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Judea & Samaria

UK / Antisemitism / News Briefs / Boycott / BDS / Judea & Samaria

Ireland Unveils Draft Import Ban on Judea and Samaria Goods

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Israel, which has accused Dublin of promoting antisemitism, has condemned the draft bill as discriminatory.

Boycott / BDS / Business and Economy / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Smotrich Warns Israeli Banks Against Judea and Samaria Sanctions

By Akiva Van Koningsveld

The finance minister said he would promote legislation that imposes high compensation on banks whose clients are harmed as a result of their actions.

Palestinian Authority / France / Judea & Samaria

Katz: Judea and Samaria Expansion ‘Clear Message’ to Macron

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"They will establish a Palestinian state on paper, but we will build the Jewish-Israeli state here on the ground," the defense minister vowed.

US / Judea & Samaria

U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee Makes Historic Visit to Ancient Shiloh

By Jewish Press News Desk

"You are not alone. We stand with you, and so do many others around the world. Whoever does not stand with you does not stand with God."

Terrorism / IDF & Security / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria

Arab Terrorist Shoots, Seriously Wounds IDF Reservist in Nablus

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The soldier was evacuated to the hospital for treatment and his family was notified.

Terrorism / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria

Judea and Samaria Bears Brunt of Arab Terror Attacks

By Sveta Listratov

56% of the fatalities and 69% of the injuries took place in Judea and Samaria.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria / United Nations (UN)

IDF Discovers UNRWA Vest in Weapons Cache During Samaria Raid

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

More than 60 wanted suspects were arrested during counterterror operations in Judea and Samaria.

"Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords / Judea & Samaria / Gulf States / UAE / Settlements

Settlement Council's Historic Visit to Abu Dhabi: 'A New World Order in Action''

By Jewish Press News Desk

"Our visit to the United Arab Emirates is a powerful symbol of the changing dynamics in the Middle East," said Yesha Council head Yisrael Ganz.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

IAF Selects Settlement Targets in Event of Oct. 7-Style Massacre

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Under the defensive plan, fighter jets, drones and helicopters would bomb access roads to Jewish communities to slow down the advance of terrorists.

Terrorism / Eye on "Palestine" / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Majority of Israeli Jews say Judea and Samaria Towns Contribute to Security

By Akiva Van Koningsveld

85% of the Jewish public in Israel thinks that “there is no chance of a peace agreement with the Palestinians in the foreseeable future.”

Featured / Antisemitism / Video of the Day / Arts and Entertainment / Judea & Samaria / Pallywood

Pallywood: Oscar-Winning Filmmakers Caught on Video Harassing IDF Troops

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The scene in "No Other Land," described in the film as "settler violence and IDF cruelty," was a staged provocation, according to the local council.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / Hamas / The Knesset / Judea & Samaria

Israeli MK Not Notified about Release of Her Husband’s Killer in Hamas Hostage Deal

By Joshua Marks

"This morning, I woke up to the news that the terrorist who murdered my husband was released," said Knesset member Limor Son Har-Melech.

US / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria

Ted Cruz: ‘Israel’s Right to Judea and Samaria Starts in the Bible’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Israel has an "absolute right to determine what happens in Judea and Samaria," said Sen. Ted Cruz.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Hamas / Judea & Samaria

Hamas Plotted Major Attack in Judea and Samaria, Defense Minister Says

By Pesach Benson / TPS

Hamas’s attack plans, Katz said, were discovered in files seized by the Israel Defense Forces.

Gaza / Judea & Samaria / Sovereignty

Smotrich: Israel to Seize Land if Gaza Hostages Aren’t Returned

By Canaan Lidor

If the captives, both living and dead, are not returned, Israel will expand the agricultural areas of the kibbutzim Be'eri and Nir Oz into the Gaza perimeter, said the Israeli finance minister.

