Route 443

History in Binyamin:

New community 'Ma'oz Tzur' inaugurated

The new community overlooks Route 433, one of the main routes connecting Jerusalem and central Israel.

The road that will 'eliminate' a Palestinian state

Ministers Smotrich and Regev inaugurated the beginning of work to pave the new Route 45, which will connect eastern Binyamin with Route 443.

Route 443 Assassination:

Assassins posed as police, killed reservist who was nearby

An investigation of the shooting on Route 443 indicates the suspects posed as police, pursued their assassination targets and killed reservist Sergei Metatov, an innocent passerby who happened upon the scene.

New details about the Binyamin Region missile launch

Security officials report that a homemade Qassam missile with a 10-km range was launched from Ni'ma, prompting unprecedented concerns and the arrest of the terrorists.

Security concern:

Rocket located recently near Route 443

A rocket was detected in the village of Niama near Route 443. Palestinian security forces arrested the terrorists but have not yet handed them over to the IDF.

Watch:

Car thief breaks through checkpoint and flips over

A car thief fleeing police on Route 443 northwest of Jerusalem attempted to pass through the Ofer Checkpoint. However, the forces at the checkpoint lifted the bollards which caused the vehicle to flip.

Ten months before attack:

Fallen soldier talks about bone marrow donation

Maxim Molchanov OBM, murdered in the ramming attack on Route 443, spoke about a bone marrow donation to save the life of a 12-year-old boy.

450 sheep, 60K guests, $1.85M:

A look into the Palestinian Arab wedding of the century

Videos show the massive scope of the wedding reception held for Ahmad, the son of PA businessman Tareq Natsheh.

Op-ed:

Justices Gorsuch & Kavanaugh didn’t lie at confirmation hearings

Democrats have predictably taken the hatred, hypocrisy, hyperbole route in a week of rage since the historic June 24 abortion ruling.Op-ed.

Rimmel family disaster:

Efraim Rimmel released from hospital, undergoes rehabilitation

One month after collision: Efraim Rimmel released from Shaare Zedek Medical Center for rehabilitation at Tel Hashomer Hospital.

Tzipi Rimmel's father:

'We don't forgive offending driver; he mustn't see light of day'

Father of Tzipi killed in Route 443 collision hopes offending driver will never be released. 'G-d help us raise children until father heals'

Driver who struck and killed woman, baby released

Driver accused of traveling at dangerously high speed and striking family vehicle was not under influence of drugs, alcohol.

12-year-old boy injured in deadly crash fighting for his life

Father injured in deadly crash on Route 443 remains in serious condition, while his son is in critical condition, fighting for his life.

Fatal accident west of J'lem: 'A savage man crashed into them'

Minister Akunis: 'I hope that the accident which killed Tzipi Rimmel & her baby was accidental.' Driver is suspected of negligent homicide.

Samaria town mourns double tragedy in deadly car crash

'We've suffered many tragic events.' Friends and neighbors of Tzipi Rimmel come to grips with her death and the death of her baby in crash.

Toddler, 35-year-old woman critically injured in accident

Four injured in accident involving two vehicles near Givat Ze'ev junction.

Driver arrested after 4 killed in crash near Modiin

Police arrest driver of minibus which crashed near Modiin, killing 4 freed prisoners. Authorities suspect driver of negligence.

4 killed in traffic accident near Shilat Junction

Fourteen injured in accident on Route 443 near Shilat Junction leading to Modi'in and Kiryat Sefer.

IDF: Terror cell carried out two attacks in one night

Terrorists' night of mayhem started with firebombings - ended with ramming attack. 'Why didn't army shoot them during first attack?'

Overturned 443 bus:

Driver of vehicle suspected of causing death by negligence

Driver of private vehicle involved in fatal road accident questioned by police on suspicion of causing death by negligence.

Victims of deadly crash northwest of Jerusalem identified

24-year-old Rachel Chaya Guttman and 27-year-old Ruchama Rosen named as victims killed in fatal bus crash outside of Jerusalem.

Watch: Moments after crash, passengers pull themselves from bus

Moments after line 304 bus crashed en route to Jerusalem, passengers extricate themselves from the vehicle.

Bus driver in fatal crash likely to be questioned under caution

Police continue probe of bus crash on Route 443 that left two haredi women dead, 41 other people injured.

Haredi women killed in bus crash

Two women killed in massive traffic accident en route to Jerusalem from haredi city of Modiin Illit.

Police: Fatal accident followed another accident nearby

Investigation of fatal accident near J'lem indicates bus crashed into van that had stopped to help at scene of another accident.

2 women killed in road accident near Jerusalem

2 killed, 41 injured in a severe road accident between a bus and a private vehicle on Route 443 near Beit Horon. Road closed.

Report: PA foiled attack near major Israeli highway

PA security forces locate and disarm explosive device near Jerusalem-Tel Aviv roadway, preventing potentially major terror attack.

'The trip to Gush Etzion has just become shorter'

Ceremony unveils 'Rosemarin Interchange,' which enables drivers to traverse Jerusalem in 12 minutes.

Army opens investigation into Route 443 shooting

IDF launches official probe into incident in which soldiers responding to attack accidentally killed innocent Arab bystander.

