Judea
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Judea, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Ashkelon Mayor Praises Finance Minister Smotrich for Historic Tax Benefits and Development Efforts
Ashkelon Mayor Tomer Glam praised Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich for his historic tax relief and development initiatives benefiting Ashkelon residents and the broader region. G…
Israeli Police Arrest 15-Year-Old Palestinian Driving on Route 60 with Relative's Permission
Israeli police caught a 15-year-old Palestinian driving without a license on Route 60 in the West Bank, with a 30-year-old relative admitting he allowed it to teach the boy. The a…
MK Tzvi Sukkot Blames Gideon Sa'ar and IDF Spokesperson for International Backlash Over Palestinian Monument Incident
MK Tzvi Sukkot destroyed a Palestinian militants' monument in the West Bank, sparking international condemnation and diplomatic damage. He blamed Gideon Sa'ar and the IDF spokespe…
MK Tzvi Sukkot Urges IDF to Remove Terrorist Memorials in West Bank
MK Tzvi Sukkot called on the IDF to remove terrorist memorials in the West Bank, citing prior warnings and urging systematic action to stop glorifying attackers of Jews.
Architectural Contrast in West Bank: Simple Jewish Settlements Versus Lavish Palestinian Mansions
A field report from the West Bank highlights a sharp architectural contrast between simple Jewish settlements and large, ornate Palestinian mansions, revealing socio-economic disp…
Israeli Police Disprove Palestinian Arson Claim Near Hebron as Fabrication
Israeli police disproved Palestinian claims that Israelis set fire to a home near Hebron, finding the fire was caused by an electrical fault. The Palestinian mother admitted fabri…
IDF Central Command Approves 18 New Jurisdiction Areas to Expand West Bank Settlements
The IDF Central Command approved 18 new jurisdiction areas to expand Israeli settlements in Judea and Samaria, part of a broader policy by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to str…
US Warns Israel Against Taking Support for Granted Amid Rising West Bank Violence
During a US delegation's visit to Israel, officials warned Israeli leaders against nationalist violence in the West Bank, highlighting that such acts risk undermining US support…
Israeli Officials’ Controversial Actions and Statements Fuel Global Backlash Amid Gaza Conflict
Israeli coalition members’ controversial actions and statements, including monument destruction and provocative rhetoric, have sparked global diplomatic backlash amid the Gaza con…
Israeli Officials Urge Netanyahu to Advance Sovereignty in West Bank Amid Settlement Expansion
At a Binyamin settlement event, Israel Gantz urged Prime Minister Netanyahu to continue settlement expansion in the West Bank and apply Israeli sovereignty there. Gantz highlighte…
Ofer Winter’s New List Deals Major Blow to Netanyahu and Smotrich in Right-Wing Politics
Ofer Winter has launched a new political list that directly challenges the Religious Zionism party and limits Netanyahu’s influence by presenting a diverse and strong alternative…
Israel Expels Dutch Representatives Over Anti-Israel Policies and Settlement Opposition
Israel ordered Dutch representatives to leave within a week due to the Netherlands' anti-Israel trade law and opposition to West Bank settlements. The move follows Dutch participa…
Baruch Marzel Reveals Vote That Split Otzma Yehudit Leadership and Criticizes Itamar Ben-Gvir
Political and Military Leaders Clash Over Unpreparedness in West Bank Security Briefing
Following a last-minute security briefing on Jewish extremist violence in the West Bank, Israeli political and military leaders exchanged accusations over preparedness and coordin…
Finance Minister Smotrich Supports Demolition of Palestinian Monuments by IDF
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich backed his party colleague Tzvi Sukkot's destruction of a Palestinian monument and called for the IDF to demolish similar sites in the West Bank…
Netanyahu Condemns MK Zvi Sukkot for Taking Law into Own Hands in West Bank
Prime Minister Netanyahu condemned MK Zvi Sukkot for dismantling a West Bank monument, stressing only the IDF has authority there. Finance Minister Smotrich criticized opposition…
Thousands Celebrate Summer’s End at New Beit El Amphitheater with Shuli Rand and Ben Tzur
Thousands celebrated the opening of Beit El's new amphitheater with performances by Shuli Rand and Ben Tzur, marking a cultural milestone for the settlement and the Binyamin regio…
Ariel Connects to Israel’s Largest Wastewater Treatment System for Regional Growth
Israel’s Energy Minister and Ariel’s Mayor signed an agreement to connect Ariel and Samaria to the Gush Dan wastewater treatment plant, Israel’s largest. This connection will supp…