Headline / The Knesset / Judea & Samaria / Sovereignty

Ohana: Israeli Sovereignty Over Judea, Samaria 'Only Way' to Peace

By Akiva Van Koningsveld

"On the 7th of October, not only Israeli citizens were murdered but also the idea that was mistakenly called 'the two-state solution."

Terrorism / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria

Most Israelis Fear Oct.7-Style Massacre Could Happen in Judea and Samaria

By Akiva Van Koningsveld

More than two in three Israeli Jews fear Arab terrorists based in the biblical heartland could commit such a bloodbath.

IDF & Security / Judea & Samaria / Settlements / Sovereignty

IDF Takes First Step in Regularizing Two Young Settlements in Judea and Samaria

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The military order that establishes the municipal boundaries is the first step in legalizing Adorayim and Ahiya.

The Knesset / Judea & Samaria

Knesset Advances Bill to Replace “West Bank” with “Judea and Samaria” in Official Documents

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

“The fact that the official legal language of the State of Israel still includes the disgraceful term ‘West Bank’ is an insult to the Knesset, the Jewish people, and our history.”

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Hamas / Palestinian Authority / Jerusalem / Judea & Samaria

Israel Foils Plot to Blow Up Bus Remotely in Jerusalem

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Security forces arrested five alleged terrorists from Ramallah, who are facing trial for conspiring to commit murder and gun offenses.

Terrorism / Hamas / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria / Islamic Jihad / PFLP

From Burnout to Fury in Judea and Samaria as Terrorist Prisoners Freed

By Judith Segaloff

“The fact that terrorists are being released into Judea and Samaria—it's just mind-blowingly pathetic that they would even take that chance," said Hillel Fuld, whose brother's murderer was released as part of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Police and Crime / Judea & Samaria

Fallen Israeli Police Officer’s Belongings Found in Jenin

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Border Police said troops found a wallet, cell phone, ID card and driver’s license belonging to 19-year-old Sgt. Shay Germay of Karmiel.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Judea & Samaria

After Jordan Valley Attack, Calls Grow for Ending Terrorist Releases

By Pesach Benson / TPS

While some of the terrorists have been deported to Gaza or abroad, most are returning to their homes in Judea and Samaria.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / Gaza / Hamas / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria

Released Terrorist Killed on Way to Commit New Terror Attack

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Abdel Hadi Kamil was released in November 2023 as part of a deal to release of some of the hostages taken during the October 7 massacre.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria

Israeli Soldier Killed in Jenin, Four Wounded

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Hazi’s unit was conducting house searches when it encountered a group of armed terrorists who opened fire on the troops at close range, the report said. The terrorists escaped.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Judea & Samaria / Islamic Jihad

IDF Kills Two Terrorists Behind al-Funduq Attack

By Joshua Marks

The terrorists, who were associated with Palestinian Islamic Jihad, were killed in an exchange of fire with Israeli forces after barricading themselves in a building near Jenin • One IDF soldier was moderately wounded in the operation.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Judea & Samaria

Israel’s Jenin Raid Will ‘Change Security Concept,’ Defense Minister Says

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

“We will not allow the Iranian octopus and radical Sunni Islam to endanger the lives of the residents and establish a terrorist eastern front against the State of Israel."

NY / Judea & Samaria

Judea and Samaria Councils Thank Trump in Times Square Campaign

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The messages to the incoming U.S. president include “Strong Allies,” “Make Great Friends” and “Blessings from the Biblical Heartland.”

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Government / Judea & Samaria

Israeli Cabinet to Vote on New War Objective on Judea and Samaria Terror

By Shirit Avitan Cohen

Surge of attacks expected after the release of hundreds of terrorists in the ceasefire deal with Hamas.

US / Politics / Judea & Samaria

Tenney Launches Congressional Friends of Judea and Samaria Caucus

By Andrew Bernard

“We gotta start telling the truth,” the New York congresswoman said. “We need to be the catalyst.”

US / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

American Residents of Judea, Samaria Sue Biden Administration Over Sanctions

By Andrew Bernard

“U.S. citizens have a right to be heard and to challenge the government before the government takes action against them,” a lawyer for the plaintiffs told JNS.

