Binyamin Region

Binyamin Region town gets final name change approval

Twenty-eight years after its establishment, Givat Harel will now be called Karmei Oz.

In western Binyamin:

Jordanian fortifications aimed at Tel Aviv uncovered

Nearly 60 years after the Six Day War, Jordanian Legion bunkers and fortifications that threatened Tel Aviv are discovered in Israel's Binyamin Region.

Herd stolen from Israeli farm found in Arab village

A herd stolen early Wednesday from the Tzur Levavi farm was located hours later in an Arab village, following extensive searches by security forces and volunteers.

Poison terror continues

Water cisterns contaminated in Binyamin; sheep harmed

Terrorists from the village of Mu'ayr poisoned water cisterns on a farm in Binyamin. The shepherd identified the suspicious substance and managed to prevent more serious harm to the flock.

Attack in Binyamin:

Two IDF soldiers lightly injured, one terrorist eliminated

IDF soldiers operating in the village of Silwad attacked by two terrorists who injured them. One terrorist eliminated and another apprehended.

Security forces demolish three communities in a single night

Israeli security forces carry out mass enforcement operation, destroying Jewish settlements in Gush Etzion, near Hebron, and in the Binyamin Region.

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.

Passover Eve:

New community breaks ground in Binyamin

The new town of Maoz Tzur connects Gush Dolev-Telmonim to Route 443, making the establishment of a new community a strategic move in western Binyamin.

IDF troops foil two terror attacks in Judea and Samaria

IDF forces foil two terror attacks in Dura and Binyamin. Two terrorists neutralized, with no injuries among the troops.

Massive shrapnel fragments crash at a farm in Binyamin

Heavy shrapnel hit the Chesed Olam farm in the Binyamin region, which has recorded 366 sirens since the war began and suffered major damage after a fire destroyed its main building last week.

Demand to IDF and police:

'Arrest terrorists from ramming attack in Binyamin'

Following the injury of two teenagers near Neve Tzuf in a ramming attack, Attorney Haim Bleicher approaches the Central Command General and the police, alleging a serious failure in handling the incident.

Suspected ramming attack in Binyamin region

Young man and young woman from the community of Neve Tzuf injured after being hit by Palestinian Arab vehicle on Route 465. Dispute over whether this was an accident or a deliberate attack.

'Miracle I survived'

Arab mob attacks Jewish shepherd in Binyamin

Dozens of rioters attacked a Jewish shepherd in Binyamin, leaving him wounded, as troops arrived and suspects reportedly stole part of his flock.

Following Arutz Sheva Probe:

Investigation into officer who struck child at Binyamin protest

The police opened a probe after footage showed an officer using force against a child during a protest in the Binyamin area.

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4 Jewish shepherds injured within 24 hours

Four Jewish shepherds were injured in attacks by Arab rioters over the past 24 hours in Gush Etzion and Binyamin, and an explosive device was found in grazing areas.

Miracle in Binyamin:

Missile debris narrowly misses shepherd boy

A large piece of debris from an Iranian missile fell near a shepherd boy in the Binyamin region, inscribed with Farsi names and verses from the Quran.

Riot Near Shiloh:

'We were saved from an attempted murder'

Residents around Shiloh claim that hundreds of rioters from nearby Palestinian Arab villages attacked a homestead and that the IDF responded with live fire.

Binyamin region homestead demolished, livestock seized

Border Police and Civil Administration forces raided the Nof HaMishkan homestead near Shiloh overnight, evicting two families, confiscating equipment and demolishing buildings.

Thanks to Binyamin farm:

Series of car thefts & drug deals prevented

In recent weeks, the youth of the "Chesed Olam" farm in Binyamin thwarted the theft of a luxury motorcycle and a drug deal near Road 446.

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.

Out into the cold:

Overnight demolitions at Binyamin region hilltop encampments

Border Police and Civil Administration teams razed structures at Gur Ariyeh and Kol Mevaser, drawing fury from residents who vow to rebuild.

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Arab mob attacks Jewish herders, terrorist neutralized

A mob of dozens of Arab rioters attacked Jewish cattle herders and IDF soldiers, soldier fires at rioter.

'Dozens of potential terrorists'

Eli residents up in arms over Arab laborers

Eli residents say they were promised foreign laborers, but Arab workers were approved for a new project; the council says permits are under IDF authority.