Gideon Sa'ar Condemns MK Tzvi Sukkot's Unauthorized Actions in West Bank Village
Gideon Sa'ar criticized MK Tzvi Sukkot for unauthorized actions in the West Bank village of Ma'adama, where Sukkot destroyed a memorial to a Palestinian militant. Sa'ar stressed t…
Ben David Group Launches Luxury Towers Setting New Standard for Religious Zionist Community Near Jerusalem
The Ben David Group is developing luxury residential towers in Maale Adumim, offering high-end living close to Jerusalem for religious Zionist families and investors. The project…
Israeli Forces Foil Weapon Smuggling Near Adam Bridge, Arrest Two Suspects
Israeli police and military stopped a weapons smuggling attempt near Adam Bridge on the Jordan border, arresting two men from Jericho and seizing 10 pistols. The suspects and weap…
Israeli Paratroopers Complete Three-Month Gaza Operation, Shift to West Bank
The Israeli Paratroopers Brigade ended a three-month operation in Gaza focused on destroying terror tunnels and infrastructure, now redeploying to the West Bank. Defense Minister…
Netanyahu and Defense Minister Report Historic Drop in West Bank Terror Attacks
Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz reported a historic decline in Palestinian terror attacks in the West Bank during a security briefing, crediting IDF and Shin Be…
Israeli Reservist Assaulted and Detained by Palestinian Police in West Bank's Area C
An Israeli reservist was detained and assaulted by Palestinian Authority police in Area C of the West Bank after a confrontation over his weapon. He was pepper-sprayed, beaten, an…
European Countries Escalate Sanctions Over Israeli Settlements Amid E1 Construction Plans
European countries have intensified sanctions against Israeli settlements following Israel's plan to build 1,200 housing units in the sensitive E1 area of the West Bank. While the…
Expert Warns Halting Palestinian Worker Employment Could Spur Migration Surge
Dr. Yehuda Yemini warns that Israel's halt on employing Palestinian workers has shifted labor to foreigners, lowered West Bank living standards, and may lead to increased Palestin…
Israeli Expert Calls for Zero Tolerance on All Political Violence Across Society
Professor Gil Troy calls for Israel to enforce zero tolerance on all political violence, citing rising attacks by violent settlers and extremists. He urges unified law enforcement…
Israeli Reservist Attacked by Arabs in West Bank and Rescued by Palestinian Police in Coordination with IDF
An Israeli reservist was attacked by Arabs near Ein Arik in the West Bank and rescued by Palestinian police working with the IDF. Separately, an Israeli woman was safely extracted…
IDF Rescues Three Jews Entering Palestinian Authority Areas Amid Rising Tensions
The IDF rescued three Jews who entered Palestinian Authority areas in separate incidents on Sunday in the West Bank. Two suspects were also arrested for assaulting an elderly disa…
Palestinian Authority and Egyptian Intelligence Discuss West Bank Situation and Upcoming Elections
Palestinian Authority deputy Hussein al-Sheikh held talks with Egyptian intelligence on Israeli expansion in the West Bank and upcoming Palestinian elections, with Egypt concerned…
Israeli Forces Arrest Four Terror Suspects Including Hamas and ISIS Operatives in Binyamin
Israeli forces arrested four terror suspects in the Binyamin area, including two ISIS and one Hamas operative, and seized three M16 rifles during weekend raids. The operation aims…
Israeli Forces Capture Suspect in West Bank Stabbing Attack on Haredi Youth
Israeli forces captured the suspect who stabbed a 24-year-old Haredi man in the West Bank village of Auja. The victim was moderately injured, and the assailant was caught followin…
West Bank Becomes Israel’s Central Political and Security Front After October 7 Attacks
Following the October 7 attacks, Israel’s focus has shifted to the West Bank as the central arena for political campaigns, international diplomatic battles, and looming security t…
Finance Minister Smotrich Advances Three-Step Plan to Bolster Security Near Jenin
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich visited near Jenin and announced a three-part plan to enhance security by boosting military forces, expanding settlements, and incentivizing youn…
Israeli Police Arrest Two Teens for Beating Disabled Palestinian and Sharing Video Online
Israeli police arrested two Jewish teens for beating a disabled Palestinian man and sharing the video online. The attack occurred in the West Bank and sparked international media…
Firefighters Gain Control Over Massive Car Lot Blaze in Kiryat Arba After 16 Hours
After 16 hours of firefighting, Israeli teams controlled a massive fire that destroyed hundreds of vehicles in a Kiryat Arba car lot, with ongoing investigations into the cause.
