Shechem (Nablus)

IDF destroys home of terrorist who murdered SSGT Inbar Avraham

Security forces demolish Shechem home of terrorist who rammed and killed Staff Sergeant Inbar Avraham Kav in Jit Junction terror attack last year.

After 18 years:

Israeli forces nab terrorist behind shooting attacks

Hamas terrorist behind 2008 shooting attacks, long sheltered by PA forces, was wounded while fleeing and arrested in a joint Yamam, IDF, and Shin Bet operation.

Without military coordination:

Breslov Chassidim enter Shechem and pray at Joseph's Tomb

Breslov Chassidim pray at Joseph’s Tomb, with the aim of restoring Jewish control over the holy site.

Two Israeli leftists injured in clashes with masked Israelis

Far-left activists claim attack by masked far-right suspects, two airlifted to hospital.

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Officers breach door, arrest suspect in Shechem

Mista’arvim units, Shin Bet operatives and IDF soldiers arrested a Hamas-inspired suspect in Balata camp during a precise intelligence-based operation.

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IDF arrests two terrorists in Shechem

IDF forces carried out counterterrorism operations in Shechem during which a terrorist previously identified with “Lion’s Den" and an additional terrorist were arrested.

First Time In 25 Years:

Morning prayers at Joseph's Tomb

Hundreds of Israelis recited the morning prayers in daylight at Joseph's Tomb in Shechem for the first time in a quarter of a century.

Palestinian Authority policeman fires towards Israeli Jew

IDF claims shooting by Palestinian Authority policeman towards Israeli Jew not a terror attack.

Steps away from disaster:

Top IDF unit probes serious incident

The IDF released the findings of its inquiry into a friendly fire incident in Nablus, citing a navigation failure and procedural violations, and announced dismissals and reprimands within the Duvdevan Unit.

Near-tragedy from friendly fire in Shechem

Duvdevan soldiers were mistakenly placed under heavy fire in the Kasbah of Shechem by another unit from the same brigade.

Terrorist who injured IDF soldier arrested

IDF and ISA arrest terrorist who fired towards IDF soldier in Shechem, along with additional suspects.

Duvdevan soldier moderately wounded in Shechem

During IDF activity in Shechem, an IDF soldier was moderately injured as a result of shots that were fired toward the soldiers

First time in 25 years:

Historic: Jews to be allowed at Joseph's Tomb even during daytime

Defense Minister Israel Katz approves Jewish visitors to Joseph's Tomb during daylight hours, in first since the year 2000.

IDF:

Followers of Eliezer Berland ran over Arab in Shechem

Followers of Eliezer Berland illegally entered Joseph’s Tomb in Shechem, clashed with local Arabs, and allegedly ran over a Palestinian, prompting arrests and an IDF warning.

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Dramatic broad daylight arrest in the heart of Shechem

Undercover IDF, police, and Shin Bet forces arrested a Fatah-linked suspect tied to terror attacks and IEDs during a precise operation in the Shechem market.

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The moment the terrorist who killed two soldiers was eliminated

The police have released footage from the Yamam operation in which Ala Raouf Shetiyya, who murdered two IDF soldiers in a ramming attack, was eliminated.

Year and a half later:

Yamam eliminates terrorist who murdered two soldiers in ramming

After a year and a half of searching, Yamam forces surround the building where the terrorist who murdered SSGT Eliya Hilel and SSGT Diego Gavriel Harsaj was hiding and eliminate him in a gun battle.

Judea and Samaria:

IDF, Shin Bet eliminate terrorist who wounded a reservist

IDF, Border Police, and Shin Bet eliminate a PA police terrorist near Shechem and capture several others. All detainees, PA police operatives, were transferred for ISA questioning.

IDF reservist injured in Shechem

Terrorists fire at IDF forces during counterterror operation in Shechem, moderately injuring reserve soldier.

Shechem-area mosque set aflame

Rioters set fire to mosque, scrawl graffiti at scene.

