Judea and Samaria

Rivlin: Adopt Levy Report, Don't Publicly Announce It

Israel should adopt the Levy Report but it does not need to publicly announce that it is doing so, says Knesset Speaker Reuven Rivlin.

Judea and Samaria Residents Reject Lapid Speech

Residents of Judea and Samaria slam Lapid's plan to keep ‘settlement blocs’ while evicting smaller communities.

Edelstein: Adopt Levy Report, Despite Election Season

The fact that elections are on the way does not mean that the government should not discuss the Levy Report, says Minister Edelstein.

Fatah Uncovers Hamas Archive

The preventive security force uncovered “a stash of documents, computers, CDs and ammunition belonging to the Al-Qassam Brigades..."

Report: Barak, Abbas Spoke About Unilateral Withdrawal

Report: Abbas secretly met with Barak, who presented his proposal for a unilateral withdrawal from Judea and Samaria.

Road Terror Rising: Barrage of Rock Attacks in Judea, Binyamin

Israeli drivers in Judea, Samaria and Binyamin are warned to be extra vigilant tonight (Monday): rocks are flying on the roads.

The End of the PA?

A joint lecture at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy concludes the PA is troubled and Hamas in Gaza is as strong as ever.

Police Admit Most 'Price Tag' Vandals Not from Yesha

Judea and Samaria Police Chief admits most of the ‘price tag’ attacks are not being carried out by Jewish youth from Judea and Samaria.

Confirmed: Bibi Shelving Pro-Settlement Report

Sources say Netanyahu is burying the pro-settlement Levy report for ‘diplomatic reasons.’ US elections may be a factor.

Lieberman's Office: He Did Not Accept Barak's Plan

Foreign Ministry denies a report that Lieberman has not ruled out a unilateral Israeli withdrawal from much of Judea and Samaria.

IDF Imposes Closure on PA Areas During Yom Kippur

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz decides on a general closure of PA-assigned areas during Yom Kippur.

Knesset Members in Binyamin: Adopt the Levy Report

Land of Israel lobby tours Binyamin, calls on the government to adopt the Levy Report which concluded that there is no “occupation”.

Binyamin Region Official Calls to Annex Judea, Samaria

The deputy chairman of the Binyamin Regional Council, Motti Yogev, has called on the government to annex Judea and Samaria.

Livnat: End ‘Cultural Freeze’ in Judea, Samaria

‘Tel Aviv is set, it’s time to worry about Judea and Samaria,’ Culture Minister says as Samaria celebrates new Bible-era historic site.

Experts: Ariel Set for More Growth, Thanks to its University

Ariel is a great place to invest, real estate experts say.

Political No More: Buying in Judea and Samaria Goes Mainstream

Today, buying a home in Judea and Samaria is a matter of money, not ideology

IDF Soldier Wounded in PA Arab Rock Attack

Palestinian Authority Arabs have been attacking IDF soldiers in Judea and Samaria Monday, beginning from the early morning hours.

Nitzan Appointment ‘Shows Likud is Afraid to Lead,’ Atty Says

Govt. ignores concerns over Shai Nitzan’s history of discrimination, appoints him as deputy attorney general.

Traffic Terror on the Roads of Samaria

Palestinian Authority terrorists aimed at Israeli motorists Monday evening on the roads of Samaria.

Defense Ministry Seeks 'Volunteers' to Help with Evictions

As the eviction of Migron comes closer, an e-mail sent to department heads at the Defense Ministry reveals planned massive evictions.

Dayan Not Bothered by J Street Campaign Against Him

Recent publicity given to Yesha Council Chairman Danny Dayan by the New York Times has angered J Street, but Dayan takes it in stride.

Israel Summons S. African Ambassador Over Labeling Outrage

Israel's Foreign Ministry has summoned South Africa's ambassador over a decision to require special labels for Judea and Samaria goods.

Israel Outraged as South Africa Decides to Label Yesha Products

Israel slams South Africa after it announces that products made in Judea and Samaria will not be labeled as products of Israel.

Victims of Arab Terror Fight Disney Divestiture of Israeli Ahava

The Victims of Arab Terror organization (VAT) has launched a “Fight Back” campaign against Disney's divestiture of Israeli Ahava products.

New York State Senator Tours Samaria

Samaria hosted David Storobin (R), New York State Senator, who toured the region and could not hide the fact that he was deeply impressed.

Church Regrets Asking Arabs to Recognize Israel as Jewish State

The United Church of Canada (UCC) has voted to boycott products exported by Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria.

New York Times Profiles ‘Pragmatic’ Judea, Samaria Leader

The New York Times profiles ‘leader of Israel’s settler movement’ Danny Dayan.

Arabs' Latest Crybaby Video: Arrest in Hevron

Videos show soldiers arresting an Arab troublemaker in Hevron; no unnecessary violence is seen.

EU: City of Modiin Not Part of Israel

The European Union decides that the city of Modiin, home to 80,000, was built on ‘no-man’s land’ and is not part of Israel.

Hundreds Visit Shomron in Summer Tourism Festival

Hundreds of Israelis from all over the country visit Samaria as part of the Shomron Summer Festival currently taking place.

