Judea and Samaria

Historic first:

Samaria train line to open

New Eastern Railway line to open Sunday, in major transportation milestone connecting Judea and Samaria to central Israel.

Disturbing footage:

Tunnel uncovered near Jerusalem likely intended for terror

In a joint operation, Israeli security forces discover tunnel dug to 25 meters deep, arrest two Arab suspects.

Bennett sparks outrage:

'Outposts will be evacuated, Areas A and B not part of Israel'

"Together" party chairman Naftali Bennett clarifies that Area C must become part of Israel, while Areas A and B will form a Palestinian autonomy.

Over 240 firearms seized:

IDF sums up six months of counter-terrorism operations

The IDF said troops seized more than 240 firearms in 2026, uncovering weapons and manufacturing equipment hidden in civilian areas across Judea and Samaria.

Overnight:

Multiple raids in outposts and farms across Judea and Samaria

Border Police and Civil Administration forces demolished homes, seized livestock, and cleared several outposts amid reports of a record wave of evictions.

Historic construction in Hebron receives green light

Civil Administration council approves plans for hundreds of new housing units, historic addition to Hebron yeshiva.

Shepherd calls to prosecute left-wing activist

A 12-year-old filed a police complaint after being filmed being attacked in grazing lands by Arik Asherman. The Honenu organization sent an urgent letter demanding that Asherman be removed from the area and that charges be filed against him.

Huckabee

'Without Israel, there would be no America'

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee speaks about the connection between Jewish history and American identity at a conference on Israeli heritage in Judea and Samaria.

Judah Brigade prepares for the next threat

Incoming Judea Brigade commander completes his first brigade exercise to test command-and-control capabilities, stressing cooperation between forces, and coordination with residents in Judea and Samaria.

Throughout the day:

Nine wounded in series of terror attacks across Judea and Samaria

Nine Israelis were injured in four separate attacks across Judea and Samaria, including a vehicle overturned by rocks thrown from a passing car.

Minister Israel Katz:

'Israel will not withdraw from security zone'

Defense Minister Israel Katz said Israel will continue independent operations against Iran, will not withdraw from security zones in Lebanon, Syria, or Gaza, and will keep operating in northern Judea and Samaria.

Dozens of trucks seized in anti-pollution campaign

Civil Administration foils smuggling of 110 tons of waste in Judea and Samaria; trucks confiscated to prevent illegal dumping and burning.

IDF striking terrorists across multiple fronts

In a week of intense operations, IDF hits 310 Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, eliminates top Gaza terrorists, and arrests over 50 suspects in Judea and Samaria.

First time in decades:

IDF founds outposts on Jordanian border

Over the past year, a number of security settlements have been set up on the other side of the Jordanian border, for the first time since the era of the Nahal settlements.

At ZOA's Washington mission

Congressional leaders lambast Iran and antisemitism

ZOA brings nearly 200 Jewish leaders to Washington to press Congress for stronger action against rising antisemitism, support for Judea and Samaria, and a tougher response to threats from Iran.

Officer injured in Jenin was previously wounded in Gaza

Explosive device detonates during operation in Jenin, lightly injuring an NCO and severely injuring officer, who had previously been severely wounded in a Gaza anti-tank missile strike.

Goldknopf calls for haredi inclusion in Judea and Samaria

MK Yitzhak Goldknopf urges Prime Minister Netanyahu to revise government plan for temporary sites in rural Judea and Samaria, prevent exclusion of haredim.

Family with 10 children redeems thousands of dunam

Eitan and Ra'aya Rabinowitz and their children, who moved to Givat Sde Yonatan in Binyamin, share their sense of mission with Arutz Sheva - Israel National News, calling on public to join them.

