Tag: archaeological site
Palestinian Authority Marketing Homes on Jewish Archaeological Site
"Joshua's Altar is a site with historical significance, one of the sole remains dating all the way back to the period when the Children of Israel first settled the Land," said Samaria Regional Council Chairman Yossi Dagan.
6-Year-Old Boy Discovers 3,500-Year-Old Tablet
The tablet depicts the scene of a man leading a captive. This is an important person, wearing a skirt, holding a captive man whose hands are tied behind his back.
Inspired by Coronavirus Doom, Repentant Thief Returns Ancient Missile to State Agency
He did it, he said, in light of the coronavirus crisis, and his feeling that “the end of the world is nigh.”
Palestinian Authority Converts Ancient Hasmonean (Jewish) Fortress into a ‘Palestinian Tourist Site’
The PA also broke a wall and blocked the water reservoirs at the ancient Jewish site of Tel Aruma.
5,000-Year Old City, Largest in Ancient Israel, Exposed in Sharon Valley
"There is no doubt that this site dramatically changes what we know about the character of the period and the beginning of urbanization in Israel."
Illegal Arab Construction Threatening Sacred Archaeological Site Near Jerusalem
Regavim: "This is a National Park, which was created for the protection of this sacred area. The work must be halted immediately."
Amnesty Targets Airbnb for Insufficient Compliance with BDS
It appears that Amnesty International is now dedicated to an all out campaign against Israel, fueled by unabashed anti-Semitism.
9,000 Year Old Stone Mask Sheds Light on Stone Age Cottage Industry
Researchers prove existence of stone age mask production center in southern Mt. Hebron
Blue Eyed Blondes Invaded Israel 6,500 Years Ago: DNA Study
"This study of 22 individuals is one of the largest ancient DNA studies carried out from a single archaeological site, and by far the largest ever reported in the Near East."
Under International Pressure Netanyahu Saves Illegal Arab Settlement While Demolishing 2 Jewish Neighborhoods
The fight against the demolition of Arab homes in Susya is one of the symbols of the PA struggle against Israel's authority over Judea and Samaria.
US to Spend $750,000 Conserving Ancient Jewish Site as ‘Palestinian Heritage’
Eroding the Jewish heritage of Solomon's pools much like the Arabs have neglected and permitted the erosion of the pools and their distribution system since the pools were handed over to them by the Oslo Accords, is a slap in the face of the Jewish nation.
900-Year-Old Women’s Jewelry Collection Discovered in Modi’in
'The rings, bracelets and earrings – some of which are made of bronze and silver – appear to have been accidentally dropped during cooking in the kitchen of an ancient tower.'
Students Earn Travel to Poland Digging Up 2000-Year-Old Mikvahs Outside Bet Shemesh
A rare and impressive array of ritual baths and underground systems used by rebels during the Bar Kokhba Revolt.
Gold Digging Gang Caught in Negev Archaeological Site
Archaeologists are saying this phenomenon has been repeated recently because of an urban (tent compound?) myth.
Arab Terror Gangs Attacking Travelers in Judea and Samaria
Arab terrorists were out on the roads in force, attacking Israeli drivers in Judea and Samaria.
Rightwing NGO Complains, IDF Confiscates Illegal Construction Machinery
Regavim said in a statement that the action sent "a clear message that if you are about to break the law, you will be stopped."
Israel: Okay to Demolish 30 Illegal Structures in “Arab” Susiya
As the US and EU double down on Israel, the state says it can take down 30 illegal shacks in Arab Susiya, but won't decide yet.
Teenagers Deface 1,300-Year-Old Fortress on Passover, Brag on Social Media
Vandalizing a archeological site is a serious criminal offense.