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The meeting between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ended after a nearly three-hour meeting yesterday.

President Trump commented on the meeting on his Truth Social platform and stated: “I have just finished meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu, of Israel, and various of his Representatives. It was a very good meeting, the tremendous relationship between our two Countries continues.”

Addressing the issue of Iran, which was a central subject during the meeting, Trump wrote: “There was nothing definitive reached other than I insisted that negotiations with Iran continue to see whether or not a Deal can be consummated. If it can, I let the Prime Minister know that will be a preference. If it cannot, we will just have to see what the outcome will be.”

Prior to his meeting with President Trump at the White House, Prime Minister Netanyahu signed up, in the presence of Secretary of State Rubio, as a member of the Board of Peace.

The Office of the Israeli Prime Minister announced that the two leaders discussed negotiations concerning Iran, the situation in Gaza, and other regional developments. Specific details remain unclear, particularly as the conversation extended beyond the anticipated duration and was closed to the press. While Trump maintains his position and preference for ongoing discussions with Iran as opposed to military action, all possibilities remain open. We shall observe the forthcoming developments.

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Trump: ‘Good meeting with Netanyahu, nothing definitive on Iran’, by Israel National News, February 11, 2026

Over the past month, a task force from the Civil Administration has been operating across Judea and Samaria to combat illegal waste-burning activities. The team has focused on intensified enforcement efforts, extinguishing active fire sites and rehabilitating polluted areas.

Following a special situational assessment, authorities decided to prioritize action at an illegal waste site in Na’alin, where pollution had significantly impacted air quality in nearby cities and communities. Dozens of contractors were deployed under enforcement supervision, removing large quantities of illegally dumped waste.

According to recent environmental monitoring data, air pollution levels in nearby communities dropped to roughly half of what was recorded before the operation began.

The act of burning waste illegally constitutes eco-terrorism and poses a significant and urgent issue for the inhabitants of Judea and Samaria. This is not merely a trendy expression reflecting a generation’s anxiety regarding what they view as a global crisis affecting humanity. It is essential for Israel to continue to address this issue as part of the ongoing terrorist agenda that seeks to harm and eliminate Israel.

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Unprecedented measures against air pollution in Judea and Samaria, by Israel National News, February 10, 2026

Israeli security forces recently thwarted a major terrorist attack on a Jewish town in Samaria, breaking up a terror cell being directed from Lebanon.

On Tuesday afternoon, the Shin Bet security agency announced that five Palestinian Arabs were arrested in the past few months, foiling their planned attack on an Israeli community in northern Samaria.

According to the Shin Bet, the terror network had been tasked with gathering intelligence on Israeli communities, conducting firearms training, and preparing attacks against Israeli towns.

Israel’s security establishment first uncovered the terror plot in October, when Shin Bet investigators arrested Mohammad Tzedaka, a resident of the village of Anza in Samaria, on suspicion of planning an attack.

The intelligence gathered and the arrests made in recent months have undoubtedly yielded positive results. This operation represents a substantial disruption of the efforts by Iran-aligned proxies (through Lebanon) to establish terror infrastructure in Judea and Samaria. Given that a genuine ceasefire continues to be violated, the IDF is compelled to persist with its counter-terrorism operations in this area.

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Major terror attack on Israeli town in Samaria thwarted, by World Israel News Staff, February 10, 2026

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to meet US President Donald Trump this Wednesday in Washington to discuss negotiations with Iran, the Prime Minister’s Office announced Saturday night.

The office emphasized that Netanyahu believes any talks must include limits on Iran’s ballistic missiles and an end to its support for regional proxy groups.

Some analysts suggest Netanyahu’s visit could serve as a strategic maneuver. The attack on Iran reportedly began with the understanding that Trump had stated, “I want negotiations, I don’t want war.”

Netanyahu is traveling to Washington not only to try to prevent a nuclear agreement but also to coordinate in case negotiations fail and military action becomes necessary.

The talks held in Oman on Friday did not produce significant progress. Another meeting was scheduled in the coming days, but it is unclear whether it will take place before Netanyahu’s arrival in Washington.

Netanyahu’s upcoming trip to meet with President Trump will emphasize the crucial message that Iran must not possess nuclear capabilities. While Iran’s proxy network, missile stockpile, and the regime’s behavior towards protesters are also pressing topics of discussion, the primary focus remains on preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. With President Trump in office Netanyahu is evidently keen to seize every opportunity to safeguard Israel from the ongoing threat posed by Iran.

