Samaria

Family establishes new outpost after son's murder

After losing their son to a shooting attack and their home in a fire, the Broyar family decided they wanted to turn personal tragedy into action.

After terror attack

Illegal PA structures threatening Derech Avraham Farm demolished

The Civil Administration's Enforcement Unit demolished a number of illegal Palestinian structures near the Derech Avraham farm following the terrorist attack in which Itamar Cohen was wounded.

Terror battalion commander accused of murdering IDF soldier

Indictment filed against Nur Shams Battalion commander for the murder of IDF reservist Sergeant first class (res.) Yehuda Geto in July 2024, as well as numerous terror-related offenses.

IDF evacuates Israelis who entered Shechem

Israeli civilians attacked by Arabs who hurled stones at them near Shechem. One civilian fired warning shots into the air and IDF forces evacuated the Israelis from the area.

Suspect arrested over assault in Huwara while wearing IDF uniform

Police announced Wednesday that they have arrested the suspect seen in widely circulated footage allegedly assaulting a Palestinian in Huwara.

IDF demolishes strategic Palestinian buildings in Samaria

The Civil Administration demolished several large unauthorized Palestinian structures in northern Samaria following the weekend's deadly terror attacks.

Geert Wilders

'Israeli settlements aid security of Europe'

After the Dutchban on imports from Judea and Samaria, Geert Wilders, the candidate for the Dutch presidency, arrived in Israel as the guest of the head of the Samaria Council.

Arab Telegram channels call to prepare for clashes with Israelis

Messages circulating on Palestinian Arab Telegram channels have called on residents of Shechem and surrounding villages to prepare for potential confrontations with Israelis and IDF operations following recent terrorist attacks in the area.

'Rewriting history'

Israel blasts UNESCO over Samaria town heritage listing

Israel condemns UNESCO for designating biblical Sebastia as an endangered "Palestinian World Heritage Site": No one can erase the people of Israel’s ancient roots in our ancestral homeland.

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu:

'Open the gates of hell on them'

Safed rabbi demands tough response after Benayahu Melet's murder, 'this is what the elections must focus on, not other trivialities.'

Netanyahu orders sweeping crackdown after deadly Samaria attack

Following the deadly Samaria terror attack, Netanyahu and Katz ordered tougher counterterrorism measures, including demolishing the terrorist's home, reinforcing IDF forces, and expanding operations in the area.

Samaria fire determined to be arson attack

A Fire and Rescue investigator has determined that the fire near the town of Elon Moreh was set deliberately.

2 attacks in 1 day

Israeli stabbed in terrorist attack in Samaria

An Israeli was moderately wounded in his leg in a stabbing attack carried out by the assailant near Ganim in northern Samaria.

Man severely wounded in stabbing attack in Samaria

Itamar Cohen, 51, one of the founders of the agricultural farm movement in Judea and Samaria, was evacuated to hospital after being stabbed near Elon Moreh. Terrorists neutralized.

Havat Gilad resident vows to rebuild after devastating fire

Despite the loss of decades of memories and rare holy books, Yehuda Shimon says, 'We will emerge stronger with greater faith,' and emphasizes the embrace that the families received from all over Samaria.

Police explain arrest of Hilltop Youth near Samaria fires

Police say three young men arrested near Kedumim were found with suspicious items after fires swept the area. The arrests come after claims that the suspects were volunteers helping to extinguish the blaze.

"My life was in danger"

Reporter claims he was robbed while covering Havat Gilad fire

Kan News journalist Yoav Borovich claims he was attacked and robbed while covering the huge fire at Havat Gilad in Samaria.

Samaria Governor:

'We won't give in to arson, Havat Gilad will rebuild bigger'

Samaria Governor Yossi Dagan called for the immediate arrest of those responsible for the Havat Gilad fire and pledged the community would rebuild stronger than before.

A critical need. A historic opportunity

Ma'ayan HaBriut is launching a new emergency and urgent care center in Samaria, providing round-the-clock treatment, diagnostics and rapid response for over 55,000 residents, visitors and security personnel.

Exclusive

Cabinet approves new Samaria community near Sa-Nur

Cabinet approves a proposal by Ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Israel Katz to establish a new community in Samaria near Sa-Nur. "Fortifying the settlement movement."

