Judea and Samaria

MK Succot Warns:

IDF to cut defense forces in Judea and Samaria

MK Succot wrote to Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir to protest what he claimed would be a 30% reduction in IDF forces in the region.

Rubio:

'Knesset sovereignty bill threatens Trump’s Gaza peace plan'

Ahead of Israel visit, Secretary of State warns that Israel’s sovereignty bill, approved in a preliminary reading by the Knesset, endangers Trump’s Gaza peace plan.

MK Moshe Saada:

'Sovereignty? Actions matter more than slogans'

MK Moshe Saada supports applying sovereignty in Judea and Samaria but expresses reservations in an interview with Arutz Sheva about the timing of introducing the bill in the Knesset.

After voting for sovereignty

MK Edelstein removed from Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee

Likud removes MK Yuli Edelstein from committee to punish him for violating PM Netanyahu's directive by voting to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria

Ben-Gvir, Rothman:

Sovereignty in Judea, Samaria consistent with US friendship

Following the Knesset vote on the sovereignty bill, right-wing MKs emphasized that Israel’s independence and the move toward sovereignty strengthen-rather than endanger-ties with the US.

Preliminary reading:

Knesset passes Judea and Samaria sovereignty bill

MK Avi Maoz's bill to apply Israeli sovereignty over Judea and Samaria passed in a preliminary reading with a one-vote majority. Likud MK Yuli Edelstein broke with his party to vote for the bill.

Watch: Terrorist planning attack arrested near Beit El

In widescale counterterrorism operation, Duvdevan reservists arrest suspected terrorist near Beit El.

Right-Wing War:

Noam party proposes sovereignty despite Netanyahu's objections

Noam party chair MK Avi Maoz refused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's request to delay advancing a bill to apply Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Concern in Judea & Samaria over reduction in defense positions

Local officials are warning about the security implications of reducing the number of territorial defense positions in Judea and Samaria due to budgetary considerations.

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir:

'Mission not over, we still have challenges in Judea and Samaria'

The Chief of Staff, Maj. Gen. Eyal Zamir, visited the Central Command, spoke with the brigade commanders, praised the forces and warned of possible developments.

Egged under fire for map reading 'West Bank'

New Egged app labels Judea and Samaria as ‘West Bank’; rights group demands correction.

Shin Bet chief's rebuke: Say 'Judea and Samaria'

During an introductory meeting with Shin Bet coordinators, incoming Shin Bet chief David Zini reprimanded one participant after he used the term “the West Bank.”

Watch: Arabs shoot at Israeli civilians near Evyatar

Residents of Mevaser Shalom in Samaria, are shot at by terrorists while conducting a Friday night security patrol.

Two IDF soldiers injured by explosive device in Samaria

IDF soldiers operating in Tubas area in Samaria suffer moderate injuries after terrorist hurls explosive device at them.

Hamas leader in Judea and Samaria issues threats

Hamas leader in Judea and Samaria assures security prisoners remaining in prison that the organization will do everything to secure their release.

Returning to build in Judea and Samaria

Every time the people of Israel neglected the commandment of settling the Land, they paid heavy prices for it.

Roadside ambush:

Dozens of Arabs attack a family in Binyamin

A family traveling to in the Binyamin region encountered dozens of Arabs who tried to block their car and pelted it with rocks.

Watch:

IDF conducts intense operations in Judea and Samaria

Forces arrest suspects, seize arms and incitement materials, and destroy a pipe bomb in simultaneous operations across Judea and Samaria.

Following security breach:

IDF to beef up security around infiltrated Jewish village

Following a major infiltration in Na’ale by masked burglars, the IDF is reinforcing forces in the area as local and military officials investigate and enhance security systems.

After US pressure

Ireland retreats on Israel sanctions

Ireland is set to soften its sanctions on Israeli “settlements”, limiting them to goods only, after pressure from US multinationals and fears of economic backlash.

Serious security failure in Binyamin Region town

Two years after the October 7 massacre: Masked suspects infiltrate Jewish town of Na'ale on Friday night, no alert sounded.

YESHA Council achievement:

Clause blocking sovereignty removed from Hamas ceasefire deal

Clause blocking sovereignty in Judea and Samaria removed from hostage deal outline after YESHA Council intervention.