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Netanyahu Races to Washington Wednesday for Emergency Iran Talks with Trump, by David Israel/the Jewish Edition, February 8, 2026

Israel’s political-security cabinet approved a series of far-reaching decisions on Sunday that significantly alter the legal and civil framework governing Judea and Samaria.

The measures are aimed at removing long-standing regulatory barriers, repealing Jordanian-era legislation, and accelerating settlement development in the area.

A central decision concerns land management. Until now, land registries in Judea and Samaria were classified, unlike those within the Green Line, complicating land transactions and enabling fraudulent activity. The cabinet ordered the removal of confidentiality and the publication of land registries, a move intended to increase transparency and facilitate lawful land acquisition.

The cabinet also repealed a Jordanian law that prohibited the sale of real estate to Jews. Previously, Jewish buyers were required to purchase land through registered companies and obtain special transaction permits from the Civil Administration. Under the new policy, the transaction permit requirement has been eliminated and the ban on sales to foreigners lifted, allowing Jews to purchase land under procedures similar to those used in central Israeli cities In addition, the requirement for approval from the Deputy Commander for Land Registration has been replaced with professional qualification standards, easing restrictions in the local real estate market.

This is a major policy overhaul for Judea and Samaria that expands Israeli control and facilitates Jewish community expansion. Jews are now permitted to purchase land in Judea and Samaria just as they are in Tel Aviv and other towns in Israel. This is a fundamental change that brings Judea and Samaria closer to the application of full sovereignty.

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Cabinet moves to change legal statuses in Judea and Samaria, by Israel National News, February 8, 2026

On Sunday night, IDF and ISA forces operated in several areas across Judea and Samaria to thwart terrorism and to apprehend terrorists. As part of the activities, the soldiers apprehended more than 20 terrorists and wanted individuals.

Additionally, IDF and Israel Border Police forces operated in the area of Ya’bad and apprehended, by the guidance of the ISA, seven terrorists involved in the production of explosives and weapons trafficking.

In several additional activities across the sector, IDF soldiers apprehended nine terrorists, including three who attempted to harm IDF soldiers.

Until the day arrives when the “ceasefire” is fully implemented and adhered to without exception, the IDF’s operation to effectively counter persistent terrorism in Judea and Samaria must continue.

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Watch: Wave of nighttime arrests in Judea and Samaria, by Israel National News, February 9, 2026

Following intervention by Arab countries and pressure from several US allies, negotiations between the United States and Iran are now expected to proceed this Friday, after a brief crisis that led to their postponement.

A US source told Axios that several Arab and Muslim leaders were involved in encouraging Washington to go ahead with the meeting. “They asked us to hold the meeting and listen to what the Iranians have to say. We told the Arabs we would hold the meeting if they insisted. But we are very skeptical,” the official said. A second US official added that the Trump administration agreed to the meeting “out of respect” for US allies in the region and “in order to continue advancing the diplomatic track.”

Earlier, as tensions surrounding the negotiations reached a boiling point, US President Donald Trump said in an interview with NBC News that Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, “should be very worried.”

Trump added that protesters in Iran have American backing. “Their country is in chaos right now. We destroyed their nuclear sites. We want peace in the Middle East,” Trump said. “If we had not destroyed the nuclear program, there would be no peace in the Middle East, because Arab countries could not have done it. They were afraid of Iran. They are not afraid of Iran anymore.”

According to The New York Times report in today, ballistic missiles and support for terrorist organizations will also be on the table in Oman. Tehran presented its own demand, fearing Trump would stage a “show.”

As President Trump persists in exerting pressure on Iran, it appears that engaging in some form of dialogue is preferable to having no discussions whatsoever. Iran might believe that certain topics, such as ballistic missiles, financing terrorist organizations in the region, and the treatment of their own citizens, should not be on the agenda; however, they should be aware that the opposing side will not overlook these matters and may, in fact, adhere to some red lines. The results of the meeting scheduled for tomorrow, Friday, remain to be seen.

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US–Iran talks to go ahead after Arab intervention, by ILH Staff, February 4, 2026

The Ministry of the Interior announced today (Thursday) the granting of recognition to five additional communities in Judea, Samaria, and the Jordan Valley: Havat Gilad, Eival, Ma’oz Tzvi in Samaria, and Tamar and Neve Gedid – Gadi Camp in the Jordan Valley.

