Sovereignty

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.

How to implode the propaganda war:

Declare sovereignty, end Oslo and the military occupation

When Israel announces military occupation's end and asserts Judea and Samaria rights, terrorists will understand the terrorist agenda is a dead end, and Israel will become the democracy extending rights and opportunities to previously disenfranchised populations. Opinion.

Regional integration is a luxury, sovereignty is survival

The parade of countries falling over themselves to recognize a Palestinian state unilaterally is a hostile act towards Israel. Here is how Israel should respond. Opinion.

Restrain me! Don’t let me apply Sovereignty!

Once again, Israel’s leaders are turning the Land of Israel into a political bargaining chip—once again, we return to this national disgrace. Time has come to shake off this weakness, awaken, and lift up the dignity of the nation. Apply sovereignty! 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.

Haaretz Against Smotrich

'Turning annexation into a working plan'

Haaretz journalist Amira Hass criticizes Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's newly unveiled "sovereignty plan" and warns that Smotrich is known for achieving his goals.

Presenting: The Sovereignty Plan

Finance Minister Smotrich, Yesha Council head Yisrael Ganz, and heads of the councils of Judea and Samaria presented the Sovereignty Plan this morning.

MK Rothman to Arutz Sheva:

'Israel’s response to international pressure - Apply sovereignty'

Speaking at an event honoring communities in Binyamin, MK Simcha Rothman says, "There is hardly anyone today who defines themselves as a Zionist who opposes the application of sovereignty."

Minister Shlomo Karhi:

'Sovereignty of Judea and Samaria to be legislated into law'

Speaking at a Binyamin community event Minister Shlomo Karhi stressed the importance of legislating sovereignty in Judea and Samaria into law, rejecting a Palestinian state, and dismissed Benny Gantz’s call for a unity government.

Beitar Illit mayor to Netanyahu:

Apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

In meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and local leaders, Beitar Illit Mayor Meir Rubinstein urges sovereignty over all of Israel and recognition of Torah study.

Samaria Council head:

'Total victory is sovereignty'

Samaria Council head, Yossi Dagan: 'PM understands we can apply sovereignty; not the Geneva Initiative of settlement blocs, i.e. a terror state in the heart of Israel, but full sovereignty over the entire area.'

Mayor of Ma’ale Adumim:

'Territorial continuity and a fitting Zionist response'

Ma’ale Adumim’s mayor recalls Yitzhak Rabin's early support for building in E1. Now, after nearly 30 years - and with American backing - it is finally moving forward.

Yesha Council CEO:

'Building in E1 will end idea of Palestinian state'

Yesha Council CEO Omer Rahamim: Construction in E1 is great news for Jerusalem. We are taking responsibility for our future. The world may oppose it now - but will recognize it later.

Yesha Council to Netanyahu:

'Apply sovereignty at next government meeting'

19 heads of authorities from Judea and Samaria call on the Prime Minister to apply full sovereignty across the region as early as this Sunday.

Smotrich:

'No more negotiations with Hamas for a partial deal'

Minister Bezalel Smotrich at the Vision Conference: "Either we continue until victory, or we succumb to fatigue and external pressures."

Minister Yariv Levin:

'Everything is ready for first step toward sovereignty'

Justice Minister Yariv Levin on the issue of sovereignty: "We are close to the first step and must make a supreme effort to start this process in practice."

MK Illouz:

'Those who learn Torah should be first to serve in the IDF'

In a wide-ranging interview, MK Dan Illouz calls for expanding IDF enlistment to include haredi youth, warns of political consequences if soldiers are ignored, and urges full victory in Gaza.

Annex Judea and Samaria now!

Let’s not waste another G-d-given opportunity

There is no better moment, no better excuse, no better opportunity than right now for Israel’s government to take tangible steps, manifesting that the deed now is done, that Sovereignty over Judea and Samaria is done. Just do it. Opinion.

Knesset approves resolution:

Israel has a historic right to sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

The resolution stating that these territories are an inseparable part of the Jewish people’s historic, cultural, and spiritual homeland, passed with a majority of 71 Members of Knesset.

