Hebron

A Saturday in Hebron, from checkpoints to a shared table - opinion

Hebron can honor the memory of its Jewish residents while upholding the right of its Palestinian residents today to live with dignity and move freely in their own city.

Israeli soldiers stand guard near security barriers as Israeli forces close several Palestinian-owned shops and restrict the movement of Palestinian residents ahead of a visit by Israeli visitors to the Old City of Hebron, West Bank, November 4, 2026.
It is suspected that the driver tried to blend in with the Haredi population through his appearance, hoping not to arouse the suspicion of the fighters at the crossing.

Border Police arrest Palestinian disguised as haredi Jew while attempting to enter Israel illegally

Jews seen in the West Bank city of Hebron, during Shabbat Chayei Sarah celebrations, November 15, 2025. (Illustrative)

IDF on high alert in Hebron as 20,000 Israelis expected for Shabbat amid terror attack fears

SMOKE RISES as Israeli forces demolish two Palestinian homes in Hebron, in late October 2026.

Abraham and Hebron’s lesson for Israel: A Jewish state cannot deny others’ rights - opinion


Man indicted after being caught with a loaded gun in Jerusalem's Old City

The suspect was held in detention following his arrest, and the detention was extended to June 11. 

The gun confiscated from the man in Jerusalem illegally on May 29, 2026.

IDF opens investigation into West Bank incident where seven-month-old baby was killed

The IDF opened an investigation after a seven-month-old Palestinian baby was reportedly killed during an operation near Hebron, where soldiers fired at a vehicle they said accelerated towards them.

Israeli soldiers operate during a military raid in the West Bank city of Hebron, May 24, 2026.

Two Palestinian civilians wounded, one killed during IDF operations in West Bank

The Palestinian Ministry of Health reported that a seven-month-old baby was killed in the incident, though the death has not been confirmed by the IDF.

Israeli soldiers operate during a military raid in the West Bank city of Hebron, May 24, 2026.

WATCH: IDF raids home of terrorist who carried out Sunday's car ramming attack in Gush Etzion

As part of the operation, soldiers from the Yehuda Brigade interrogated those close to the terrorist. 

IDF operates in Hebron, West Bank, June 1, 2026.

Significant award inspired by tragedy: Herzog presents Jerusalem Unity Prize 2026

The prize is awarded to individuals and organizations dedicated to advancing mutual respect and tolerance who work towards creating harmony in the societies in which they live.

PRESIDENT HERZOG presents the Jerusalem Unity Prize 2026 at the President’s Residence.

Last remaining survivor of 1929 Hebron massacre passes away at 100

Yitzhak Ben Hebron was about four years old at the outbreak of the riots that led to the massacre, and managed to escape the violence through the window of the Avraham Avinu Synagogue.

An officer of the Palestinian Police stands guard outside the Hebron Yeshiva (school for Talmudic study) in the aftermath of the Hebron massacre in Mandatory Palestine, 1929.

Jerusalem man arrested over alleged threat against Itamar Ben-Gvir

Upon receiving the complaint, Judea and Samaria District police opened an investigation and notified additional security officials, police said.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, November 3, 2025.

Palestinian municipal vote reveals shift toward pragmatism, accountability - opinion

Palestinian local elections revealed a stronger-than-expected turnout despite boycott calls, signaling a shift toward accountable governance.

A Palestinian woman is seen voting in local elections, in Gaza.

Project to make Tel Hebron’s Second Temple mikveh accessible to visitors nearly complete, INPA says

Burda added that visitors to the site will be able to learn about the bath’s significance, its place within daily life, and “momentarily experience the religious and social reality of that era.”

Aerial photo of Tel Hebron's Second Temple period mikvah, April 30, 2026.

Three Palestinian women killed in Iranian missile attack near Hebron, Palestinian Red Crescent says

This is the first Iranian strike to kill Palestinians since the war between the US, Israel, and Iran began three weeks ago.

Palestinian security forces gather at the scene where Palestinian women were killed in an Iranian missile attack near Hebron in the West Bank March 18,2026.