Judea And Samaria

A significant development for the settlement movement in Judea and Samaria. As part of Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's settlement policy, the Ministry of Interior has granted official settlement codes to four additional communities, establishing their status as full-fledged settlements in Israel.

Minister of Finance and Religious Zionism party chairman Bezalel Smotrich stated that the army will have to disarm Palestinian areas in Judea and Samaria, warning that the proliferation of illegal weapons poses a major security threat.

The campaign against agricultural terror in Judea and Samaria continues. On Wednesday evening, security forces conducted a raid in the village of Al-Mughayyir, where, over the past two months, terrorists have repeatedly targeted farms, including the theft of livestock from Givat Or Nachman and Metzudat David.

The IDF is on high alert following warnings of regional escalation and potential nationalist crime. In two weeks, the Judea and Samaria Division will expand to 26 battalions, incorporating three regular brigades.

An investigation team of the Judea and Samaria District Police located a white pickup truck that was allegedly used for the violent attack in the village. When the suspects spotted it approaching, they began attacking it — two of them were arrested. The police and Shin Bet continue their attempt to uncover the identities of those involved, including the use of special measures.

Police Commissioner Rav-Nitzav Dani Levy addressed the damage caused by violence from rioters in Judea and Samaria in a closed conversation, stating: "There is a handful whose entire purpose is to attack Palestinians."

The suspects, aged 16-20, were arrested as part of an investigation into violent incidents in At-Tuwani and Khirbet Tuba, in which structures and a vehicle were torched and graffiti was sprayed. Three vehicles were seized. Police expect further arrests.

According to the Palestinians, the arson occurred in the village of Bazariya. Graffiti was sprayed on the building's walls against the US Ambassador to Israel and threats were made toward a "Kan" reporter and the security establishment: "You have been warned." Simultaneously, police arrested 8 suspects aged 16-20 for arson and assault in the southern Hebron Hills.

In the village of Qusra, located in Area B, Jewish rioters arrive on weekends and attack Palestinian residents. Despite condemnations by the Prime Minister and an increased alert level, incidents repeat without arrests. Ynet military correspondent Elisha Ben Kimon explains why Qusra has become a flashpoint.

534 new deals were closed in the first half of 2026, surpassing the total for 2025. The region is shifting from a model of villas to high-density projects, driven by government policies aimed at transforming the area.

Directives are primarily coming from Iran and Hamas, targeting Israelis in Judea and Samaria. A senior military official emphasizes that the IDF's role is to prevent any terror event that could ignite the region.

In an interview with 103FM radio, the Judea and Samaria District Commander claimed that the responsibility for arresting the rioters in Qusra lies with the army. According to him, "This is not the first incident where instead of arresting those rioters, they disperse them." He claims that the IDF should have, in addition to dispersing those rioters, also arrested the people on the ground.

This morning, numerous bus lines in Judea and Samaria were disrupted as Tnufa drivers found their vehicles without fuel. The incident occurred simultaneously with a court injunction against a planned strike by the drivers.

Riots in the West Bank village resumed following clashes between Jewish rioters and Palestinians. IDF and Border Police forces intervened to separate the sides, confiscated the rioters' vehicles, and launched an investigation.

The chairman of the "Yashar!" party opposed construction in the E1 area between Jerusalem and Ma'ale Adumim. The chairman of the "Amcha Yisrael" party replied: "If we had considered the world, the State of Israel would not have been established."

Days after the broadcast of the Channel 14 investigation "7.10: The Judea and Samaria Version," which highlighted the fear of a coordinated attack, IDF Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir ordered an increase in the alert level and a reinforcement of forces in the sector.

The teenager was stopped for inspection near the Sa'ir-Halhul junction on Highway 60. The license of the 30-year-old who sat next to him was revoked, and the vehicle was impounded for 30 days.

The MK addressed the destruction of the terrorists' monument and said that "the amazing thing is that the condemnations were only in Israel": "The condemnation by Gideon Sa'ar and the IDF Spokesperson – they caused damage, they are being quoted everywhere."

