Israeli decisions to expand Jewish life in the biblical heartland meet with joy and condemnation.

While US response is “understandable,” the Americans know that we are “committed to the settlements,” said Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich.

A spokesperson for Palestinian Authority chief Mahmoud Abbas condemned the decision as a “provocation” that would lead to further escalation.

Right-wing Israeli voters fume as Netanyahu follows a familiar pattern of letting foreign pressure guide the Jewish state’s policies.

New Netanyahu gov’t informs American ambassador it will push forward with “necessary” building in biblical heartland.

Netanyahu’s coalition partners demand immediate recognition of the controversial outposts in the biblical heartland of Judea and Samaria.

But the Biden Administration does agree with the UN that Jews shouldn’t live in Judea and Samaria.

“This evening we took a giant step toward strengthening the Jewish presence” in the biblical heartland.

Popular Florida governor and 2024 presidential candidate says Judea and Samaria are “disputed,” and Jews have a right to live there.