Weekly Summary

Weekly summary of what is happening in the Jericho Valley and other parts of the West Bank | Reports and reactions to moves by the government and the international community

Weekly Summary

Weekly Review – June 7–13, 2026

An Israeli week: a day of missiles from Iran, a fatal attack near Kokhav Ya'ir, a trickle of drones in the north, harassment of Palestinians in the West Bank by settlers and uniformed personnel, anti-democratic legislation in the Knesset, the Pride Parade and the opening of Book Week

Editorial · June 14, 2026

It's Time to Face Reality

A Toyota pickup truck packed with black-clad, masked settlers wearing tzitzit from the hills of Samaria arrived in Huwara in the occupied West Bank on the Sabbath to carry out a violent rampage. Nine Palestinians were injured. The truck's license plate was clearly visible. No arrests were made. According to the Shin Bet, this was not considered terrorism. Also this week: a 7-month-old baby was shot dead in Hebron by soldiers who said they felt threatened. Five soldiers were killed on the Lebanese front. It is time to face reality. Weekly Review, May 31 – June 6, 2026.

Meir Bleich · Weekly Summary · June 7, 2026

Weekly Review – May 24–30, 2026

The policy of ethnic cleansing openly donned a uniform this week as government and military authorities confiscated vehicles, tractors, and water tanks from five villages located in military firing zones in the Jordan Valley. Throughout the occupied West Bank, settlers continued to harass Palestinian communities while the army and police chose to turn a blind eye. Along the Lebanese border, two male soldiers and one female soldier were killed this week in drone explosions. Communities in the Upper Galilee also remained under missile and drone attacks throughout the week. Since the beginning of the current round of fighting, 25 soldiers have been killed in the north. In addition, four civilians have also been killed.

Editorial · Weekly Summary · May 31, 2026

"No One Represents Israel Better Than Ben-Gvir”

The video documenting the National Security Minister’s visit to the Port of Ashdod, where he humiliated participants in the international flotilla intercepted at sea, sparked negative reactions across Europe. Testimonies from the flotilla detainees further damaged Israel’s international standing. According to reports, Israel is not meaningfully involved in negotiations with Iran, and the emerging compromise does not appear favorable to it. Weekly Review – May 17–23, 2026

Meir Bleich · Weekly Summary · May 24, 2026

58% of Arab Citizens Support a Government with Arab Parties

A recently published survey found that the alternative to occupation is peace, and support for a two-state solution exceeds 75% among respondents. The survey results, alongside current Knesset polling trends, indicate that Bennett and Eisenkot will ultimately have to regard Arab parties as legitimate partners in replacing the government. Weekly Review – May 9–16, 2026

Meir Bleich · Weekly Summary · May 17, 2026

New: Settlers Invade Palestinian Homes and Assault Residents

These incidents are now taking place across the West Bank, despite Major General Avi Bluth — the military commander responsible for the occupied territories — defining settler violence as “Jewish terrorism.” The Central Command chief warned the prime minister of a possible violent Palestinian uprising in the West Bank, yet the army is not acting to stop the attackers. Weekly review – May 2–9, 2026

Editorial · Weekly Summary · May 10, 2026

Israeli Terror in the West Bank Occupied Territories Exposed to the Public

Settler terror in Judea and Samaria, accompanied by a blind eye to it by security forces, is seeping into public consciousness. mainstream media were introduced to it following attacks on Israeli activists. Weekly Review – April 27 – May 2, 2026

Editorial · Weekly Summary · May 3, 2026

Weekly Review: April 19–25, 2026

Citizens of Israel, as well as residents of Iran and even our neighbors in Lebanon, experienced a relatively calm week, allowing Israel’s 78th Independence Day to be marked without military disruption, thanks to President Trump. Only in the occupied West Bank did Israeli settler terror activists not rest.

Editorial · Weekly Summary · April 26, 2026

Weekly Review – April 12–18, 2026

During the past week, more and more Israelis were exposed to Israeli settler terrorism in the West Bank. Tours conducted by former senior officials from the security services and the military, alongside current journalists, organized by protective presence groups, are assisting in the transfer of the information to the broader public. Suddenly, it turns out that supporters of the settlement enterprise are distancing themselves from the actions of the “minority.” However, these speakers and writers prefer to ignore the connection between Israeli settler terrorism and the project of farms and outposts supported by the army and the state—where violence is an integral part.

Editorial · Weekly Summary · April 19, 2026

Weekly Review – April 4 – 11, 2026

On February 28, Israel went to war far beyond its borders, with its primary objectives being the overthrow of the Iranian regime, the elimination of the nuclear project, and the removal of the ballistic missile threat. After 40 days, on April 8, the regime in Tehran remains in place despite the decapitation of its leadership. The nuclear issue is being discussed with the Trump administration, and according to reports, the missile issue does not even appear in the core principles of the ceasefire. The war in Lebanon is also ongoing, accompanied by barrages of missiles and UAVs toward the north of Israel. It now appears that the United States is ignoring the statesman “from another level,” while Netanyahu prefers a war that allows him to continue the regime overhaul and annex the occupied West Bank.

Editorial · Weekly Summary · April 12, 2026

Weekly Review – March 29 – April 4, 2026

The IDF decided to suspend from operational activity a reserve battalion whose soldiers attacked a CNN crew last week near Tayasir in the occupied West Bank. The IDF Spokesperson quoted Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir as saying the incident “does not align with IDF norms and values.” However, what was captured by the American network’s camera reflected routine realities across the West Bank. Cameras operated by human rights activists, including those from “Looking the Occupation in the Eye,” are filled with footage showing IDF soldiers assaulting activists and residents while serving settlers. Last week in Tayasir, however, it was CNN’s camera—leading to American pressure on Israel. On the Lebanese front, the number of IDF soldiers killed in the current war rose to 11.

Editorial · Weekly Summary · April 5, 2026

Title: Opponents of the “Forever War” and the Government Return to the Squares

Protests at more than 20 locations across the country were organized on Saturday night by a coalition of dozens of civil society and human rights organizations. More than 1,000 people took part in the demonstration at Habima Square in Tel Aviv, and the police attempted to disperse them using violence. No speeches were delivered from the stage, yet the protesters persisted in their demonstration. Weekly review – March 22–28, 2026

Editorial · Weekly Summary · March 29, 2026

Chief of Staff Zamir – You Are “the Responsible Authority”

The commander of the occupation army condemned this week “the rioters who do not represent the settlement movement” and called on “all authorities in the state to act against the phenomenon and uproot it before it is too late.” Under the law, his subordinate, the Commander of the Central Command—who commands IDF forces in the area—is the sovereign in the West Bank. Weekly review: March 15–21, 2026

Editorial · Weekly Summary · March 22, 2026

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