Cave of Patriarchs
Foreign Ministry denies annulment of Hebron Agreement, contradicting Smotrich's announcement
Under the 1997 Hebron Agreement, the Hebron Municipality oversaw planning and construction across the city, including the Tomb of the Patriarchs and the adjoining Ibrahimi Mosque.
Israel barred Islamic officials from entering Ibrahimi Mosque, Palestinians claim
PA condemns ‘Judaization project’ after Israel takes over planning for Tomb of the Patriarchs
Israel strips planning powers for Tomb of Patriarchs from Hebron
Palestinian leaders: Disabled access to Tomb of Patriarchs is 'war crime'
Israel plans to install an elevator at the site will allow easier access for Jewish and Muslim disabled visitors alike.
Suspect with knife apprehended near Cave of the Patriarchs
Initial investigations indicate that the suspect came to the Cave of the Patriarchs with the intent to commit a terror attack.
Israel to issue tender for controversial Hebron elevator project
Alternate Prime Minister and Defense Minister Benny Gantz’s predecessor, Yamina party head Naftali Bennett, promoted the project and ensured that it received all its authorizations.
Woman arrested at Cave of Patriarchs with a knife in her bag
January was the last time a stabbing attack was attempted at the Cave of Patriarchs, however prior to that attempt there were several others in prior months.
Palestinians angered over prayer restrictions at Cave of the Patriarchs
The PA accused Israel of deliberately infringing on religious freedoms by applying restrictions.
IDF issues expropriation order for Tomb of Patriarchs elevator project
COGAT has informed the Hebron municipality and the PA about the Civil Administration’s intent to push forward with plans for the project.
Hebron Jewish community provides prayer services for diaspora Jews
The YESHA Council and the Hebron Jewish Community joined forces to make sure that the mourner's kaddish is recited for those who have lost their lives during the coronavirus outbreak.
PA: Israeli seizure of Hebron municipal powers for elevator is a crime
Naftali Bennett: 'Every person, irrespective of whether or not they are disabled, should have the opportunity to visit the tomb, which is an important Jewish heritage site'
Netanyahu meets with Republicans after Temple Mount visit
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with visiting Republican congressmen Mike Johnson of Louisiana and Jim Jordan of Ohio.
IDF soldier who stopped Hebron stabbing receives certificate of honor
Israel Border police have heightened security near the Tomb of the Patriarchs.