Bodycam footage

Soldiers arrest terrorist who planned attack

As part of an overnight activity in Shechem, IDF soldiers apprehended a terrorist who had planned to carry out an attack.

Thousands pray at Joseph's Tomb ahead of Rosh Chodesh

Thousands of worshippers entered Joseph's Tomb in Shechem overnight, accompanied by several MKs and Samaria governor Yossi Dagan.

In broad daylight:

IDF, Border Police, arrest terrorist in Shechem operation

IDF forces, Border Police's undercover unit, arrest terror suspect in Shechem in ISA-guided operation.

Israeli mobbed and carjacked in Shechem

An Israeli who drove into the Joseph's Tomb complex in Shechem was attacked by a mob when his car broke down.

Father and three children rescued after entering Shechem

Civil Administration forces successfully rescue a father and his three children who accidentally entered the heart of Shechem (Nablus).

Illegal PA worker with fake Israeli ID arrested after chase

Police in northern Israel arrest 35-year-old Shechem-area resident with security record who was working illegally in a local restaurant using a forged Israeli ID.

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Fatah official encourages children to join fight against Israel

In video translated by MEMRI, Fatah Secretary Muhammad Hamdan is seen addressing children at a summer camp in Shechem, urging them to become the next generation of fighters defending Palestinian Arab identity.

Thousands celebrate haircutting ceremony at Joseph's Tomb

Thousands of Israelis visited Joseph's Tomb in Shechem last night for an emotional ceremonial haircutting ceremony for Rabbi Lieberman's grandson.

Police impound bus that brought visitors to Joseph's Tomb

The bus was used to transport nearly 50 Hassidic worshippers to the tomb without appropriate security coordination.

After a 5-month manhunt:

Forces arrest terrorist behind central Israel bus bombings

Terrorist behind February bus bombings in Bat Yam and Holon captured in Shechem after months-long manhunt; ready-to-use explosives found at scene.

Footage from Shechem:

Suspect caught on camera throwing rocks at officers arrested

Border Police officers arrested a suspect who was filmed throwing rocks at security forces in Shechem (Nablus).

Historic call for renewed Jewish presence at Joseph’s Tomb

62 ministers and MKs signed the call for the immediate return of Jewish presence to Joseph's Tomb in Shechem, exactly 25 years after Israel withdrew from the region.

Brother of Fallen Druze Officer:

'If we do not retake Joseph's Tomb, his death was in vain'

Thousands of Israeli worshippers visited Yosef's Tomb last night, including Mahdi, the older brother of fallen Druze Border Police officer Madhat Youssef, who called for Israel to retake the holy site.

IDF wraps 30-hour Shechem raid, two terrorists killed

Israeli forces eliminate two terrorists in 30-hour counterterrorism operation in Shechem; four soldiers injured during a weapon-grab attempt.

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Terror cell leader eliminated in raid near Jenin

Israeli forces eliminate senior terrorist, arrest two others in Tamun overnight, in a targeted counterterrorism operation based on ISA intelligence.

IDF backs down on claims against MK Succot in Shechem incident

IDF withdraws initial accusations against MK Tzvi Succot, Samaria Brigade commander acknowledges riot dispersal measures used against Succot and a group of worshippers were unjustified.

Knesset to hold landmark debate on Oslo Accords, Joseph’s Tomb

Amid ongoing IDF operations in Shechem, Knesset to convene for a first-of-its-kind security debate on enforcing Jewish access to Joseph’s Tomb under the Oslo Accords.

IDF launches counterterror op. in Shechem

Over 250 structures have been searched so far, six wanted individuals were apprehended, and a ‘Carlo’ weapon, along with additional weapons, were located and confiscated, in the operation in the Kasbah area of Shechem.

Dramatic footage:

IDF sniper hits terrorist in the heart of Shechem

Footage published on Arab social media shows precise shooting by an IDF sniper from a rooftop in Shechem (Nablus), targeting a terrorist walking among civilians.