More than 800 incidents of nationalist crime have been recorded since the beginning of the year, and the security establishment estimates that the 2023 record will be broken. The IDF warns of deliberate attempts to create friction in Areas A and B, alongside the economic crisis in the PA and the succession battles. The series of "lone wolf" attacks is also worrying; 25 battalions are deployed in...

The Commander of the Central Command signed on Tuesday 18 new jurisdictions for communities in Judea and Samaria, including new settlements, young settlements, and veteran communities. The move is part of Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's policy to expand and regulate the settlements, with 70 new jurisdictions promoted in less than a year.

Police investigators proved that the fire in the house near Beit Amra was caused by an electrical fault and not by arson. After a series of contradictions, the mother and her son admitted that they had framed Israelis after their family members had been attacked in the past.

MK Zvi Sukkot destroyed a monument to terrorists in a Palestinian village and claimed that the IDF did not respond to his demand. The army responded sharply, and the chairman of the Religious Zionism faction wondered in a closed group: "Is this a move coordinated with the campaign? Is there a deep strategy in it?"

The chairman of the Democrats, Yair Golan, commented on footage showing MK Zvi Sukkot destroying monuments to terrorists in Samaria. In response to the accusations, Sukkot demanded the post be deleted, threatening a lawsuit.

MK Zvi Sukkot stated he personally took action to remove monuments honoring terrorists after the army failed to act on his demands. Gilad Kariv of The Democrats criticized the event, noting that MKs are often denied access to other villages due to a lack of security forces.

The Chief of Staff and the Central Command Chief warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz that nationalist crime in Judea and Samaria is on the verge of an explosion. The IDF is concerned about the significant echo these events are receiving in the USA and the resulting American pressure, which has led to a slowdown in the establishment of farms in the area.

The brigade's forces operated over the last three months in the Strip on a mission to defend and clear the 'yellow line' area of terrorist infrastructure. The forces destroyed underground tunnels and located weapons used by Hamas. Against the backdrop of the transfer of forces to Judea and Samaria, Netanyahu conducted a situation assessment amid rising tensions in the region.

The Efrat Local Council is promoting a plan to build about 500 new housing units, including in 15-story buildings. A protected housing complex is also planned. Council head: "A strategic move for the entire region."

The soldier was arrested last night on the Beitunia bypass road on his way to the Dolev-Talmonim bloc. The Binyamin Council criticized the Civil Administration: "Instead of blaming the PA police, they blame the Israeli." The IDF response will be provided when received.

Over the past 24 hours, Civil Administration forces rescued three Israeli citizens who entered Palestinian Authority territories in the areas of Ramallah, Jericho, and Bethlehem. Among those rescued: an armed reservist handed over to the IDF, a citizen who entered Jericho intentionally, and a person with mental health issues. The security establishment reiterates: entering Area A is...

A terrorist attempted to snatch a weapon from a 94th Battalion soldier at Rimonim Junction in the Binyamin region. The soldier responded immediately, firing at the attacker and neutralizing him; the soldier remained unharmed. Commanders praised the soldier for his alertness and quick reaction.

Just as Palestinian terrorism is at a low point, the army warns that the Judea and Samaria sector is on the verge of an explosion due to the rise in nationalist crime, and the fear is, of course, a total conflagration. Sources in the system admit that the bodies are unable to channel the work between them and fight the phenomenon, which is meanwhile being watched with concern from overseas...

The ice cream company sued food giant Unilever, claiming it tried to censor the brand's social activism. A federal court in New York dramatically reduced the lawsuit: seven out of ten counts were dismissed, and the legal proceedings continue regarding the issue of unpaid payments.

Police have concluded a preliminary investigation into the incident near Hebron where a security officer shot and killed a 17-year-old Palestinian. Findings indicate that ultra-Orthodox hikers were attacked with stones in Area B, prompting the security officer to open fire. The official statement omits claims regarding the threat level after warning shots were fired, as well as reports of arson...

Rioters set fire to work equipment and sprayed graffiti in Wadi Rahin, against the backdrop of IDF activity in the area. A group of extremists distributed a poster showing the commander of the Judea and Samaria Division alongside the GOC Central Command: "Eviction champions. Your destroyers and devastators."