30 Congressmen express support for Israeli sovereignty in Yesha

30 Senators and Congressmen participated in a conference in support of Samaria with the participation of Council Chairman Yossi Dagan - the largest conference in Washington for Judea and Samaria ever

Internal pressure on haredi parties to vote for sovereignty

Arutz Sheva learns Beitar Illit Mayor Meir Rubinstein and Modi’in Illit Mayor Yaakov Guterman actively working to persuade haredi MKs to support proposal for Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Knesset to vote on bill supporting sovereignty in Yesha

The Knesset plenum will vote tomorrow, just before the start of the summer recess, on a motion to support the application of sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Friedman to Arutz Sheva:

Trump, Netanyahu bet legacy on Iran strike, and it paid off

Former US Ambassador David Friedman tells Arutz Sheva that Israel must take the lead on sovereignty, praises Trump’s bold stance on Iran, Gaza, and the Abraham Accords.

Likud MKs call for sovereignty

'Between the Sea and the Jordan there will be only 1 State'

Ministers and Knesset members from the Likud held a special conference today in the Knesset to promote full sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

MK Kallner to Arutz Sheva:

'Miss the chance for sovereignty? History will not forgive us'

MK Ariel Kallner (Likud) speaks to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News ahead of a Knesset conference aimed at promoting sovereignty in Judea and Samaria: "Our enemies want to uproot us - we will talk sovereignty."

Senior minister sets goal: Sovereignty now

A senior government minister calls for a new political program in Judea and Samaria to promote gradual sovereignty and warns of a rift in the right-wing bloc.

Unusual meeting:

Knesset subcommittee to discuss sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

Representatives from key Israeli ministries to present practical implications of applying sovereignty in Judea and Samaria at special Knesset subcommittee meeting.

Tourism Minister Haim Katz visits Samaria, calls for sovereignty

Tourism and Housing Minister Haim Katz holds security meeting in Samaria, 'After Iran, we're looking for sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.'

Smotrich to Arutz Sheva:

'We're establishing communities - we'll disrupt Arab continuity'

Minister Bezalel Smotrich speaks to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News, during a tour of sites of new towns in Judea and Samaria, about the steps to promote sovereignty and the importance of preserving the government's integrity.

Judea & Samaria Liberation Day:

US Congressmen express support for Israel’s right to sovereignty

Two senior U.S. Congressmen visited Binyamin and expressed firm support for the historic right of the Jewish people to sovereignty over Judea and Samaria.

Smotrich at Mercaz Harav:

'I call on the PM to apply sovereignty as soon as possible'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich speaks at the celebration marking Jerusalem Day at Mercaz Harav Yeshiva: "We are applying sovereignty de facto, but we need to take advantage of the support we have from the United States and apply sovereignty."

Samaria Council head launches pro-Israel drive to US

Samaria Council head, Yossi Dagan, meets with US officials, promotes sovereignty in Judea and Samaria, and urges end to 'West Bank' terminology.

Louisiana State Representative:

'Israel has right to live in heart of Biblical homeland'

Louisiana State Representative Michael Bayham visited the Binyamin Regional Council and expressed his support for the application of Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Minister Dichter:

'The time has come to apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria'

Agriculture and Food Security Minister Avi Dichter holds meeting with the heads of the authorities in the Yesha Council, discusses with them the development of agriculture in the communities in the region.

Sovereignty Now!

'It is for just such a time you have achieved royalty'

Mordechai's words to Esther resonate in the title above. Do not remain silent, initiate steps towards sovereignty! Opinion

Trump advisers:

'We will support Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria'

A delegation of evangelical leaders who advise the Trump Administration visited the Binyamin Regional Council to strengthen personal and national ties with Israel, and to express their support for the Jewish communities in Judea and in Samaria.

Committee to discuss bill on Jerusalem envelope sovereignty

Ministerial Committee for Legislation to discuss bill proposed by MK Dan Illouz to apply sovereignty over the Jerusalem envelope: "Sovereignty is not a slogan, but a historical, legal, and moral obligation."

Ministers and local authority heads:

'2025 must include sovereignty in Judea and Samaria'

Heads of the Yesha Council, ministers, Knesset members, and local authority leaders take part in Sovereignty Conference, speak about the unique opportunity to advance Israel’s sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Senator Cruz: The USA stands with Judea and Samaria

Speaking at Sovereignty Conference, US Senator Ted Cruz stresses Jewish nation's inherent right to the Land of Israel, encourages Israeli government to stand strong.

