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Netanyahu Condemns MK Tzvi Sukkot for Dismantling Terrorist Memorial Without Coordination

Prime Minister Netanyahu condemned MK Tzvi Sukkot for dismantling an Arab terrorist memorial in the West Bank without coordinating with the IDF, which criticized Sukkot for disrup…

First Caravans Arrive at New Shomron Settlement Noa, Marking Major Resettlement Step

The first caravans have arrived at the new settlement of Noa in northern Shomron, marking a key step in rebuilding communities uprooted during Israel's disengagement plan. Noa wil…

Yossi Dagan Launches V26 Campaign to Boost Right-Wing Voter Turnout Ahead of Elections

Yossi Dagan and his partners from the "My Likud" group have launched the V26 campaign to boost right-wing voter turnout across Israel, especially in low-turnout areas. Building on…

Shomron Regional Council Launches New Religious Tech High School for Girls in Havat Yair

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

Shin Bet Chief's Sister Joins Avi Maoz's Noam Party Ahead of Elections

Ahead of Israel's Knesset elections, Avi Maoz's Noam Party adds Yiska Haimov, sister of Shin Bet chief David Zini, and Liora Alon to its list, enhancing its expertise in education…

Rachov Rebbe Visits Shavei Shomron Hesder Yeshiva and Leads Students in Song

The Rachov Rebbe visited the Shavei Shomron Hesder Yeshiva, met with its head Rabbi Yehoshua Schmidt, and led students in singing the popular song "Shaarei Shamayim."

Families Return to Reestablish Kadim Settlement 21 Years After Disengagement

Thirty families have resettled Kadim in northern Samaria 21 years after its evacuation, marking a symbolic and strategic return. The ceremony featured the transfer of the original…

Hapoel Tel Aviv's Youth Star Ari Amiel Loaned to Elitzur Shomron for 2026/27 Season

Hapoel Tel Aviv loaned their youth basketball star Ari Amiel to Elitzur Shomron for the 2026/27 season after he earned MVP honors in the youth league finals.

Yossi Dagan's 'My Likud' Secures Major Win in Likud Primaries

Yossi Dagan's "My Likud" group achieved a historic victory in the Likud primaries, securing 13 top-20 list spots amid high voter turnout. The group, with over 8,000 members, demon…

Israel Reestablishes Kadim Settlement in Northern West Bank 21 Years After Disengagement

Israel officially reestablished the Kadim settlement in northern Samaria, 21 years after its evacuation during the disengagement plan. Around 30 families moved in, with top Israel…

Israel Officially Recognizes Two New Settlements in West Bank

Israel's Ministry of Interior has officially recognized two new West Bank settlements, Karmi Oz and Sahalav, completing their formal registration and enabling government services…

Environmental Report Reveals Severe Sewage Pollution in Benjamin Region Affecting Major Israeli Waterways

The Benjamin Regional Council reported 19 pollution incidents in July involving illegal sewage dumping affecting waterways from the West Bank to Israeli regions, posing a national…

Israeli Police Seize Weapons, Drugs, and Over 200,000 Shekels in Three Separate Raids

Israeli police and military forces arrested four suspects and seized weapons, drugs, and over 200,000 shekels in three raids in Tel Aviv, Ramat Hasharon, and Kafr Qalil near Shech…

New Families Prepare to Rebuild Kadim Settlement in Northern West Bank After 21 Years

After 21 years since its evacuation, Kadim settlement in northern Samaria is set to be rebuilt by a new generation of families, fulfilling a vow made by the original settlers. Thi…

Israeli Forces Seize M16 Rifle, Ammunition, and Over 100,000 Shekels Near Nablus

Israeli forces seized an M16 rifle, ammunition, and over 100,000 shekels in Kalil near Nablus, arresting two locals for investigation.