After the new British Foreign Secretary, Ed Miliband, expressed firm opposition to the plan for building housing units in the area between Jerusalem and Ma'ale Adumim, the chairman of the Religious Zionism party went on the offensive. "The British Mandate in Eretz Yisrael has ended," Smotrich declared, while also challenging Gadi Eisenkot.

The IDF recently completed a series of exercises simulating a surprise attack in Judea and Samaria. Commanders practiced decision-making under conditions of uncertainty and in multi-casualty scenarios.

Police have determined that a fire in a residential structure near Beit Amra was caused by a short circuit, not arson. The findings contradict claims made by local residents that Israelis were responsible for the blaze.

Police, forensics, and firefighters entered the Beit Amra area this morning under IDF protection to investigate reports of a Palestinian home being set on fire by Israelis. Investigators determined that no accelerants were found and the blaze was caused solely by an electrical failure. There were no casualties.

The new reality requires not only a security concept for the border, but also a civilian one: strong communities, agriculture, education, employment, and stable civilian presence. A border is not just a line to be defended; it is also a space where people live.

The third and final episode of the investigative series "7.10 – Judea and Samaria version" aired on Channel 14, examining the threat posed by the Palestinian Authority. The investigation explores whether Israel remains captive to outdated concepts and how terror elements in Judea and Samaria are preparing for scenarios even larger than the October 7 massacre.

The IDF will end the deployment of reserve soldiers who have been securing communities in the area since the war began due to threat scenarios similar to October 7th. The Border Police stated that responsibility for security systems now lies with the communities themselves. Local officials criticized the move, calling it disconnected from the reality on the ground.

The Ministry of Interior has granted an official settlement code to Karmi Oz (formerly Givat Harel) and Salhav, where a city is planned on an area of about 4,500 dunams. This move completes the legalization process and allows the communities to receive direct state services.

In an intelligence-led operation by the 'Hetz Yehuda' unit of the Judea and Samaria District, a resident of Dahariya in his 50s was arrested. In his home, a Glock pistol, two magazines, and dozens of 9mm rounds were found. 'The fight against illegal weapons and combat equipment in Judea and Samaria continues continuously.'

A report by the Binyamin Regional Council points to a series of cases where sewage and waste were dumped into open areas and stream channels, raising concerns about environmental consequences that extend beyond the region's borders. Binyamin Regional Council head and Yesha Council chairman Israel Gantz: "The State of Israel must treat this situation as a national environmental threat."

We reveal this evening (Monday) the plan of Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir for the day after the transfer of enforcement powers, the Judea and Samaria Border Police, and the authority to issue administrative orders to the Israel Police. The plan includes a series of measures against anarchists operating in the southern Hebron Hills, alongside the expansion of Border Police...

Defense Minister Israel Katz held a follow-up discussion yesterday, Sunday, on the subject of Judea and Samaria, with the participation of IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir. At the end of the discussion, it was agreed that the IDF would submit a comprehensive plan within two weeks to transfer civil enforcement in the region to the Israel Police. Alongside this, it was decided to quickly promote the...

In the world, we cry out against attacks on Jews and synagogues, but in the face of violence by Jewish extremists in Judea and Samaria, the State of Israel responds with silence. When the American ambassador is already talking about "Israeli terrorists," it is impossible to continue turning a blind eye.

The screening of the film "7.10: The Judea and Samaria Version" on Channel 14, which revealed chilling footage and classified documents about the Palestinian Authority army being built in the heart of the country, sparked a major storm in the political system and security agencies. The film demonstrated how the Oslo Accords birthed an armed and trained force right under the nose of the security...

The horror scenario that has occupied many Israelis for three years is now receiving a shocking documentary expression. The series "The 7.10 Film – The Judea and Samaria Version" reveals a complex security reality, raising difficult questions regarding Israel's readiness for a potential mass invasion by Palestinian Authority forces.

A suspicious object attached to a PLO flag was discovered near Havat Metzudat David, prompting a response from police, Border Police sappers, and IDF forces. Following an inspection, it was determined to be a dummy explosive device. An investigation has been opened.