West Bank

Nearly half of Israeli public lost faith in IDF after Oct. 7 probes, survey shows

The biggest decline in trust was among Arab party voters, with 73% reporting a negative impact in trust, followed by coalition voters with 54%.

By MOSHE COHEN
08/03/2025
 Muslims pray on the first Friday of Ramadan, at the Al-Aqsa Mosque Compound in Jerusalem's Old City

Tens of thousands of Muslims hold Ramadan prayers on Temple Mount

Police said mass prayer on al-Aqsa ended on Friday afternoon with no irregular incidents, after Israel limited the number entering from the West Bank.

My Word: When cameras call the shots

The movie 'No Other Land' is not about giving the full picture; it’s about making a scene and making sure it’s captured on camera.

Will Trump green-light Israeli annexation of the West Bank at his address to Congress?

As Trump prepares to address Congress, speculation grows over whether he will endorse Israeli annexation of the West Bank, a move with major geopolitical stakes.

By BEN SALES/JTA
04/03/2025
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir arrives for a court hearing at the Supreme Court

Time to wake up! Israeli politicians react to Shin Bet, Netanyahu probe drama

"Bar must think the public is stupid," Ben-Gvir wrote, adding, "the Shin Bet itself was the one that blocked the worsening of conditions for terrorists in prison."

Terrorist fires at troops in West Bank, no injuries reported

The terrorist was eliminated by security forces, the IDF said.

IDF eliminates top Hamas official in Jenin operation

During the operation, Border Police, together with IDF soldiers, killed two additional terrorists and arrested three wanted individuals. 

04/03/2025

Live updates day 514: What happened in Israel, Lebanon, and Gaza?

Seven former hostages to fly to US to meet Trump officials • Arab media reports IDF raided refugee camp near Nablus • Egypt attempting to mediate aid for Gaza

Katz: Lack of settlements led to security deterioration in Samaria

Samaria Regional Council head Yossi Dagan referred to Judea and Samaria as “Israel’s bulletproof vest.”

Annexation: While the IDF fights in Gaza, Smotrich is seizing control of the West Bank

The process of stripping the military of its powers in the West Bank and shifting control over to civilian bodies under Bezalel Smotrich’s leadership is almost complete.

By ZIV STAHL
02/03/2025
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