'Settlers' the Most Active Reservists in Israel, Data Show

34 percent of reservists are Israeli residents of Judea and Samaria , according to data published by the IDF.

Far-Left American Activist Visits Shomron

A long-time Jewish American far-left activist visits Samaria. ‘I’m impressed with some of the positive steps that have been made.’

Beit El Gets New Land

The town of Beit El has new land added to its territory as part of the deal for the peaceful demolition of homes a month earlier.

Dayan's NYT Op-Ed: Settlements Are the Solution, Not Problem

Judea and Samaria Communities Council head Danny Dayan writes this week in a op-ed for the NYT that a 2-state “solution” is no solution.

Arab Mob Ambushes Jews Praying in Samaria

An Arab mob ambushed and severely beat Jews praying in a field in Samaria Wednesday before they left as soldiers shot in the air.

Shomron Regional Council 'Honors' Leading Leftists

Shomron Regional Council lauds leftists for helping to legalize communities - by court petitions meant to destroy them.

IDF Soldiers Wounded in Hevron Rock Attack

Two IDF soldiers were wounded Monday in a Palestinian Authority Arab rock-throwing terror attack.

Two Months Later, Arabs' Illegal Entry Through Buses Continues

Attorney Baruch Elgrabli warns about the ongoing infiltration of PA Arabs to and from Samaria, which is done simply by boarding buses.

From NY to Elon Moreh; From Pen Pals to Friends

Jewish teenagers from NY met with their Israeli counterparts living in Elon Moreh, as part of Israel Connect’s ‘school twinning’ program.

Conference: No Barriers to Annexation

Hundreds at the Hevron Conference, where experts explain that there are no real barriers to annexation of Judea and Samaria.

Israel to Annex Judea and Samaria?

Ministers, MKs to call for applying Israeli law on Judea and Samaria at a conference in Hevron.

Rabbis in Fiery Letter to Peres: You Should Apologize

Pikuach Nefesh organization sends Peres a letter over his remarks that Jewish settlement threatens Israel’s Jewish majority.

British Legal Professor Fuels Boycott Movement

A British law professor gives a shot in the arm to the European anti-Israel boycott movement's “right” to ban trade from “settlements.

UNRHC Appoints Officials for 'Settlement Mission'

UNHRC appoints officials to conduct a fact-finding mission on 'Israeli settlements.' Israel: the mission is flawed and biased.

Fatah Upset Over Plans to Finish Security Barrier

One day after the IDF informed Israel's high court it would resume building the Judea and Samaria security barrier, Fatah is on the warpath

Mt. Gerizim Archaeological Site Reopens After 12 Years

12 years after being closed because of the Oslo War, the archaeological site on Mount Gerizim reopened in a special ceremony.

UN 'Human Rights' Official Attacks Israeli 'Apartheid' Policy

Richard Falk says the peace process is a trick, claims Israel's treatment of PA Arabs in Judea and Samaria is apartheid.

Hamas Concerned Over Unilateral Israeli Disengagement

Hamas concerned over the possibility that Israel will unilaterally withdraw from Judea and Samaria, isolating Jerusalem.

Weizmann Institute Head Warns of Boycott Against Ariel

Head of Weizmann Institute said he will boycott the Ariel University Center of Samaria if it is granted full university status.

An Inside Look at the IDF Border Crossing Unit

Arutz Sheva accompanied the Taoz Battalion of the Military Police, which provides security at 32 crossings in Judea and Samaria.

BBC Official Admits Network 'Got it Wrong' on Fogel Murders

The BBC “got it wrong” in its reporting of the massacre of the Fogel family, the network admitted.

Samaria Salutes Youth Leaders

Samaria leaders turn out to salute youth leaders. The future looks good, activists say.

Efrat Reunion in Officers’ Training Course

Three young men from one Judea town complete grueling officers’ course. ‘There are a lot of officers in Efrat,’ they say.

New Homes in the Shomron - 100% Jewish Labor

Arutz Sheva visits two neighborhoods currently under construction in Kedumim. 60 new families will join the community in a few months.

Judea and Samaria Leaders Learn about Advocacy and Media

The Yesha Council's advocacy department holds the 2012 Yesha Conference for Advocacy and Communications.

Yesha Council Chair: Situation of Settlements is Great

Yesha Council Chairman Danny Dayan explains why he has asked the body's plenum to vote on its confidence in his leadership.

Jewish Trucker Ends Arab Carjack Terror in Hevron Hills

A Jewish trucker ended the lives of two Palestinian Authority Arabs who attempted to kidnap him and steal his vehicle on Sunday in Judea.

Yesha Council Leader Wants Urgent Confidence Vote

Chairman of settler leadership body says if his moderate ways are not wanted, he will go. Beit El demolitions in the background.

Poll: More Israelis Support Settlement Enterprise

64% of Israelis support settlements in Judea and Samaria. Israelis gradually moving to the right.

Shalom: Barak's Disengagement Suggestion 'Foolish'

Vice PM Silvan Shalom visits Toronto, criticizes Barak's suggestion for a unilateral disengagement from Judea and Samaria.