Receiving the settlement symbol is much more than a symbolic declaration. It is the “final stamp” of the state, enabling the settlements to receive: direct budgeting – recognition by all government ministries and the allocation of organized budgets; infrastructure – direct connection to the “Mekorot” water system and regulated electricity; security – receiving a standard for ongoing security coordinator (Ravshatz) and eligibility for residents to carry personal weapons; civil services – receiving services from Israel Post and official educational institutions.

Minister Bezalel Smotrich added a strong political statement: “The settlement in Judea and Samaria continues to grow and flourish with full force. We are killing the idea of a Palestinian state and preventing the establishment of a terror state that would endanger Israel. I thank the Ministry of the Interior, the Central Command Chief, the Civil Administration, and the Settlement Administration for leading these efforts.”

The AFSI Chizuk Mission has visited Chavat Gilad many times. We congratulate our friends there and on the other four Yishuvim. We look forward to connecting with friends in Chavat Gilad once more during our upcoming Mission this May.

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Smotrich’s revolution in Judea and Samaria continues: 5 settlements officially regularized, by Hezki Baruch/Israel National News, February 5, 2026

Hamas plans to continue having administrative control of Gaza, contrary to what the ceasefire agreement establishes, according to a leaked document shared by KAN News on Sunday.

The document outlines how officials affiliated with Hamas must act before the establishment of the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), including dos and don’ts to avoid raising suspicions with the new government. The document also states that NCAG members can’t be attacked, while activities must continue “as if nothing had changed.”

The document shared on Sunday was reportedly a secret memo only to be seen by Hamas officials inside Gaza, KAN explained.

Achieving sustainable peace necessitates that all parties involved comply with the established terms of the ceasefire. In the next stage of the peace agreement, Hamas has not yet demonstrated that it is a genuine partner for peace. Its primary objective still appears to be the complete annihilation of Israel. Ongoing breaches of the ceasefire must not be overlooked, and Hamas must be held entirely accountable for failure to completely live up to its terms.

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Hamas document reveals secret plan to maintain control of Gaza admin. under NCAG’s noses – KAN, by Tobias Holcman/Jerusalem Post, February 3, 2026

Israel’s finance minister says Jerusalem will give Hamas a deadline in the next few days, ordering the terror group to disarm within two months – or be destroyed.

Israel is poised to give Hamas a deadline for handing over its arsenal, a senior government minister announced Monday, after which the IDF will launch a new campaign in Gaza against the terror group should it fail to disarm.

Finance Minister and Minister in the Defense Ministry Bezalel Smotrich spoke at an agricultural conference focused on pioneering farms in Samaria, declaring that the Netanyahu government is on the verge of “killing” the idea of Palestinian statehood once and for all.

“We are carrying out the final elimination of the idea of an Arab state—a terror state in the very heart of the Land of Israel,” said Smotrich.

“We are killing this idea, removing it from the table forever. This term will be remembered as a turning point that killed the idea of a Palestinian state and cemented our existence. We will also reach formal sovereignty, God willing.”

Turning to the ceasefire in Gaza, Smotrich said that Israel will issue a deadline to Hamas in the next few days, giving the terror group roughly two months to disarm, or else face a renewed IDF ground campaign.

“Phase two [of the Trump plan] is dismantlement and demilitarization. It’s a shame we didn’t start this already three months ago. After all, the only one benefiting from this interim period is Hamas—because it has a ceasefire, it’s receiving truckloads [of supplies], and it is gradually re-establishing its control.”

Smotrich predicted that Hamas would not comply, and that hostilities in Gaza will resume once the deadline passes.

“In the coming days we will issue an ultimatum to Hamas—on the order of about two months—to disarm. I don’t see that happening, and therefore I’m calm. We will not stop… even one second before Hamas is destroyed. There will be no Hamas in Gaza—not militarily, not civilly, and not as a governing authority. We committed to this, and it is the central goal of the war.”

This is not the first instance of Hamas purporting to operate as a humanitarian organization. Their actions consistently demonstrate the contrary: they are a terrorist entity dedicated to the destruction of the Jewish nation. The suggestion that they will disarm is naive, and the sooner the major world powers acknowledge this reality, the more favorable the result will be for all parties concerned.

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Israel poised to give Hamas deadline for disarming – minister, by World Israel News Staff, February 2, 2026