Govt.'

Source in Netanyahu's office says Likud MKs opposing proposal to put PA over Jews can quit, adds Bennett can leave too.

Bennett's Criticism 'Ruined Netanyahu's Ingenious Plan'

Sources in Netanyahu's office criticize Bennett for opposing proposal to have 'settlers' live under PA, claim it was all a ruse.

Erekat: There Will be No 'Settlers' in 'Palestine'

As expected, PA reacts with outrage to idea that Jewish residents of Judea and Samaria would be allowed to remain in a Palestinian state.

Netanyahu Floats Idea: 'Settlers' to Live under PA Rule

Prime Minister's Office says 'there is no reason for the Palestinian state to be mono-ethnic.' Bennett: No way!

'The Boycott Began In Tel Aviv'

Psagot Winery CEO reveals international boycotts of Israeli products take their cue from leftist groups in Tel Aviv.

Germany: No 'Settlements' in Cooperation Agreements

Germany toughens its stance on "settlements", won't sponsor projects beyond the 1949 Armistice Lines.

Samaria Mixed Buses 'Pressure Cooker About To Blow'

Knesset committee discusses the danger faced by Samaria residents since Arab undocumented workers allowed on buses.

Dani Dayan: 'We Can Overcome Kerry'

Judea & Samaria Council foreign envoy emphasizes unity of Judea and Samaria groups in opposing Kerry's framework plans.

Muslim States Urge Greater International Pressure on Israel

Al-Quds Committee meeting in Morocco ends with calls for pressure on Israel to halt building in Judea and Samaria.

Abbas: Israel Using Talks to Expand 'Settlements'

PA Chairman says peace talks must "not serve as a cover for the expansion of Israeli settlements."

Liberman Calls on EU Envoys to Explain Pro-Palestinian Bias

Following EU call on Israel to explain building in Judea and Samaria, Israel fires back with its own demands for an explanation.

Labor MK: 'Netanyahu Waging War on the World'

MK Nahman Shai slams Prime Minister Friday for protecting Israel's right to build, keep Judea and Samaria.