Bereaved family demands the demolition of the terrorist's home

The brother and father of Yehudah Sherman are calling for swift action and for the demolition of the home of the terrorist who killed him.

Clashes during the demolition of homes in Samaria homestead

Police stormed a homestead in Samaria and demolished the homes of families living there. A resident tied himself to the roof of the building to delay the eviction.

Security alert in Samaria town over Shabbat

Hundreds of families in the town of Beit Aryeh barricaded themselves indoors for 6 hours as security forces hunted for a reported terrorist infiltrator.

Samaria farmer released after two weeks behind bars

The farmer had been arrested after attempting to recover his stolen flock of sheep and being set upon by dozens of Arab rioters.

'Knocked us off our feet'

Samaria mother describes miracle after Iranian missile blast

Reut Ben-Gigi tells Arutz Sheva about how her family escaped unharmed after an Iranian missile blast damaged homes in her community and shook residents.

Suspected arson:

Large fires rage in Samaria and Jordan Valley

Firefighters are working to contain wildfires that broke out near Har Bracha and in the Jordan Valley, after fighting a fire near Kochav Hashachar. Authorities suspect arson.

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IDF apprehends terrorist cell preparing to execute attack

IDF soldiers in northern Samaria apprehended three terrorists who were preparing to execute a terror attack.

Environmental terror damage

Injured stork rescued and treated by Hilltop residents

Residents of Tzon Aviezer located a stork lying exhausted on the floor in the pastures after it was injured in the nearby Arab landfill and lost its ability to fly.

Upon release from PA prison

IDF arrests Ido Zoldan's murderer

Security forces arrested a terrorist in Qalqilya, a Palestinian Authority policeman who was involved in the attack in which Ido Zoldan was murdered in 2007 in Samaria.

Slovenian PM: 'I congratulate the residents of Judea and Samaria'

After a government change in Slovenia, Prime Minister-elect Janez Janša, a supporter of Israel, sent blessings to the residents of Judea and Samaria. Dagan: 'You are choosing the right side of history.'

Historic

"Samaria-Taybeh" railway station officially inaugurated

The new "Samaria - Taiba" train station was inaugurated. The station is expected to connect the communities of northern Samaria directly to the center of the country and serve tens of thousands of passengers.

IDF: Remotely piloted UAV makes emergency landing in Samaria

An IDF aircraft landed in Samaria following a technical malfunction.

Government approves massive investment into ancient Samaria

The Israeli government has approved a sweeping new plan to restore and develop the Ancient Samaria National Park in Sebastia, one of the region’s most significant biblical-era archaeological sites.

Attempt to block Sa-Nur expansion foiled

After the controversy over the removal of a Palestinian body from a grave near Sa-Nur, local Israelis say the action was a planned move intended to create a future restriction on the development of the renewed town.

Dutch right-wing leader:

'Return to Sa-Nur is a historic and just step'

Dutch right-wing leader Geert Wilders praises the return to Sa-Nur and congratulates Samaria Regional Council head, 'growing international support reflects recognition of Israel’s rights.'

Carnage on the roads:

Four killed in overnight road accidents across Israel

Four people killed in serious road accidents in Rishon LeZion, Samaria, and Arava. MDA teams evacuated injured individuals to hospitals, some in serious and moderate condition.

Approval granted for 126 permanent homes in Sa-Nur

Twenty-one years after the Disengagement, a plan to build 126 permanent homes in Sa-Nur was approved, with private houses alongside apartment buildings around the historic fortress.

After Two Decades:

Sa-Nur Torah returns home

Shlomo Halfon, who was expelled from the town at age 20 while carrying the Torah scroll donated by his late father, returned it to the newly re-established town's synagogue.

Another Hasidic community moves to Emmanuel

Rabbis, community leaders and professionals held a meeting yesterday to premier a new housing project in Emmanuel for the Lelov Hasidic community.

Smotrich In Sa-Nur:

Conquer Gaza and settle it

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich laid out his vision for Israel’s ongoing multi-front campaign during a speech reopening the town of Sa-Nur in northern Samaria.

