Hebron
Palestinian Authority schools praise martydom, use October 7 attack in math lessons
Beyond reducing October 7 to a math exercise, the nine-year-olds were also praised by their teacher in written feedback for writing questions relating to martyrdom, including child martyrdom.
![A child's drawing shown here says: "In Gaza City at least 150 children die as Martyrs [daily]. How many child Martyrs are there in nine days?"](https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_448,w_632/735155 "A child's drawing shown here says: \"In Gaza City at least 150 children die as Martyrs [daily]. How many child Martyrs are there in nine days?\"")
![[ILLUSTRATIVE] Israeli Border Police officers patrol outside Damascus Gate in Jerusalem’s Old City during the beginning of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, February 18, 2026.](https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_194,w_290/711692 "[ILLUSTRATIVE] Israeli Border Police officers patrol outside Damascus Gate in Jerusalem’s Old City during the beginning of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, February 18, 2026.")
Three Israeli Jews rescued after entering prohibited Palestinian Authority areas in West Bank
Firefighters, planes bring fire in West Bank woods near evacuated settlement under control
IDF, COGAT evacuate illegal outpost near Hebron three months after residents attack police - report
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.
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.
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.
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.
IDF arrests three in West Bank for impersonating IDF soldiers, robbing stores
Military officials believe the suspects are members of a Bedouin terror cell, Army Radio reported.
Police recover IDF reservist’s car packed with military equipment
The vehicle contained a combat vest, several magazines, handgun holsters, and various tactical gear and personal items.
PA condemns ‘Judaization project’ after Israel takes over planning for Tomb of the Patriarchs
The administration said the decision was taken from the municipality due to Hebron’s “ongoing refusal” to approve a roofing project, stressing that the existing status quo would not be affected.
Israel strips planning powers for Tomb of Patriarchs from Hebron
The powers were withdrawn and transferred to the Administration following the rejection of a planned roofing project by the municipality and the Muslim Waqf.
Two Israelis rescued after entering Tulkarm under influence of alcohol
Following the report, officers from the Coordination and Liaison Administration provided immediate protection to the Israelis and coordinated their transfer to the IDF through established
Border Police officer enters Palestinian village near Hebron in uniform to visit boyfriend
A Border Police officer breached security protocol, entering Yatta to visit her Palestinian boyfriend, leading to a rescue operation by the IDF.