Education Minister Yoav Kisch:

'We'll continue despite Haaretz's objections'

An editorial in Haaretz sharply criticized the Ministry of Education's decision to fully fund study tours in Judea and Samaria.

At Rebbe’s gravesite

Council leaders: No to Palestinian state; yes to sovereignty

Yesha Council delegation lands in New York, begins its visit with prayers at the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s gravesite in Queens.

VP Vance:

Trump wants Gaza, West Bank to be ruled by people who live there

Vice President JD Vance said he was optimistic about a deal being reached to end the war.

Olive harvest

Security forces prepare for increased Arab riots

At a special Knesset session, lawmakers and security officials warned the olive harvest in Judea and Samaria is exploited for provocations and violence; IDF, police to boost presence.

New Florida bill: 'Recognizing Judea and Samaria Act'

State Representative Chase Tramont introduced a historic bill in Florida, 'We start with recognition of Judea and Samaria and move on to sovereignty.' Yossi Dagan responded, 'The law is historical justice - sovereignty is victory.'

Mike Johnson

'Judea and Samaria belong to Israel, geopolitical forces at play'

US House Speaker says he sees Judea and Samaria as 'the traditional lands that belong to Israel' after President Trump says he will not allow Israel to annex those territories.

Judea, Samaria leaders head to US:

'Netanyahu must make a historic decision'

An unprecedentedly large emergency delegation departs for New York to meet with Prime Minister Netanyahu ahead of his meeting with President Trump.

Nearly 70 Companies Targeted

UN expands anti-Israel blacklist

The United Nations has expanded its blacklist to 158 firms accused of supporting Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria.

Aryeh Eldad:

Netanyahu doesn't want sovereignty, Trump is his alibi

Former MK Prof. Aryeh Eldad claims Trump was doing Netanyahu a conscious favor when he said he would not allow Israel to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria.

Trump:

'I will not allow Israel to annex Judea and Samaria'

President Trump says he firmly opposes Israeli annexation of Judea and Samaria, expresses hope for hostage release deal after having a "very good" conversation with Netanyahu.

178 Congressional Democrats warn Israel against annexation

Large majority of House Democrats sign letter warning Israel against responding to unilateral recognition of 'Palestine' by applying sovereignty to any part of Judea and Samaria.

Report:

Trump promised to block Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

Politico reported that President Trump told Arab leaders at the UN that Israel will not enact sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Singapore to sanction 'settlers', but won’t recognize 'Palestine'

Singapore says it will sanction Israeli “settler leaders” and says it’s a matter of “when, not if” it recognizes a Palestinian state.

Arkansas Representative:

'This is Judea and Samaria, not the West Bank'

'Israel is fighting a war on seven fronts, but the eighth front is US media, which is crafting out its own story, and it's not pro-Israel,' says Arkansas Representative Mindy McAlindon during her visit to Israel.

Watch:

Rocket launched from the village of Na'ima

Rocket launched from the village of Na'ima in the Ramallah area, traveled a distance of 2 km, as part of a test, without a warhead.

We sow with tears, but we will reap with joy!

Returning and renewing the Jewish presence in Judea, Samaria and Yerushalayim b’simcha with Nachala, The Gush Katif Forum and Ateret Cohanim.

Escalation in Judea and Samaria:

Dozens of rockets found in Ramallah, terror cell arrested

Security forces conduct Ramallah-area raid, arresting terror cell which produced rockets intended for use against Judea and Samaria communities.

Ahead of holidays:

IDF operating to thwart terror across Judea and Samaria

IDF, Shin Bet arrest over 75 terror suspects in Judea and Samaria; weapons seized.

Over 1,000 housing units approved in Judea and Samaria

Hundreds of housing units and a new industrial zone in settlements were approved, and the Supreme Planning Council has advanced over 25,000 units since the start of the year.

Minister Miri Regev:

'I believe we will lead sovereignty move after the holidays'

Transportation Minister Miri Regev at the Sovereignty Conference by Arutz Sheva and the Samaria Council: "We must seize this opportunity. Woe to us if we don’t act."

