The 1948 Arab–Israeli War saw the entire West Bank, including Hebron, occupied and annexed by Jordan, and since the 1967 Six-Day War, the city has been under Israeli control.

Israel has four holy cities: Jerusalem, Tiberias, Safed and Hebron. Hebron is the only one where Jewish people currently comprise but a small portion of the population, yet it holds a special place in the …

Dec 2, 2025 · Hebron was part of the British mandate of Palestine (1920–48), annexed by Jordan in 1950, and came under Israeli occupation after the Six-Day War in 1967. In 1997, part of Hebron …

Jul 17, 2025 · In late August, an Arab mob launched a premeditated and coordinated attack on the Jewish quarter of Hebron, killing 67 residents and leaving over 50 wounded. The survivors and the …

Sep 2, 2018 · The holy city of Hebron, located just 20 miles (32 kilometers) from Jerusalem, is a “must visit” place for anyone who cares about the Bible, archaeology, or ancient and modern Israel. The …

Sep 1, 2025 · Hebron is not only ancient history. It is the oldest Jewish community in the world, stretching across thousands of years. Through exile, destruction, massacre, and renewal, Jews have …

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The Jewish community in Hebron is the oldest Jewish community in the world. Its roots date back to the days of the Bible, about 4000 years ago, when Abraham our father settled in Hebron and bought the …

Jun 5, 2018 · Hebron plays a central role in many biblical stories. It was the prominent city in the Judean highlands, with large fortifications in the Early Bronze, Middle Bronze, and Iron Ages. During the …

The Old City of Hebron in two 19th century maps, an early 20th century aerial photograph, and 21st century map of Israeli restrictions on Palestinian freedom of movement.