Gush etzion

Rabbi Dov Lior: A scoundrel within the bounds of the Torah - opinion

The West Bank olive harvest reveals how extremist interpretations of Jewish law can undermine religious values and Israel’s democratic character.

Rabbi Dov Lior
AN ISRAELI settler (R) and a Palestinian farmer are seen arguing during olive harvesting in Silwad, near Ramallah, on October 29, 2025.

Hilltop Youth filmed waving weapons, singing anti-Zionist song at West Bank wedding - report

Solomon’s Pools.

Hikers return to Bar Kokhba site for the first time since Oct. 7

Directors Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, and crew pose during a photocall for the documentary "Naza" in Competition, at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival, in Venice, Italy, September 10, 2026.

My Word: Sanctions and silver screen slanders - opinion


IDF soldier murdered in Jerusalem tunnel terror attack, five wounded

Hamas later claimed responsibility for the attack • Israel Police prevented a mass slaughter in Jerusalem

 Police and security personnel at the scene of a shooting attack at a checkpoint near Jerusalem, November 16, 2023

'I envy the angels:' Hebron terror attack victim Batsheva Nigri laid to rest

Batsheva Nigri was murdered in a terror attack on Monday morning when a terrorist shot at the car she was riding in.

 Family and friends attend the funeral of Batsheva Nigri who was murdered in a terrorist shooting attack near Hebron earlier today at the Gush Etzion Regional Cemetery in Kfar Etzion on August 21, 2023

The 'Jewish indie rave' music festival returns to Gush Etzion

A third-generation Gush Etzion family brings eclectic, ethnic sounds to the Aharit Hayamim Festival.

 THE JON Hock Blues Band featuring Steve Rodan (C) and Yativ Leuchter (L) perform at the 2022 Aharit Hayamim Festival in Gush Etzion.

Remembering Rav Yehuda Amital, founder of Yeshivat Har Etzion - opinion

His life was a microcosm of 20th-century Jewish history, and he left an indelible impact on religious society in Israel.

 RAV YEHUDA AMITAL at a Purim ‘hagiga,’ 5766/2005.

Tekoa terror attack: Hamas-linked terrorist arrested as victim undergoes surgery

The victim, El-Roi Kapach, is a husband and father of five who lives in the West Bank settlement of Nokdim.

The site of the terror attack at Tekoa Junction in the West Bank which took place on Sunday morning July 16, 2023.

Brews, laid-back vibes at Israel's 2023 Tekoa Beer Festival

At the Tekoa Beer Festival, local brewers share their hobby with thousands as top rocker Berry Sakharof performs.

 TEKOA BEER Festival customers line up local microbrewery and boutique beer.

Efrat: The story of one of Israel's most unique, successful settlements

Efrat Regional Council head Oded Revivi spoke to the Magazine about the Israeli settlement municipality he has managed for the last 15 years.

 NEW BEGINNINGS: First day of school, 1983.

Israeli settlement founder Rabbi Riskin talks 40 years of Efrat

The ‘Magazine’ sat down with founding father Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Riskin and wife Vicky to discuss the celebrated realization of their vision, and their concerns.

 Rabbi Shlomo Riskin laid the cornerstone for Efrat in 1980, occupancy began in 1983.

Jordan Valley sovereignty will effectively mitigate terrorism - opinion

Applying sovereignty over the Jordan Valley would be a strategic move to defeat Palestinian rejectionism and mitigate increasing terrorism.

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu is flanked by the writer (left) and Jordan Valley Regional Council head David Elhayani, in 2019.

Gush Etzion Winery: Fulfilling blessings for great wine

The Gush Etzion Winery lived up to its reputation as a premier winery not just in the Judean region but in all of Israel.

 GRAPE VINES at the Gush Etzion Winery vineyard.