Featured / Terrorism / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

IDF Halts PA Arab Workers’ Entry into Judea and Samaria Communities

By Akiva Van Koningsveld

The freeze follows a "situational assessment" in the wake of Monday's deadly shooting in western Samaria.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / The Courts / News Briefs / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Jerusalem Court OKs Seizure of $5.5 Million of PA Funds by Relatives of Huwara Attack Victims

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"The move to seize the P.A.'s funds is the beginning of doing justice to us as a family, as well as to the victims of terrorism," said Shalom Yaniv.

Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria / United Nations (UN)

UN Accused of Funding Illegal Construction in Israeli Nature Reserve

By Sveta Listratov

However, the 41,000-acre reserve, was enshrined as a “no-build” zone under the 1998 Wye River Memorandum.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Netanyahu OKs Offensive and Defensive Actions in Judea and Samaria

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"The prime minister approved the operations to apprehend the terrorists and bring them to justice," his office says after deadly attack.

News Briefs / The Knesset / Judea & Samaria / United Nations (UN)

NYT: UNRWA Prepares to Cease Operations in Gaza, Judea and Samaria

By Neta Bar / Israel Hayom

U.N. officials indicated they are preparing to terminate operations primarily because of new Israeli legislation.

Terrorism / News Briefs / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Caught: PA Arab Rioters Who Wounded Jewish Shepherd

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Aggression and terrorism against Jewish shepherds in Judea and Samaria have been on the rise.

Terrorism / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria

One Soldier Wounded in Car Ramming Attack

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

A terrorist was neutralized by the force when he tried to escape.

The Knesset / Judea & Samaria / Settlements / Sovereignty

Knesset Bill Seeks to Create Obstacle to Judea and Samaria Withdrawal

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Land of Israel Caucus wants to amend Basic Law: Referendum to prevent the establishment of a "Palestinian" state.

Terrorism / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Unbelievable: Biden Admin Asks Israel to Approve Military Aid to PA

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Ramallah is requesting ammunition, helmets, bulletproof vests, radios, night vision equipment, explosive disposal suits and armored vehicles.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / News Briefs / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Katz Orders IDF to Prepare for Judea and Samaria Escalation

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The defense minister acted due to concerns local terrorists may be inspired by the victory of Islamist rebels in Syria.

Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Israel Cracks Down on Illegal Palestinian Authority Construction in Gush Etzion Nature Reserve

By Sveta Listratov

Nearby residents hailed the move as “historic” saying the illegal Palestinian Authority Arab construction has been unchecked in the Judean Desert Nature Reserve in the Gush Etzion region.

Headline / Terrorism / IDF & Security / Judea & Samaria

4 Wounded in Gush Etzion Bus Shooting

By Jewish Press News Desk

Prayers can be said for Yehoshua Aharon Tuvia ben Rachel.

US / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria

Tom Cotton Introduces Bill to Ban Federal Use of the Term ‘West Bank’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“It’s time to call this region by its rightful name and stop playing into anti-Israel propaganda,” the Arkansas senator wrote.

Headline / Government / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Breaking News: 24,000 Dunams in Judea and Samaria Declared State Land

By Jewish Press News Desk

This is expected to pave the way for major settlement expansions, infrastructure development, and long-term growth in strategically significant areas.

Government / "Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords / Judea & Samaria / Settlements / Sovereignty

Energy Minister: Sovereignty in Judea and Samaria Trumps Saudi Peace

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Trump administration officials, past and present, recently have made statements in favor of Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Judea & Samaria / Settlements / Sovereignty

Israeli Leaders in Judea and Samaria Laying Groundwork for Sovereignty

By Anna Epshtein

After achieving normalization with other Arab countries, discussions on sovereignty in Judea and Samaria could resume.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Syria / Iran / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Israel Intercepted Iranian Weapons Destined to Jenin Terror Groups

By Pesach Benson / TPS

Iranian operatives have been smuggling weapons to PA Arab terror groups through the Jordan Valley, due to its proximity to Syria and Lebanon.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / News Briefs / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

12 PA Arabs Indicted for Deadly Jaffa Terror Attack

By Pesach Benson / TPS

Seven Israelis were killed and 16 injured when two terrorists attacked them on the light rail.