Binyamin Governor:

'Response to sanctions must be dismantling of the PA'

Yesha Council chairman Yisrael Ganz warns that the decision of the UK and other countries to impose sanctions on settlers and fund the PA will promote terrorism and not peace,

UK takes unprecedented step against Judea and Samaria communities

Britain and several allies imposed sanctions on Israeli organizations and individuals while unveiling new guidance for businesses calling to boycott products from Judea and Samaria.

20 US lawmakers: We will help enact sovereignty

20 senators and congressmen hold an official solidarity event for Samaria Regional Council chairman Yossi Dagan at the Capitol Hill Club. "It's either a terror state or sovereignty."

Settlement pioneer calls for action against attacks on Arabs

The veteran settlement leader, Pinchas Wallerstein, urged Yesha Council officials to pair public condemnations with concrete action against violence and vandalism.

Four homes damaged in direct strike on Samaria

Iran launches multiple barrages towards Israel, Yemeni Houthis launch additional missile; no injuries reported.

Violent clashes in Huwara

Masked Jews arrive in Huwara after herd stolen from Jewish farm, IDF says investigation underway.

Former Labor Party leader comes to Smotrich’s defense

Former MK Eli Goldschmidt, comes out in surprise defense of Finance Minister following Judea and Samaria tax benefits controversy. "As if we learned nothing from October 7th"

Smotrich

'Proud to correct injustice, restore tax benefits to Yesha'

Finance Minister Smotrich dismissed criticism of tax benefits in Judea and Samaria.

IDF arrests five terrorists in Judea and Samaria operations

IDF soldiers, acting on ISA intelligence, arrested five terrorists - including suspects planning attacks, advancing Hamas activity, and assembling explosives.

Group demands US action over Ireland's 'settlement goods' ban

Shurat HaDin petitions US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to intervene against Ireland's economic warfare on Israel.

Coalition tensions erupt

Judea and Samaria benefits bill heads to vote

Coalition crisis breaks out during vote on the Benefits Law for Judea and Samaria and Residents of the Northern Border.

Petition demands:

Remove danger 75 meters from Jewish town's fence

Regavim petitions Supreme Court, demanding removal of illegal Arab construction dangerously close to Samaria community of Sal'it.

Studio clash

MK Sukkot blindsides MK Ben Ari with a bill she authored herself

Yesh Atid MK Ben Ari voices fierce opposition to a bill championed by MK Sukkot, who reveals on air that the legislation is identical to a proposal she herself introduced at the start of the current term.

After a year on the run

Watch: Officers surprise fugitive in bed

Yamam officers raided an apartment in Ramallah to arrest a suspected murderer who fled to Judea and Samaria a year ago and hid there under a false identity.

Supreme Court upholds NGO security screening framework

NGOs operating in Judea and Samaria given final 30 days to submit employee lists, comply with security screening procedures, or cease operations.

Min. Cohen to Arutz Sheva:

'If Iran rejects US dictates, a strike will happen'

Cabinet member Minister Eli Cohen speaks to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News about the campaign against Iran and Hezbollah, as well as sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

New medical center

Target date set for opening medical center in Sha'ar Binyamin

The Nanasi medical center, currently under construction in Sha’ar Binyamin, is due to open in early 2027 and provide advanced medical services to residents of the area.

Death penalty law moves toward implementation

A new military order applies Israel’s death penalty law for terrorists in Judea and Samaria, reshaping military court policy.

Residents claim: Police set fire to outpost on Shabbat

Residents claim they evacuated the site following a military order, but only minutes later were shocked to see black smoke rising above the hilltop.

Smotrich: Erase Oslo divisions of Samaria

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich speaks at Jerusalem Day event at Mercaz Harav Yeshiva, noting achievements in Judea and Samaria and laying out a new vision.

In western Binyamin:

Jordanian fortifications aimed at Tel Aviv uncovered

Nearly 60 years after the Six Day War, Jordanian Legion bunkers and fortifications that threatened Tel Aviv are discovered in Israel's Binyamin Region.

