Hebron

IDF carries out anti-terrorism operation in Hebron, seizes illegal weapons, arrests wanted suspects

The operation "is part of a series of proactive operations to thwart terrorism in Judea and Samaria and to strengthen the defense of the settlements," IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir said.

|ByDANYA SAPERSTEIN
Chief of Staff, Lt. Col. Eyal Zamir conducts a situation assessment as part of an operation in the Hebron region
IDF troops operate in the Hebron, in the West Bank to destroy the home of Imran al-Atrash, one of the terrorists responsible for the November 18, 2025, ramming and stabbing attack that resulted in the death of 70-year-old Kiryat Arba resident Aharon Cohen. January 15, 2026.

Hebron residents blame family feuds for IDF counterterrorism operation

Dozens have been injured in fighting between Palestinian families, specifically in the Jabal Johar neighborhood and surrounding areas in southern Hebron over the past several months.

|ByDANA BEN-SHIMON
The Ibrahimi mosque or the Tomb of the Patriarchs, in the West Bank city of Hebron, July 3, 2024.

Israel barred Islamic officials from entering Ibrahimi Mosque, Palestinians claim

Palestinian officials say two mosque figures were barred from the Ibrahimi Mosque for 15 days amid ongoing tensions in Hebron.

|ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD
IDF troops operate in the Hebron, in the West Bank to destroy the home of Imran al-Atrash, one of the terrorists responsible for the November 18, 2025, ramming and stabbing attack that resulted in the death of 70-year-old Kiryat Arba resident Aharon Cohen. January 15, 2026.

IDF launches large-scale counterterrorism operation in Hebron area

The operation is expected to continue for several days. During this period, residents may hear explosion sounds and observe increased movement of IDF forces throughout the area.

|ByAMIR BOHBOT

Five IDF soldiers wounded in suspected ramming attack in Hebron Hills

The terrorist who attacked the IDF soldiers was Omar Hassin, 16, from Hebron. He was killed at the scene

DECEMBER 29, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Military helicopter arrives to Shaarei Tzedek hospital in Jerusalem, December 29, 2023

Tourism Monster: New hotel complex in Jerusalem, and more

Jerusalem Municipality approves ambitious real estate plans for tourism and urban renewal.

DECEMBER 13, 2023ByOFER PETERSBURG
Simulation for the new hotel and residential complex in Jerusalem.

Parashat Chayei Sarah: The Cave of Machpelah

The Torah attaches great importance to Abraham’s purchase of the Cave of Machpelah in Hebron as a burial place for his wife Sarah.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023ByMEIRA RAANAN, ESTHER CAMERON
‘THE CAVE of Machpelah’ by Yoram Raanan.

IDF demolishes homes of terrorists who murdered Batsheva Nigri

Nigri, 42, was shot to death in front of her 12-year-old daughter in August on Route 60 in the West Bank.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
The IDF demolishes the homes of the terrorists who murdered Batsheva Nigri in August.

Two IDF soldiers caught fighting in violent brawl in Hebron

The IDF stated that the behavior displayed in the video is unacceptable and contrary to the values of the IDF.

OCTOBER 6, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
SOLDIERS ON patrol in Harat a-Sheikh neighborhood watch as a herd passes by on the street.

Israelis, Palestinians clash across West Bank, Jerusalem on Rosh Hashanah

Palestinian media shared videos of physical altercations between Israeli police officers and Palestinian women in Jerusalem's Old City.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Israeli security forces guard as Jews tour in the West Bank city of Hebron, August 26, 2023

Palestinian women forced to strip by IDF, factions threaten violence

The IDF said the women were forced to strip in a search conducted to ensure there were no further weapons in the home.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Israeli security forces guard as Jews (unseen) tour in the West Bank city of Hebron, during the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, September 22, 2021.

Palestinian terrorist attempts ramming attack near Hebron

The IDF managed to shoot and wound a Palestinian terrorist who attempted to hit three soldiers with a car.

AUGUST 30, 2023ByYONAH JEREMY BOB
Police and rescue forces at the scene of a car ramming terror attack near Hebron, in the West Bank, August 30, 2023.

West Bank terror attacks show Iran has become a bigger threat

MIDDLE EAST AFFAIRS: The recent terrorist attack in the West Bank and Iran’s boasting about its ability to influence attacks in the West Bank showcase the danger of Tehran’s hand.

AUGUST 25, 2023BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
ISRAELI PERSONNEL secure the scene of Monday’s terrorist shooting attack on Highway 60, near Hebron.

Palestinian factions fear Israeli assassinations after security cabinet meeting

Palestinian factions evacuated positions and implemented "unprecedented" security measures after threats by Israeli officials.

AUGUST 23, 2023ByTZVI JOFFRE
A Palestinian fighter of the Al-Quds brigades, the military wing of Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ), seen inside a military tunnel in Beit Hanun, in the Gaza Strip. May 18, 2022.