Palestinian shot dead following rock attack on Route 443

PA security officials say Israeli troops shot dead a Palestinian Arab. Earlier, rocks were hurled at Israeli vehicles on busy highway.

New Jerusalem highway unifies city, links Judea to Samaria

New section of Begin Expressway connects strategic Judea, Samaria highways. Drivers can now cross city hassle-free in 12 minutes.

Terror cell hoped to 'avenge' terrorist killed murdering Jews

Security forces arrest 12-strong terror cell responsible for attacks on Israeli motorists along Route 443 in Samaria.

IDF prepares for shooting attack on Jerusalem highway

Ram Brigade holds drill simulating terror attack at Highway 443 gas station, which has become a terror hotspot in recent months.

Two soldiers wounded in shooting attack in Binyamin region

Terrorist opens fire at military checkpoint in Beit Horon, wounds two and flees the scene.

Hamas parades 'captured Israeli tank' - there's just one problem

Gaza terror group proudly displayed what they claimed was a captured Israel Merkava tank. Closer inspection revealed something else...

Baby in serious condition from hypothermia

Highways 443 and 60 closed due to snow and ice; 7-week-old infant given medical treatment in serious condition from snowstorm.

Israeli forces nab terror cell targeting cars along Route 443

More than 16 terrorists took part in numerous rock-throwing and firebomb attacks against civilian vehicles, IDF forces.

Security fence being built near site of murder

Two days after a soldier was stabbed to death at the gas station on Route 443, a fence is being constructed.

Second attack in one hour

Israeli murdered in stabbing along Route 443

18year-old stabbed at gas station on Highway 443 fatally wounded; another lightly injured.

Security Boosted on Major Highway to Prevent Terror

Residents along Route 443 have been so afraid to drive that they have been taking Highway 1 to avoid it, security source reveals.

Terror in the capital

Highway 443 Outside Jerusalem, the New Terror Hotpoint

Arabs hit motorcyclist in head with rocks near site of gas station stabbing; three others wounded including a baby - day after baby wounded.

'Arabs Chuckled, Watched the Terrorist Stab Me and Did Nothing'

Survivor of attack near J'lem relives pursuit and 5 stabbings; video shows stabber lurking outside car seeking another victim.

Exclusive coverage

At Stabbing Scene: 'Every Concession Brings Terror Attacks'

MK Hazan and activist Marzel speak to Arutz Sheva at site of stabbing just minutes after, note tie to demolition orders on nearby synagogue.

Israeli Wounded in Stabbing Attack

26-year-old lightly wounded after Arab terrorist stabs him at gas station on Highway 443; terrorist shot.

Rock-Throwing and Car-Chases in North Jerusalem

Dramatic car chase as would-be victim gives chase after coming under attack. But are local authorities shirking responsibility?

Terror Cell Thwarted on Route 443

15 Palestinian Arabs planning to throw stones, Molotov cocktails at cars arrested; Shin Bet catches Hamas terror cell as a result.

Ministers Told: Highway 443 Off Limits

Document sent to ministers reaches Arutz Sheva; forbids travel on the route even during the daytime.

Arabs Pelt Habima Actors on Route 443

'We were all in a state of shock and we were very lucky that nothing worse happened.'

Motorcyclist: 'PM Must Sort Out Terror on Route 443'

Motorcyclist says it's a miracle he survived rock attack on 443.

Police Sting Nabs PA Arab Crime Gang

Police disguised as Israeli merchants apprehend gang of 6 who regularly ambushed tradesmen along Route 443.

PA Won't be Allowed 'Shin Bet' Base in Area C

The Civil Administration has rejected a PA request to establish a security base with a potential to endanger Israelis.

Modi'in Rabbi: 'They Tried to Kill Me'

A Modi'in rabbi reports he was the target of a murder attempt by Arab terrorists on the road to Jerusalem on Saturday night.

SOS at CPAC: "Where's Admiral Gaouette?" and the "Benghazi CBA"

New organization of former US Special Ops officers issues distress calls about urgent high-profile questions.

Arabs Blocked Road to Jerusalem

About 100 residents of Beit Ur a-Tachta block Route 443 intermittently. Police, IDF dispersed them, made one arrest.

US Bans Government Workers from Israeli Highway 443 at Night

One day after a report that Netanyahu can’t travel on Highway 443 because of fears of Arab attacks, the US bans it workers from the road at night.

Shin Bet: Road 443 Safe for All Israelis - Except PM Netanyahu

Road 443 is said to be safe for all Israelis - except Prime Minister Netanyahu, who told MKs that the Shin Bet has forbidden him from using it.

First Attacks Reported on 443

Shortly after Highway 443 opens to Palestinian Authority traffic, Jewish drivers report attacks along the road.

As 443 Opens to PA, MKs Call to Restrict Supreme Court

Highway 443 opens to PA traffic, MKs call to restrict Supreme Court's ability to rule on security-related matters.

MKs Call to Postpone 443 Opening

Members of Knesset are concerned by the opening of Highway 443. MK Moses: Supreme Court failed to see reality on the ground.

Rock Attacks on Highway 443

No one hurt, several vehicles damaged on the road between Modiin and Jerusalem that is to reopen to Arab traffic.