Judea and Samaria

Watch: Border Police rescue Jewish man from Arab village

Border Police rescue Jewish man from Givat Ze'ev after Google Maps directs him to drive through Arab village.

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Judea and Samaria: Plan to pave safe access roads takes off

Government expected to approve over 1b NIS to pave security and access roads to dozens of new towns in Judea and Samaria.

'The danger is real'

New study warns: PA could carry out worse massacre than October 7

Lt. Col. (res.) Adv. Maurice Hirsch publishes new study showing Palestinian Authority security forces number over twice the size permitted under Oslo Accords, train for combat against Israel.

Former Justice Min.: Smotrich deserves to win 15 Knesset seats

Former Justice Minister Haim Ramon praises Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich for advancing 'most far-reaching annexation measures' in Judea and Samaria.

Detainee’s wife denounces administrative orders

Miriam Dardik, the wife of Tal Dardik, a resident of Kfar Tzrifin in Samaria, sharply criticized Central Command chief Avi Bluth after her husband was arrested for refusing to comply with an administrative order.

First time since 1980s:

New secular community to be founded in Binyamin

Following Cabinet decision, Binyamin Regional Council advances founding of 'Natof,' the first secular community in the area since the 1980s.

Airborne operation

Watch: IDF troops raid dozens of buildings in Jenin

Forces apprehended 20 wanted individuals, including suspects who were planning to carry out a terror attack, an arms dealer, and suspects affiliated with the Hamas terrorist organization.

Hundreds of Gazans turn themselves in to return to Gaza

More than 200 Gazans who remained in Israel and Judea and Samaria have surrendered to Israeli forces in recent days, apparently hoping to return home as financial and housing support outside Gaza dries up.

New bill

Ireland bans imports from Israeli communities in Judea, Samaria

Ireland's parliament approves a bill banning imports from Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria, escalating Dublin's trade measures against Israel.

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Two Palestinian Arabs arrested for terror incitement

Two Palestinian Arabs arrested overnight during an operation by Hetz Yehuda soldiers, after they were suspected of inciting on social media, supporting terrorism, and glorifying the 10/7 massacre.

Left wing NGOs report construction boom in Judea and Samaria

A new report claims that in recent years the government promoted a series of steps to expand settlement activity in Judea and Samaria, including advancing thousands of housing units and policy changes.

'A disaster for us':

Arabs concerned about Smotrich: 'Changing reality on the ground'

Popular Arab newspaper in Judea and accuses Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich of the final demise of the 'two-state solution.'

Most new Judea and Samaria police officers are local residents

Police figures show nearly two-thirds of new Judea and Samaria District officers live in the region, a trend officials hail as growing trust.

Netanyahu receives 100-settlement plan

Bereaved father Yehoshua Sherman, whose son was murdered by an Arab terrorist, presents Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with a new plan to settle open areas of Areas A and B of Judea and Samaria.

IDF week in review:

Tunnels destroyed in Gaza, Central Command arrests 60 terrorists

The IDF published a summary of the operations conducted by troops in Lebanon, Gaza, and Judea and Samaria.

Major milestone for Otniel

156 new housing units approved

The Higher Planning Council approves 156 housing units in Otniel, along with 52 in Kfar Adumim and 21 in Elkana.

Palestinian Authority condemns settlement plan

The Palestinian Foreign Ministry strongly condemned the plan whereby settlement bodies are preparing to man some 100 strategic points within Area A.

'Poet' and pharmacist arrested for incitement

Two Palestinian Arab suspects were arrested in separate operations after allegedly posting online content praising terrorism and the October 7 massacre.

Restraining order instead of engagement gift

Commander of the Central Command Avi Bluth has issued a series of exceptional administrative restriction orders against settlement activists.

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.