Soldiers ordered to fire gas at Jewish worshippers near Shechem

Dozens of worshippers were dispersed with gas grenades after they prayed, as they do every week, at the entrance to Shechem.

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IDF, Border Police nab senior Lions’ Den terrorist in Shechem

In a joint undercover operation guided by Shin Bet intelligence, IDF and Border Police forces arrested a senior Lions' Den terrorist in Shechem; suspect wounded while fleeing, explosive devices hurled at troops.

Shechem:

Security forces eliminate top Islamic Jihad terrorist

IDF, Yamam and Shin Bet forces eliminate terrorist Noor Beitawi, the head of the Islamic Jihad's terror network in Jenin, who was planning imminent attacks.

Mass prayers surround Shechem

Worshippers gathered at five key entrances to Shechem on Friday for coordinated prayer assemblies aimed at restoring the Jewish presence at Joseph’s Tomb.

Two Arabs arrested for posting incitement on social media

IDF soldiers apprehend two suspected of incitement on social media, calling for additional arson attacks and terror attacks in Judea and Samaria.

Senior terrorist eliminated in Shechem

Soldiers of the Duvdevan Unit, guided by Shin Bet intelligence, eliminate Omar Mustafa Abu al-Leil, one of the senior terrorists within the terrorist network in Shechem (Nablus).

Indictment against brother of Bat Yam bus bomber

An indictment has been filed against a Shechem resident, the brother of the terrorist who planted the explosive devices on 5 buses in Bat Yam and Tel Aviv in February, for attempted murder.

Bereaved families pray at Joseph's Tomb

Families of Ben Yosef Livnat, who was murdered at Joseph's Tomb, and Sergeant First Class (res.) Shuvael Ben-Natan, who fell in the war, pray at Joseph's Tomb in special Passover visit.

Terror suspect shot while fleeing forces and is arrested

Uncover forces arrested a terror suspect who they shot when he attempted to flee.

Footage from Shechem:

Undercover Israeli forces surprise most wanted terrorist

Dramatic footage shows the moment Israeli forces, disguised as Arabs, arrested Mahmoud al-Bana a senior terrorist in the dismantled 'Lion's Den' terrorist network.

Security forces launch extensive operation in Shechem

During the operation, the forces apprehended two terrorists, including a former senior member of the 'Lions' Den' terror organization.

Terrorist on Most Wanted list arrested in Shechem

Former 'Lion's Den' leader shot in leg during attempt to escape IDF forces arresting him.

Shechem terror cell, which planned attacks, arrested

Security forces uncover six-person terror cell in Shechem which received direct funding and instruction from Hamas operators in Turkey.

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Maglan Unit troops work to thwart terror in Shechem

IDF forces arrest over 15 wanted suspects in Shechem area, interrogate dozens more suspects and confiscate weapons.

IDF reservist severely injured during operation in Shechem

IDF reservist severely injured during exchange of fire with terrorists in Shechem is receiving medical treatment at hospital.

3 suspects arrested, weapons seized in raid in Shechem

Overnight, IDF, ISA, and Israel Police forces began operating in Shechem (Nablus) as part of the ongoing counterterrorism operation in northern Samaria.

Funding terrorism:

Nablus residents suspected of receiving money from Hamas

Judea and Samaria District Police and ISA arrest two suspects from Nablus for receiving money from the Hamas terror organization.

Helmet cam footage:

This is how a terror attack was thwarted at the last minute

Terrorists caught in Shechem while traveling to carry out an attack found to possess two loaded M16s ready for use, alongside vests, masks, and ammunition.

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Terrorist arrested inside a bed

Border Police undercover officers in Shechem found a terrorist trying to hide inside the box springs under a bed.

IAF UAV strike breaks up gathering of armed men near Shechem

According to local reports, the attack targeted a funeral held at a cemetery in the area that was attended by multiple armed men.

Shechem:

Two terrorists arrested en route to attack

Imminent attack foiled: Security forces apprehended two terrorists armed with fully loaded M-16 assault rifles and in possession of tactical vests and facemasks.