Orit Strock
Orit Strock is a prominent Israeli politician and leader within the Religious Zionism party, currently serving as the Minister of Settlements and National Missions. A veteran advocate for Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria, she is a central figure in the movement to strengthen Israeli sovereignty and expand residential development in the historical heartland of Israel.
Orit Strock is a leading figure in Israel's national-religious camp, known for her uncompromising commitment to Jewish settlement and sovereignty. As a senior member of the Religious Zionism party, she has consistently championed the rights of Israeli residents in Judea and Samaria, often bridging the gap between grassroots activism and high-level policy. Her political career is defined by a focus on legal and administrative frameworks that secure the permanence of Jewish communities.
In her current role as Minister of Settlements and National Missions, Strock has been instrumental in advancing strategic infrastructure and residential projects. Recently, she secured the top spot in the Religious Zionism party's primary results, underscoring her broad support within the movement. Her influence extends to significant cabinet decisions, including the recent approval of 34 new communities across Judea and Samaria, a move she advocated for alongside Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich. This expansion, backed by a NIS 2.3 billion budget, represents a major shift in the government's approach to regional development.
Strock's work also focuses on historical and holy sites. She recently oversaw the commencement of massive renovation and roofing projects at the Tomb of the Patriarchs in Hebron. This project was made possible after the government transferred planning authority away from the Hebron municipality to Israeli hands, a move Strock and her allies framed as a restoration of sovereignty. Beyond Judea and Samaria, she is active in legislative efforts to ease the establishment of local councils in the Negev, demonstrating a broad vision for national resilience and Jewish presence throughout the Land of Israel. Her legislative activity often serves as a cornerstone for coalition stability, as seen in recent negotiations where her bills were prioritized in exchange for broader political agreements.