Headline / US / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Biden Sanctions Amana Development Group in Final Assault on Israeli Settlers

By Max Gelber

Reports indicate that Biden may level further sanctions against Israeli individuals and organizations, including ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben Gvir.

Featured / US / Politics / Government / Left vs. Right / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Netanyahu Postpones Bill Forcing Banks to Serve Israelis Sanctioned by the US

By Max Gelber

Trump is expected to cancel sanctions imposed by the Biden administration on right-wing Israeli activists.

US / Politics / Judea & Samaria / Sovereignty

Huckabee: Annexing Judea and Samaria ‘Of Course’ a Possibility

By David Isaac

Former Ark. Gov. Mike Huckabee, who boasts an impressive record of Israel support, called his appointment as an "extraordinary opportunity."

Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Smotrich Prepares for Sovereignty Drive Ahead of Trump Inauguration

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Next year will be "the year of sovereignty in Judea and Samaria," declared the Israeli finance minister.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria

Two Israelis Hurt in Gush Etzion Car-Ramming

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The terrorist fled and the Israel Defense Forces launched a manhunt.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Judea & Samaria

2 Israelis Wounded in Shiloh Junction Car-Ramming Attack

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

A 26-year-old woman and a 15-year-old boy were taken to Jerusalem’s Hadassah-Mount Scopus Hospital with minor injuries.

Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Illegal Arab Construction Threatens Traffic on Highway 1

By Max Gelber

The illegal Bedouin village of Khan Al-Ahmar is expanding and new structures are being added to the existing ones strategically situated on Highway 1, despite several court orders to have the squatters removed. The Regavim Movement, which has been waging a legal battle for the removal of the illegal outpost, published photos showing that the […]

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

PA Arab Terrorists Caught on Film Smuggling Weapons Into Hospital

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The footage showed two men emerge from a car outside the hospital and pass at least one rifle to another man.

US / Global / Left vs. Right / Boycott / BDS / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Yesha Council Pushes for Gov’t Action Against ‘Settler Sanctions’

By David Isaac

The list of countries imposing sanctions—the United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, Norway, Canada, Japan, France and others—has grown in recent months.

Police and Crime / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria / Archaeology

PA Arabs Caught Looting Second Temple-Era Archaeological Site

By Pesach Benson / TPS

The incident took place at Kherbet Umm A-Ros, an archaeological site located in the Judean Lowlands of central Israel.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Judea & Samaria

Ma’ale Adumim Asks IDF to Investigate Tunneling Sounds Under City

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Mayor Guy Yifrah asked the military to "rule out underground tunnel excavations between al-Eizariya, Abu Dis and Ma'ale Adumim."

US / Left vs. Right / Antisemitism / Boycott / BDS / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Democratic Senators Demand Sanctions Against ‘Settlement’ Group

By David Isaac

Amana's violent settler activities include establishing communities, recruiting new families and building homes. It has been in the sights of activists opposed to Jewish presence in Judea and Samaria for some time.

IDF & Security / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Standoff in Samaria

By Judith Segaloff

Karnei Shomron residents have taken to blocking the entrance to the town with their vehicles to prevent the entry of PA workers, arguing that the IDF is not enforcing its own rules.

Terrorism / Hamas / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Pro-Hamas Vandals Deface, Burn Ancient Judea Synagogue

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Eshtemoa Synagogue south of Hebron dates to around the 4th century C.E. (which predates Islam).

Judea & Samaria / Health and Medicine / On Campus / Education

Ariel’s Adelson School of Medicine Marks First Graduating Class

By Josh Hasten

Fifty three medical students, 40 of whom are women, were awarded their degrees in a ceremony attended by Israeli President Isaac Herzog and philanthropist Dr. Miriam Adelson.