Vizhnitz scion visits Joseph's Tomb

Thousands visited Joseph's Tomb in Shechem tonight, led by the eldest son of the Vizhnitz Rebbe, Rabbi Chaim Meir Hager, and Samaria governor Yossi Dagan.

Surprise visit: Gadi Eisenkot tours Samaria

Former IDF Chief of Staff and chairman of the “Yashar" party, Gadi Eisenkot, tours Samaria, visits local communities and the city of Ariel, and meets Samaria Regional Council head Yossi Dagan.

Armed civilian prevents stabbing attack at Samaria farm

A Palestinian Arab terrorist attempted to stab Israeli civilians at the Doron Valley Farm in Samaria. One of the civilians reacted quickly and eliminated the terrorist.

Rare footage:

68 illegal Palestinian Arabs crammed inside garbage truck

Police and Defense Ministry inspectors stunned to discover dozens of illegal Palestinian Arabs packed tightly inside a garbage truck that was stopped for inspection.

Two Hours Before Shabbat:

Homesteads demolished in Samaria

Border Police and Civil Administration forces operated at several demolished a structure and evicted Israeli farmers just before Shabbat. A series of protests against the decision carried on through Saturday night.

Hundreds of Arabs descend on encampment following eviction

Clashes erupted after a night raid near Migdalim, as Palestinian Arabs gathered and attacked residents and forces following demolition of an illegal encampment.

Yossi Dagan overwhelmed with emotion as his son enlists in IDF

Yossi Dagan, Head of the Samaria Regional Council, published a heartfelt post as his eldest son Yair enlisted in the Paratroopers, 'There are moments in the life of a father and mother when the heart swells with great pride-and also worry.'

Police determine:

Yehuda Sherman was murdered in a terror attack

Police confirm 18-year-old Yehuda Sherman was killed in a deliberate car ramming attack in Samaria, after suspect confessed and reenacted the act.

Exposed:

Samaria Hamas cell prepared underground prison for hostage

Security forces uncovered a Hamas-linked cell that carried out deadly attacks, plotted an abduction, and dug a tunnel intended to imprison an Israeli hostage.

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Missile debris falls near Samaria highway junction

A large piece of an Iranian missile fired in this morning's barrage (Tuesday) toward central Israel fell near the Gitai Avisar junction in Samaria. There were no casualties.

'Son of the redemption generation'

Yehuda Shmuel Sherman laid to rest

Dozens gather to honor Yehuda Shmuel Sherman, 18, murdered in a terrorist ramming attack in Homesh, Samaria.

Bereaved brother recounts deadly Homesh ramming

Daniel Sherman recounts the deadly attack in Samaria over Shabbat that killed his brother and left him injured.

Homesh ramming suspect surrenders

The suspect who fatally rammed an Israeli teen near the Samaria town of Homesh over Shabbat has turned himself in to Israeli forces.

Deadly ramming in Samaria over Shabbat

Yehuda Shmuel Sherman was killed as a terrorist rammed him during a security patrol near Homesh. His brother was moderately injured in the attack.

After 20 years: History in evacuated Samaria community

Dozens of trailers were placed in Sa-Nur as part of plans to resettle the evacuated community, following approval of housing units and infrastructure steps.

Rock attack thwarted

Unit 636 snipers eliminate two terrorists in Samaria

Unit 636 snipers spot three terrorists throwing rocks at Israeli vehicles on a main road near Sinjil and open fire, eliminating two of them.

'O Iranian, launch, launch!'

Samaria Arabs show support for Iranian regime

Video from a funeral in Tamun showed a crowd chanting for Iran to fire missiles and voicing support for Hamas and Islamic Jihad.

From firebomb attack to halakhic ruling

Samaria Rabbi David Dudkevitch recounts his halakhic question to Rabbi Shlomo Zalman Auerbach after a Molotov cocktail struck his car on the road to Shechem.

Two shepherds injured by riots over Shabbat

Dozens of Arab rioters attacked two Israeli shepherds in separate incidents over Shabbat in Sameia and Gush Etzion.

Samaria:

Terrorists who attempt to attack soldiers eliminated

Terrorists attempted a combined shooting and ramming attack on soldiers at the Tapuah Junction. Soldiers open fire and neutralize assailants.