Israeli Security Forces Veterans with PTSD Visit National Basketball Team Training

On August 17, 2026, Israeli security forces veterans with PTSD visited the national basketball team's training as part of a rehabilitation project using basketball to aid recovery…

Democratic Candidate Moshe Redman Labels West Bank Council Head Yossi Dagan 'One of Israel's Most Dangerous'

Moshe Redman, a Democratic Party candidate, harshly criticized Yossi Dagan, Shomron Regional Council head, calling him one of Israel's most dangerous figures amid renewed settleme…

Israeli Film 'My One and Only' Blends Alien Invasion, Exorcism, and Religious Themes in Unique Debut

The Israeli film "My One and Only," directed by David Tauber, premiered this week after a festival debut last year. The film uniquely blends supernatural horror, religious themes…

Israeli Politicians Demand Action After Documentary Reveals Armed Palestinian Authority Forces in West Bank

A Channel 14 documentary revealing an armed Palestinian Authority force in the West Bank has triggered strong political reactions in Israel. Officials including Ministers Itamar B…

Fake Bomb Attached to PLO Flag Found Near Benjamin Settlement

A fake bomb attached to a PLO flag was found near Metzudat David in the Benjamin area and safely neutralized by Border Police bomb experts, prompting a police investigation.

Yossi Dagan's 'My Likud' Group Releases Recommended Candidates for Party Primaries

Yossi Dagan's "My Likud" settlement faction released its recommended candidate list for the Likud party primaries, emphasizing loyalty to settlement expansion and sovereignty goal…

Former Israeli Police Chief Calls for Courage to Enforce Law in West Bank Against Ideological Violence

Moshe Karadi, former Israeli police chief, urges Israeli authorities to courageously enforce existing laws in the West Bank against violent Jewish extremists. He warns that failur…

Gadi Eisenkot’s Yashar Party Raises Over 15 Million Shekels in Loan Guarantees Ahead of Elections

Ayelet Shaked Leads New Right-Wing Political Initiative Targeting Religious Zionists

Ayelet Shaked is spearheading a new right-wing political initiative in Israel targeting moderate religious Zionists and traditional right-wing voters. The group aims to form an in…

Itamar Ben Gvir Reveals Eight Likud Officials Approached Him to Join Otzma Yehudit

Itamar Ben Gvir revealed that eight senior Likud officials sought to join Otzma Yehudit before the primaries but did not switch. He discussed internal party negotiations, criticiz…

Bereaved Sister Delivers Emotional Speech at National Return Ceremony to Ganim Settlement in Northern Samaria

Elena Keshet, sister of Keti Vintrov who was killed in a 2001 terror attack, spoke emotionally at the National Return Ceremony to the Ganim settlement in northern Samaria. Keshet…

Kiryat Shmona Faces Political Shift Amid Post-War Recovery Challenges

Nearly two years after ceasefire, only 40% of Kiryat Shmona's residents have returned amid ongoing recovery struggles. Political leaders visit ahead of elections as residents deba…

Israeli Forces Arrest Terror Cell in Jenin Before Planned Attack at West Bank Ceremony

Israeli forces arrested a three-member terror cell in Jenin overnight that planned to attack a West Bank settlement ceremony attended by Defense Minister Israel Katz and other off…

Gilad Erdan's Party Criticizes Likud Over Ganim Settlement Event and Disengagement Legacy

The Ganim settlement was reestablished after 21 years with a ceremony attended by prominent right-wing politicians, including Yuli Edelstein who recently joined Gilad Erdan's part…

Israeli Families Reestablish Ganim Settlement in Northern West Bank After 21 Years

After 21 years, 30 Israeli families officially reestablished the Ganim settlement in northern West Bank, marking a strategic expansion of Jewish presence supported by government m…

IDF Orders Palestinian Families to Evacuate Homes in Kusra for Military Operation

The IDF has ordered Palestinian families in Kusra to evacuate their homes for a military operation lasting until Sunday, following a recent siege and amid international criticism…

Head of West Bank Settlement Council Condemns Violence in Kusra as Unacceptable

Israel Gantz, leader of the West Bank settlement council, condemned the violent siege of Palestinians in Kusra, calling it unacceptable and distancing the council from such action…

Residents Resettle Ganim in Northern West Bank Two Decades After Evacuation

The Ganim settlement in the northern West Bank has been resettled two decades after its evacuation, led by local and national Israeli leaders.

