Judea and Samaria

Itamar's Jewish Shepherds Attacked by Arabs on Givat Arnon

A gang of Arabs wielding clubs and rocks accosted two Jewish shepherds from Itamar, injuring both before IDF forces arrived.

Boycott Lobby Warns S. Africa on ‘Made in Israel’ Label

A South African boycott lobby has accused the government of violating the law by allowing “Made in Israel” on Ahava cosmetics.

Eldad: Destroying Settlements is 'Criminal Folly'

MK Aryeh Eldad told thousands at a rally in Homesh that Israel must amend its laws to ensure the Jewish presence in northern Samaria endures

New Foothold in Binyamin – Or Hadash

A group of young men and women have established a new encampment in Binyamin called Or Hadash – despite border police interference.

Second 'Air Flotilla' to be Stopped

Security officials say foreign anti-Israel activists seeking to attend protests in Yesha this weekend will be denied entry and deported

PA Protests Settlements at Security Council

PA envoy the the United Nations Riyad Mansour has filed a complaint about Israel's 'settlement constuction' ahead of a Quartet meeting.

Mofaz: Give the Palestinians 100% of Yesha

Kadima head Shaul Mofaz says he will give the PA 100% of its territorial demands if he is elected Prime Minister.

IDF Imposes Closure on PA-Controlled Areas

As it goes on high alert for Passover, the IDF imposes a closure on the PA-controlled areas of Judea and Samaria.

Israeli Driver Wounded in Samaria Attack

Israeli driver lightly wounded when Arabs throw objects at his vehicle in the Shomron. Rock and firebomb attacks becoming more common.

Expert: 'Settlements' Are Legal, Look at the UN Documents

Former ambassador Dr. Meir Rosenne: The Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria are legal. International law says this.

PA Arab Gang Riots at Neve Tzuf

A gang of Palestinian Authority Arabs rioted Monday near the entrance of the Samaria (Shomron) Jewish community of Neve Tzuf.

Israel Speaks Out Against 'Hypocrisy of the UNHRC'

Israeli ambassador to UNHRC: UN Human Rights Council “unjustified” and “counterproductive.”

Arab Drive-By Rock Attack on Motorists in Samaria

Arabs terrorists attacked an Israeli motorist Thursday in a drive-by rock attack near the Samaria Arab village of Duma.

New PA Tactic: Economic Takeover of Jewish Areas

The Palestinian Authority adopts a new economic tactic to challenge Israeli authority over Jewish areas in Judea and Samaria

Knesset Says No to Natural Growth in Judea and Samaria

The Knesset votes down a law to allow annual growth of Judea and Samaria towns. Ketzaleh: Likud MKs betraying their voters.

Police Sting Operations Nab Samaria Car Thieves

Following series of carjackings, Samaria police have been nabbing thieves in planned sting operations and ambushes.

Hershkowitz Lone Minister to Back ‘Magen David Adom' Bill

Hershkowitz is the lone Cabinet minister backing a bill requiring the Star of David on Magen David ambulances in Judea and Samaria.

Israel's Junta – IDF Overrules Barak in Sansana

The High Planning Council of the IDF Civil Administration has rejected a plan already approved by Israel's elected leaders.

Yesha Council 'Thanks' Leftist Peace Now

Danny Dayan, the head of the Yesha Council, sent flowers and a thank you card to Peace Now, for 'helping' legalize Shomron communities.

Fogel Family, Remembered and Cherished

Next Wednesday marks one year since the brutal murder of the Fogel family; Beit Midrash in Itamar to be dedicated in their memory.

Video: Rare Visit of EU officials in Samaria

Nationalists scored a diplomatic coup this week a visit to Samaria by an official of the EU, which funds many left-wing pro-Arab groups.

Shomron Regional Council Receives National Education Award

The Shomron Regional Council is this year's winner of the Ministry of Education’s annual National Education Award for local councils.

Police Arrest 2 During Mizpe Avichai 'Rebuilding'

250 activists attempted to rebuild the demolished community of Mitzpe Avichai to show 'displacement' is not an option.

Gush Katif Dinner Commemorates Unilateral Disaster

Wednesday's Gush Katif dinner in Brooklyn, NY, caries the message that the whole Land of Israel belongs to Jewish people.

Jewish Drivers Warn IDF: Protect Us, or We'll Protect Ourselves

Judea, Samaria Jews block Arab drivers after attacks on Jewish women motorists. “If the army won’t protect us we’ll do it ourselves.”

Call for UN Official's Resignation Over 'Anti-Semitic Slur'

UN Special Rapporteur on Adequate Housing Raquel Rolnik called on to resign due to use of term “Judaization".

Scorecard Reveals the ‘Real’ Nationalist Knesset Members

The nationalist Mattot Arim (Group of Cities) group reveals which Knesset Members are true to their parties’ stated Zionist ideology.

Tour Shomron Encourages Israelis to Visit Samaria

Tour Shomron was on hand at the tourism show in Tel Aviv. "Most people are happy to come to visit the Shomron. It's a beautiful region."

Carjacking Attempts on the Rise in Samaria

Several incidents of attempted violent carjackings by PA Arabs on the roads of Samaria underscore the need for security on the roads.

Is the Shin Bet Using Extortion to Recruit New Agents?

