Samaria

Israeli Police Arrest Palestinian Teen Driving Without License on Road 60

Israeli police stopped a vehicle on Road 60 and found a 15-year-old Palestinian driving without a license, allowed by his uncle who claimed he wanted the boy to learn driving. The…

Amit Baruchin Yeshiva in Samaria Wins Prestigious Excellence Award on Its 10th Anniversary

Amit Baruchin Yeshiva in Samaria received a prestigious Ministry of Education award for excellence in academics and values on its 10th anniversary. The yeshiva serves around 860 s…

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…

IDF Delays MP Tzvi Sukkot's West Bank Memorial Tour Amid Security Concerns

Knesset member Tzvi Sukkot's planned memorial tour in the West Bank village of Madama was initially denied by the IDF due to security concerns but later approved and coordinated…

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 Lawmakers Call to Cancel Oslo Accords and Restore Full Presence at Joseph's Tomb in West Bank

Israeli lawmakers Tzvika Fogel and Limor Son Har-Melech toured the northern West Bank, calling for canceling the Oslo Accords and restoring full Israeli presence at Joseph's Tomb…

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…

Kedumim Invests Over 3 Million Shekels in Education Ahead of New School Year

Kedumim council invested over 3 million shekels in new buildings and renovations across schools and kindergartens, enhancing education for hundreds of children as the new school y…

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…

First Caravans Arrive to Establish New Settlement Noa in Northern Samaria

The first caravans have arrived at the site of the new settlement Noa in northern Samaria, marking a significant step in establishing a new community to connect and strengthen the…

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…

Religious Zionism Lawmaker Faces Backlash After Destroying Palestinian Memorial

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…

IDF Central Command Warns Nationalist Crime Could Ignite West Bank Violence

Central Command Chief Avi Blot warned that nationalist crime in the West Bank could spark widespread violence despite declining Palestinian terror attacks. IDF Chief of Staff Eyal…

IDF Arrests Two West Bank Militants Planning Attacks Following Family Killings

The IDF arrested two militants in the northern West Bank planning attacks, including Maam Hazam, son of a recently killed attacker and brother of a previous terrorist.

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…

Samaria Council Head Yossi Dagan Launches V26 Campaign to Boost Right-Wing Voter Turnout Ahead of Israeli Elections

Yossi Dagan and partners have launched V26, a nationwide campaign to boost right-wing voter turnout in Israel’s upcoming elections, building on the successful V22 model from 2022…

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…

Family Honors Fallen Soldier Amichai Ben David with Mezuzah in Kedem Settlement

Evyatar Bartal placed a mezuzah in his new home in Kedem, crafted by Ayelet, sister of fallen soldier Amichai Ben David, to honor his memory and dream of settlement. The mezuzah s…

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…

Samaria Regional Council Launches New Religious Technological High School for Girls

The Samaria Regional Council is opening a new religious technological high school for girls in Havat Yair for grades 9-12, managed by the Amit Network. The school aims to offer an…

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…

Israeli Rabbis Debate Integrating Religious Law Into State Judiciary or Building Separate System

At a conference in West Samaria, Israeli rabbis and legal experts debated whether to integrate religious judges into Israel's civil courts or establish a separate rabbinical court…

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…

Young Israeli Man Moderately Wounded in Stabbing Near Jordan Valley Village

A 24-year-old Israeli man was moderately wounded in a stabbing near Auja village in the Jordan Valley; the 16-year-old assailant fled, prompting an IDF manhunt and roadblocks.