Israeli Reservists Urge IDF Chief to End Jewish Terror Amid Kosra Siege in West Bank

Over 300 Israeli reservists have petitioned IDF Chief Eyal Zamir to take firm action against Jewish extremist violence in the West Bank village of Kosra, citing inadequate militar…

Hapoel Jerusalem Signs Youth Forward Lior Hershko to Four-Year Deal

Hapoel Jerusalem signed 18-year-old forward Lior Hershko to a four-year contract and will loan him to Elitzur Shomron for the next season to aid his development. Hershko, a youth…

Israeli Mystery Drama 'My One and Only' Premieres Nationwide Supported by Shomron Film Fund

The Israeli mystery drama "My One and Only," inspired by Talmudic themes and supported by the Shomron Film Fund, premieres tomorrow nationwide. The film explores the intersecting…

Israeli Diaspora Minister Visits Northern West Bank, Calls 2005 Disengagement a Tragedy

Israeli Diaspora Minister Amichai Shikli visited northern Samaria with Yossi Dagan, who returned to Sha-Nur 21 years after the 2005 disengagement. Shikli called the disengagement…

IDF Destroys Home of Terrorist Behind Kfar Tal Shooting That Killed Two Officers

The IDF demolished the home of the terrorist who carried out a shooting attack in Kfar Tal that killed two Israeli officers, continuing its efforts to combat terrorism in the West…

Firefighters Battle Large Blaze Near Argaman in Jordan Valley Amid Multiple Regional Fires

Firefighters are battling a large wildfire near Argaman in the Jordan Valley, deploying planes and ground crews amid a series of regional fires. Control was gained over a fire in…

Israeli Settlement Ganim Reestablished in Northern Samaria After 21 Years

The Israeli settlement Ganim in northern Samaria is being reestablished this Thursday, 21 years after its evacuation in 2005. A group of families will resettle the area, accompani…

New Jewish Settlement Emek Dotan Established in Northern West Bank to Expand Regional Presence

Twenty-two families established the new Emek Dotan settlement in northern Samaria, marking the first new settlement there since 2005. The event was attended by senior Israeli offi…

Israeli Reservists’ Families Struggle with Repeated Call-Ups and Criticize Haredi Exemptions and Religious Zionist Support

Since October 2023, Israeli reservist families endure repeated call-ups, causing fear and disruption at home. Naama Yedid, a reservist’s wife, shares her family’s struggles and cr…

Former Shomron Council Head Gershon Mesika Returns to Politics, Joins Likud Primaries

Gershon Mesika, former Shomron council head, returns to politics by running in the Likud primaries for a reserved district seat, backed by local leaders after a Likud court ruling…

Gadi Eizenkot Seen as Kind but Lacking Key Qualities Needed for Israeli Prime Minister

Michael Kleiner critiques former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot's suitability for Israeli prime minister, stressing the need for experienced leadership amid critical 2036 electi…

Religious Authorities Condemn Illegal Violence Against Arabs and Advocate Torah Study with Scientific Knowledge

Religious authorities in Israel forbid illegal violence against Arabs, emphasizing adherence to state law and national unity during conflict. They condemn theft during tours in th…

Five Injured in Deadly Three-Vehicle Crash Near Makhora in Jordan Valley

A three-vehicle crash near Makhora in the Jordan Valley injured five people, four critically, with one car catching fire. Emergency teams rescued a trapped driver and airlifted vi…

Esther Dardik Condemns Administrative Detention of Husband Amid Hunger Strike Protest

Esther Dardik detailed her husband Tal Yinon Dardik’s 32-day hunger strike against his administrative detention without charges in the West Bank, condemning the secretive legal pr…

Three Fires Break Out in West Bank Including Near Hebron and Ariel

Three fires broke out in the West Bank near Hebron, Ma'ale Amos, and Ariel on Thursday, with firefighters working to contain them amid strong winds. A mobile home was destroyed in…