Johnathan Drori of Yitzhar says the Shin Bet barred him from Yesha, but offered to rescind the order if he cooperated with them.

IDF Arrests 12 in Ramallah and Hevron Overnight

IDF forces arrested 12 overnight as counter-terror operations in Judea and Samaria continue.

IDF Arrests 2 Hamas Leaders in Samaria

IDF forces entered Tubas in northern Samaria after midnight and arrested two Hamas leaders.

2,000 Visit Samaria for Tu B'Shvat

Over 1,000 Likud members among visitors who planted 1,500 trees near a synagogue that commemorates the Fogel family.

Palestinian Authority Funds Land Grab in Samaria

Palestinian Authority-controlled Shechem is allocating 300 tractors to plow and claim land near Jewish communities in Samaria.

Tu Bishvat Tour to Bring 1,500 to Samaria

Some 1,500 Israelis from around the country are set to plant trees in Samaria on Wednesday, Tu Bishvat.

Yitzhar Invites Shin Bet Chief to Visit

Leaders in Yitzhar blasted GSS chief Yoram Cohen saying he needs to learn about their town first hand instead of relying on hearsay

Netanyahu to UN: No New Construction Freeze in Judea, Samaria

Prime Minister Netanyahu bluntly told UN Sec'y-Gen. Ban Ki-moon on Wednesday there will be no new construction freeze in Judea and Samaria.

PM Appoints Panel to Write Definitive Report on 'Outpost' Status

A panel has been created to examine land ownership in Judea and Samaria and 're-evaluate' the much criticized Sasson Report.

IDF Arrests 5 in Qalqiliya Overnight

For the third time in a month IDF forces entered the Arab village Qalqiliya looking for suspected terrorists; arresting 5.

Report: Bibi Willing to Cede Judea and Samaria

A senior political source claims Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu is willing to uproot most of Yesha in exchange for Obama's backing.

UN Calls 'Occupier' Israel to Stop Demolishing Arab Homes

The United Nations calls on "occupier" Israel to end demolitions of homes belonging to PA Arabs. No mention made of Jewish homes.

Netanyahu Promises to Protect Settlement Enterprise

Amid reports that he will fire ministers who support the Outpost Law, Netanyahu promises Likud activists to protect settlement enterprise.

IDF Arrests Six Terror Suspects in Judea and Samaria

The IDF arrested six terror suspects in Judea and Samaria amid a continued full court press against terror cells in the region.

Barghouti: No Peace Until Israel Leaves Judea and Samaria

Convicted arch-terrorist Marwan Barghouti said there can be no peace with Israel until it cedes all of Judea and Samaria to the PA.

PA Arabs Attack Motorists in Samaria

PA Arab terrorists attacked motorists on the roads of Samaria Monday night with rocks and firebombs, damaging vehicles.

Legal Opinion Allows Some Use of Force against MKs

Soldiers may use force against legislators who enter forbidden military zone or try to interfere with activity.

Christian Clergymen Connect to Judea & Samaria's Biblical Story

Eight senior clergymen from the Anglican Church came for a tour of Judea & Samaria. "We are open-minded. We don't judge before we see."

Barak Condemns 'Price Tag' Vandalism in Deir Istia

Defense Minister Ehud Barak strongly condemned "price tag" vandal attacks carried out early Wednesday at the village of Deir Istia.

PA Arab Rock Attacks Near Shilo

Palestinian Authority Arab terrorists attacked Israeli vehicles Monday, hurling rocks to force drivers to lose control of their cars.

4 Jews Injured in PA Arab Attack on Givat Ronen

PA Arabs attacked Jews in the Givat Ronen neighborhood of Har Bracha on the Sabbath, hurling rocks at residents. Four were injured.

Barred Shomron Youth: Using Restraining Orders is Dictatorship

Tzvi Sukkot, one of 12 Shomron residents who have been barred from their homes, condemns the decision.

Officials Admit Extrajudicial Policy in Judea, Samaria

Justice officials admit they have systemically targeted nationalists with administrative orders when evidence is absent.

Outpost Bill Making a Comeback

A bill to normalize Jewish communities in Yesha may be headed for the plenum despite being killed in committee last week

Video: How to Solve the Israeli-Arab Conflict

Naftali Bennett, Director-General of the Yesha Council, presents his vision for Arab-Israeli co-existence.

Ramat Gilad Reaches Deal with Government

Residents of Ramat Gilad have reached a deal with the government that will prevent demolitions but requires compromise on their location.

Samaria Leaders, Commander Light Peace Candles

Commander whose base was attacked by Jewish youths shares moment of reconciliation with local leadership.

Harley-Davidsons Discover Samaria

More than 130 motorcyclists converged on Samaria Friday, most of them getting their first true view of the Jewish presence.

Attempted Shooting Attack in Shomron

A shotgun wielding terrorist attacked a vehicle at the gates of Maale Shomron in Samaria on Shabbat; miraculously no one was hurt.

US: Direct Dialogue Only Way to Deal with Israel-PA Conflict

The US responded to the United Nations Wednesday that direct dialogue is the only way to resolve conflicts with the Palestinian Authority.

Jews Light Samaria Highway with Menorahs for Festival of Lights

The roads of Samaria will glow this week with the giant public Jewish menorahs used for the Festival of Lights.