IDF Chief of Staff

'We are prepared from Judea and Samaria to Tehran'

Eyal Zamir conducted a situation assessment in northern Samaria and emphasized that the IDF is on constant alert.

Terrorist who murdered Yehuda Sherman to be indicted

Investigation reveals Palestinian Arab terrorist deliberately rammed Israelis, killing Yehuda Sherman; terrorist's son also expected to face indictment.

Confrontation in Finance Committee over Judea and Samaria

A bill seeking to establish tax benefits for settlements under threat in Judea and Samaria was at the center of a heated Finance Committee discussion today.

Minister Amsalem tours outposts: True pioneers

Minister Dudi Amsalem meets with residents of Oz Zion and Or Meir, where he addresses the lack of security equipment and pledges to strengthen settlement activities and the Israeli presence in the region.

Bereaved fathers to Netanyahu

“Authorize full Israeli control over Areas A & B now"

Eliav Libi and Yehoshua Sherman, who lost their sons in combat in Gaza and in a terror attack, demand that the cabinet advance control over Areas A and B.

Gen. Bluth Warns: One step away from a major disaster

Central Command chief Avi Bluth warned about violence by Jewish extremists in Judea and Samaria, saying: “This could ignite the entire Central Command sector."

Israel outraged

EU sanctions conflate Israeli citizens with Hamas terrorists

EU foreign ministers approve sanctions on Israeli citizens and Hamas leaders, prompting Israel to denounce a 'distorted moral equivalence.'

Citizens enraged at defense cuts in Judea and Samaria

The IDF has sharply reduced regional defense forces in the area, including fewer soldiers deployed and tougher requirements to be accepted to the units involved.

Shibolet Farm established as the 50th farm in Binyamin

A historic milestone was marked in the Binyamin Regional Council with the establishment of Shibolet Farm near the community of Mevo Horon.

Unusual incident

Live shots over heads of Jewish protesters at Git Junction

During a demonstration against the evacuation of outposts, an IDF soldier opened fire in the air to disperse the protesters.

PA policeman & ISIS operative who planned attacks arrested

Undercover Border Police forces operating in Judea and Samaria arrested three wanted suspects this week who were allegedly planning imminent terrorist attacks.

Heated Cabinet meeting between Ben Gvir and IDF commander

IDF's Central Command Chief Avi Bluth condemns visits to outposts, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir insists on importance of Jewish settlement in Areas A and B of Judea and Samaria.

Illegal Arab structures demolished near Ariel

Civil Administration demolishes illegal Arab commercial structures constructed in Area C near Ariel.

Tefillin destroyed during Gush Etzion demolition

Border Police, Civil Administration forces raid Kokhav Yehuda farm, destroying living quarters and, reportedly, a pair of tefillin (phylacteries).

Samaria road to expand significantly in landmark move

Major upgrade to Route 60 between British Police Junction and Tapuah set to ease traffic, improve safety, and support large-scale development plans.

Tennessee:

Law recognizing 'Judea and Samaria' terminology signed

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signs legislation requiring all state agencies to use the terms “Judea and Samaria" instead of “West Bank" in official government materials and documents.

Study shows

Left-wing orgs inflate violence data in Judea and Samaria

Erez Weiner and Gabi Siboni published a study claiming that the term “settler violence" is the product of a coordinated campaign by left-wing organizations funded by foreign entities.

Drivers warn:

Navigation confusion on Samaria road poses deadly risk

Navigation mistakes at key junctions pose deadly risk to Jewish drivers, northern Samaria residents warn.

Five-year-old injured in terror attack

Rock attack near Havat Gilad in Samaria leaves five-year-old boy with light injuries.

Smotrich:

We will return to Gush Katif as we returned to northern Samaria

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich participates in Independence Day ceremony in Samaria, promises return to Gush Katif.

Smotrich: Gaza should become a Jewish city

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich visits Sderot yeshiva, calls for Jewish resettlement of Gaza.