Headline / US / Government / Palestinian Authority / Business and Economy / Judea & Samaria

US Treasury Deputy Raises Concerns Over Israeli ‘Threats’ Against PA Banks

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

On Aug. 21, Ramallah claimed its economy was at risk of collapsing within "days" after Israeli banks stopped accepting Palestinian Authority cash deposits.

IDF & Security / Palestinian Authority / The Knesset / Judea & Samaria

MKs Warn Against Plan to Let Armed PA Officers Work Alongside IDF

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"Every time the Palestinian Authority was given access to weapons, they were eventually used against Israelis," the coalition lawmakers said.

Antisemitism / Palestinian Authority / Jerusalem / Judea & Samaria / United Nations (UN) / Settlements

UN Plenum to Vote on Kicking Jews Out of Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

If passed, the ethnic cleansing resolution would signify an escalation from the anti-Israel language previously endorsed by the UNGA.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / The Courts / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Courts: Judea and Samaria Towns Cannot Bar PA Arab Workers

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The city of Efrat in the Gush Etzion region of Judea will admit PA Arab workers starting this week following litigation.

IDF & Security / Left vs. Right / Antisemitism / Boycott / BDS / Judea & Samaria

Foreign Anarchists Instructed to Deceive Israeli Authorities, Document Reveals

By Anna Epshtein

(TPS) Anti-Israel foreign activists, including American students, are being used by a radical Palestinian organization and told to lie their way into Israel, according to a document obtained by The Press Service of Israel. The annual Faz3a campaign, organized by the Ramallah-based Popular Struggle Coordination Committee, is timed around the olive harvest season, which typically […]

IDF & Security / Palestinian Authority / The Knesset / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

MK Demands IDF Stop Forcing Towns to Admit Palestinian Authority Workers

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Knesset member Zvi Sukkot calls on the head of IDF Central Command to end "discrimination" against Judea and Samaria residents.

Israel At War: Iron Swords / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria / United Nations (UN)

Ethnic Cleansing Anyone? PA Wants UN Order to Expel 500,000 Jews from Judea and Samaria

By Akiva Van Koningsveld

The resolution is expected to be brought to a vote at the U.N. General Assembly, which is scheduled to open on Sept. 10

Terrorism / Left vs. Right / Antisemitism / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Foreign Anarchists Fuel Chaos and Unrest in Judea and Samaria

By Sveta Listratov

“The ISM has a long history of cooperating with and protecting Palestinian terrorists," an expert said.

IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / Judea & Samaria

‘The Army is Now Seriously Turning Its Attention to Judea and Samaria’

By Josh Hasten

"As we saw only two weeks ago, a terrorist from Hebron carrying a bomb got to Tel Aviv—and only luck prevented a horrific result," said MK Ohad Tal.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Jenin Terror Cell Planned Oct.7-Style Massacre in Samaria

By JNS & JewishPress.com News Desk

The indictment accuses Osama Bani Fadl of making preparations for a mass infiltration of Jewish communities.

Judea & Samaria / Settlements

New Gush Etzion Town, Named for Terror Victim, Paves the Road to Jerusalem

By Josh Hasten

The new community is also known as "Neve Ori," in memory of 19-year-old Ori Ansbacher, a Gush resident who was murdered in 2019 by an Arab terrorist.

IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / News Briefs / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Tulkarem Terrorists Hide Bomb Inside Baby Stroller

By Pesach Benson / TPS

“Palestinian terrorists exploit the civilian population and exploit roads and infrastructure – but the ones who pay the price are the citizens,” tweeted Col. Avichay Adraee, the Israel Defense Force’s Arabic-language spokesman.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / Hamas / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Israel to Classify Judea, Samaria a ‘Combat Zone’ Amid Terror Escalation

By Hanan Greenwood / Israel Hayom

The recent dramatic surge in terrorist attacks emanating from the area has convinced Israel's security establishment that a shift in strategy is required.

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