Head of Yesha Council:

'The Oslo Accords have expired - now is the time for sovereignty'

Israel Ganz, head of the Yesha Council and the Binyamin Regional Council, speaks at Yesha Council’s Sovereignty Conference: "We are expanding the legitimacy of sovereignty in the United States, but the decision will be made in Israel."

History in Washington

A giant step toward sovereignty

CPAC Conference passes resolution saying “the United States should recognize Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.” Israel Ganz, who was a party to the resolution: “Your declaration is akin to the Balfour Declaration.”

Israel Ganz:

'The Palestinian vision is over, Israel must apply sovereignty'

Binyamin Region leader Israel Ganz praises US President Donald Trump's plan for Gaza: 'For the first time, an American president is essentially declaring the end of the Palestinian dream to destroy Israel.'

Yossi Dagan:

'Now is a rare opportunity for sovereignty in Judea and Samaria'

'New US administration will respect what Israel defines as critical to its security,' Samaria Governor Yossi Dagan says in response to US president's comments on application of sovereignty.

Trump to Arutz Sheva:

'We'll discuss sovereignty, an announcement is coming soon'

Watch: US President, during his press conference with Netanyahu, responds to question from Arutz Sheva-Israel National News on whether he supports Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Council heads to Netanyahu:

'Sovereignty is part of the absolute victory!'

Leaders of local authorities in Judea and Samaria send letter to Netanyahu ahead of his meeting with Trump, express concern over reports of possible relinquishment of sovereignty over Judea and Samaria as part of the normalization deal with Saudi Arabia.

Consensus: Israelis support Sovereignty and relocating Gazans

71% of Israelis oppose a Palestinian state. 80% support US President Trump’s initiative to advance voluntary migration for Gaza residents. 68% back Sovereignty. The PM now has a a clear statement that this is the will of the people of Israel.

Jordan Valley:

Sovereignty in Jordan Valley Law falls

Otzma Yehudit and Yisrael Beytenu vote in favor of sovereignty in Jordan Valley Law, coalition opposes. Liberman: 'PM has proven once again that the security of his coalition takes precedence over the security of Israel.'

Report:

Trump to focus on Iran threat, Israeli sovereignty not on agenda

Israeli media reports than US President-Elect told PM Netanyahu and Republicans have told Israeli officials that the application of Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria is not a priority for the incoming administration.

Yossi Dagan returns from US:

'Netanyahu can apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria'

'Netanyahu can apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria. We have US support,' says Yossi Dagan, head of the Samaria Regional Council, after returning from meetings with US congressmen and senators in Washington.

Hamas official:

'Palestinian people will stop occupation's annexation plans'

Senior Hamas official calls for another Intifada, vows Palestinian 'iron will' will thwart application of Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Abbas' spokesman:

'We will thwart Smotrich's annexation plan'

Nabil Abu Rudeineh, the official spokesman of PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas, says that "the year 2025 will be the year of realization of the establishment of the Palestinian state."

A new path to sovereignty in Judea & Samaria

End the "occupation"! A plan for a gradual process towards sovereignty. The only answer. Opinion.

Fmr. US Ambassador Friedman:

'Palestinian state? The only solution is Israeli sovereignty'

Former US Ambassador to Israel David M. Friedman spoke at the Knesset and outlined how Israel should assert sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Impressive Success for 'Victory = Sovereignty' Conference

Under the title 'Victory = Sovereignty,' the 6th Youth Sovereignty Conference was held in Gush Etzion.

Washington Times:

Israel is losing sovereignty, Palestinian Arabs continue to build

Washington Times op-ed expresses concern over illegal Palestinian construction in Area C in Israel and US backing.

New bill:

Full sovereignty to be imposed over Jordan Valley next October 7

According to the bill, introduced by MK Dan Illouz, the imposition of sovereignty will come into effect on October 7th, 2024, a year after the massacre. 'A true victory will be possible only when the enemy feels that October 7th was a mistake.'

David Friedman presents:

'The Future of Judea & Samaria' sovereignty plan

Former US Ambassador to Israel's new proposal calls for full Israeli sovereignty over Judea, Samaria and the Jordan Valley, alongside Palestinian enclaves with maximum civilian autonomy subject to Israeli overriding security control.

Jewish Sovereignty; a Jewish priority?

The war against Hamas and its supporters – and the upcoming-war against Hezbollah – is all about Israel’s right to self-defense, its survival, and, therefore, about Jewish sovereignty. Op-ed.