Young Man Stabbed Near Jordan Valley Shopping Center; Attacker Flees
A man in his 20s was stabbed in the shoulder near a shopping center by the village of Ouja in the Jordan Valley. The attacker fled, and security forces are searching for him. The…
IDF Launches Manhunt After Stabbing Attack Near Jordan Valley Village
A 24-year-old Haredi man was moderately injured in a stabbing near Auja in the Jordan Valley. The attacker fled, triggering a large IDF manhunt involving special forces and air su…
Itamar Ben Gvir Fires Back at Amit Segal Over Government Criticism
Israeli minister Itamar Ben Gvir responded strongly to political commentator Amit Segal's claim that he harms Israel and should be excluded from the next government, accusing Sega…
Man Killed in East Jerusalem Family Feud Sparks Silwan Clashes; Police Shoot Dead Two Attackers
Ra'am Leader Mansour Abbas Advances Partnership with Yoav Segalovich Ahead of New Israeli Government
Mansour Abbas, leader of the Ra'am party, is advancing the inclusion of Yoav Segalovich in Ra'am's Knesset faction as part of efforts to form a stable new Israeli government. Abba…
Abraham Shabot Recalls Pivotal 1975 Sebastia Gathering That Led to West Bank Settlements
Abraham Shabot recalls the 1975 Sebastia gathering where 5,000 settlers confronted Defense Minister Shimon Peres, leading to the decision to establish West Bank settlements. His t…
Finance Minister Smotrich Demands Gadi Eizenkot Clarify Stance on Controversial E1 Construction
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich publicly challenged Gadi Eizenkot to clarify his position on construction in the politically sensitive E1 area near Jerusalem, accusing him of ev…
MK Avi Maoz Pledges to Pass Sovereignty Law Over West Bank Immediately After Elections
MK Avi Maoz urges right-wing parties to commit to passing a law extending Israeli sovereignty over the West Bank immediately after the 2026 elections to prevent the creation of a…
Former Defense Advisor Joins Ofer Winter's New Right-Wing Party Ahead of Knesset Run
Kobi Eliraz, former Defense Ministry settlement advisor, joins retired Brigadier General Ofer Winter's new right-wing party as it prepares for a Knesset run, aiming to unite right…
JNF Opposes Major Expansion Plan for Beit Shemesh Over Environmental Concerns
The Jewish National Fund opposes a major Beit Shemesh expansion plan that would develop nearly 1,000 dunams of green land east of Highway 10, arguing the city can grow without har…
Clashes in Sa’ir Village Leave Israelis Injured by Stones and Palestinians Wounded by Gunfire
In Sa’ir village near Hebron, Palestinians threw stones at unauthorized Israeli hikers, injuring Israelis. Security forces fired back, wounding Palestinians. A building fire was a…
Israeli Civilians Injured in Unapproved Hike Amid Stone-Throwing Attack in Gush Etzion
Israeli civilians were injured in a stone-throwing attack by Palestinians during an unauthorized hike near Misad in Gush Etzion. The IDF intervened, firing shots and dispersing th…