Minister Amichai Eliyahu:

'Failing to apply sovereignty would be a generational failure'

Minister Amichai Eliyahu at the Sovereignty Conference of Arutz Sheva and the Samaria Council: "We are creating a new reality - with a full sovereignty move."

Minister Ze'ev Elkin:

'Partial sovereignty is a big mistake, a move of weakness'

'The time for sovereignty is now; the true Zionist answer, to return bigger and stronger,' says Minister Elkin at Arutz Sheva and Samaria Council Conference.

Minister Bezalel Smotrich:

'UN condemnation of Israel is October 7th of today'

Minister Smotrich calls on PM Netanyahu at an Arutz Sheva and Samaria Council Conference to wake up to Macron's move to recognize a Palestinian state and to immediately apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Ben Gvir to Netanyahu:

'We're not waiting for Europe; sovereignty is an urgent need'

'We don't need to wait for Europe in order to apply sovereignty,' says Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir at the Arutz Sheva and Samaria Council Conference.

Yossi Dagan:

Disgrace right-wing government has not implemented sovereignty

'Full sovereignty in Judea and Samaria is Israel's lifeline and safety belt,' says Samaria Council Head Yossi Dagan at the Samaria Council Conference.

32 years later:

The bill that will undo the Oslo Accords

MK Tzvi Succot's new bill seeks to grant the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee the power to determine if an agreement is being violated and to annul it.

Charlie Kirk:

Yossi Dagan: 'We will commemorate Charlie Kirk in Samaria'

In a moving gesture, the Governor of the Samaria Council, Yossi Dagan, announces that Charlie Kirk, the great lover of Israel, will be immortalized in Samaria. Dagan said: "Kirk symbolized the values ​​of the Bible - it is most fitting to immortalize him in Samaria - the land of the Bible."

Jerusalem Shield:

IDF arrests terror suspects and confiscates weapons

IDF forces launch Operation Jerusalem Shield in the Binyamin area, arresting over 40 terror suspects, demolishing terrorist homes, and seizing weapons and funds across Judea and Samaria.

Netanyahu in Maaleh Adumim

'There will be no Palestinian state, this place is ours'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends the signing ceremony for the roof agreement in Maaleh Adumim, which is expected to double the city's population within 5 years.

Haaretz reporter:

'Smotrich has effectively annexed Judea and Samaria'

Hagar Shezaf, the former Haaretz correspondent for Judea and Samaria, said that Smotrich carried out a revolution by transferring civilian authorities in Judea and Samaria into his hands.

Religious Zionist Rabbis to Netanyahu:

'Don't miss the chance to apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria'

Dozens of Rabbis from the Religious Zionist community sent a letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urging immediate implementation of full sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Haredim are the biggest losers if we annex Judea and Samaria

Master politician Netanyahu is well aware that annexation would dramatically change the dynamics of Israeli politics. It would also affect the demographics even if Smotrich's plan is the one chosen. Opinion.

Yesha Council:

'Most Likud ministers support broad sovereignty'

Most Likud ministers, including Defense Minister Israel Katz, support applying sovereignty over most of Judea and Samaria.

Report: UAE weighing leaving Abraham Accords

United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, discussed exiting Abraham Accords, permanently nixing normalization, if Israel annexes Judea and Samaria.

Rubio:

Palestinian state push may trigger Israeli sovereignty moves

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio cautioned that unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state could prompt Israeli sovereignty moves in Judea and Samaria and obstruct Gaza ceasefire talks.

Shepherd arrested in his home: 'Dangerous precedent'

Tal Yinon Derdik, a shepherd from Binyamin, was arrested at his home in Kfar Tarfon, after he refused to leave the place following the imposition of a closed military area order.

A call to haredim:

Build communities in Judea and Samaria now!

This is the time for more haredim to move to our biblical heartland, fulfilling a mitzva while enjoying a higher standard of living, taking advantage of the present government's willingness to encourage and help.

Terror attack thwarted:

Terrorist shot in operation in village of Tamun

Wanted terrorist shot and wounded during a security operation in the Palestinian Arab village of Tamun. Three family members, who were not the targets, injured by gunfire from the forces.