Arab stone-throwing attack caught on camera

Arabs from the town of Bir Zeit attacked a Jewish shepherd from Kfar Tarfon in the Binyamin region over Shabbat.

IDF continues crackdown on Israeli homesteads in Binyamin region

The IDF demolished two homesteads in the Binyamin region overnight, sparking outcry from the occupants and bringing accusations of ongoing harassment.

Due to EU sanctions

Israeli detained while en route to Uman

A resident of the Binyamin Region spent nearly a week in a Romanian airport after being notified that he was subject to EU sanctions.

During visit to Binyamin

US Ambassador's grandchildren make ancient discovery

Mike Huckabee embarked on a family tour of caves near Na’ale, during which his grandchildren uncovered ancient artifacts.

Not terror-related

13-year-old boy injured in hit-and-run in Binyamin region

After footage from cameras was reviewed and an initial investigation by intelligence officials was conducted, it appears that the boy was injured as a result of a hit-and-run accident, not a nationalist-motivated incident.

IDF punishes soldiers for serious misconduct in Binyamin village

The IDF confirmed that Paratroopers entered Deir Dibwan without authorization and vandalized Palestinian vehicles, calling the incident severe and sentencing involved soldiers and commanders to prison.

Civil Administration moves to new civilian building in Binyamin

Civil Administration’s civilian units relocate from military base to permanent facility in Sha’ar Binyamin, 'a historic step toward separating military and civilian life and advancing de facto sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.'

'No settlements in Gaza

Defense Minister walks back comments on Gaza communities

Defense Minister Israel Katz walks back statement that Israel will establish youth communities based on the IDF in Gaza.

First time

IDF soldiers light Hanukkah candles at Hasmonean Palaces

For the first time, IDF soldiers held an official Hanukkah candle lighting ceremony at the site of the Hasmonean Palaces in Binyamin.

Deterrence:

IDF launches preemptive sweep of Hamas operatives

IDF arrests and interrogates dozens of suspected Hamas operatives in Judea and Samaria as part of a preemptive campaign ahead of Hamas’ Foundation Day to 'stay a step ahead of a constantly adapting enemy.'

'Life-changing':

Shiloh visit leaves deep impact on US Christian delegation

American Christian leaders who visited Shiloh told Arutz Sheva about the spiritual meaning of their visit, the welcome they received, and their commitment to support Israel.

1000 leaders in Shiloh

'Israel is the firewall between radical Islam and America'

Over 1,000 US Christian leaders visited ancient Shiloh, where Mike Evans and Eliana Passentin speak with Arutz Sheva about their mission’s significance in Judea and Samaria.

Massive show of support

Over 1,000 US leaders visit Ancient Shiloh

More than a thousand leaders and influencers from the United States are touring the ancient Shiloh site in Binyamin, in the culmination of the largest outreach mission in Israel's history.

Thousand faith leaders at Shiloh:

Binyamin prepares for historic visit

In an interview with Arutz Sheva, Yisrael Ganz says the upcoming massive US pastors’ delegation affirms Israel’s ancient roots in Shiloh and strengthens global advocacy for Judea and Samaria.

International support:

Thousands of Christian leaders to visit Ancient Shiloh

Over a thousand Christian leaders and influencers will visit the important Jewish historical site in the Binyamin Region for the main event of a tour held over the past week.

Mevo Horon:

Destructive blaze sparks demand to accelerate construction

Tenants wrote to the local government demanding improved buildings with more space and better safety features.

Dramatic footage:

Terrorist draws knife, lunges at soldiers

Footage shows the moment a terrorist stabbed two soldiers as they were questioning him near the town of Ateret.

Civilian vigilance prevents tragedy in Binyamin

A civilian reported a suspicious individual carrying a backpack near the town of Ateret. Upon inspection, the terrorist stabbed two IDF soldiers and was eliminated.

Binyamin region:

Two soldiers wounded in stabbing attack

A terrorist stabbed two soldiers at a spring outside the town of Ateret. The terrorist was eliminated.

Suspected agricultural terror attack in Binyamin

A goat belonging to the Metzudat David farm in the Binyamin region was poisoned near its grazing area. Police located a pita bread laced with toxic material and arrested four Palestinians from the village of al-Mughayir in less than 24 hours.

Tragedy in Binyamin

Eight-year-old girl struck and killed by bus

A girl, about eight years old, was killed by a bus in Givat Harel.

Flock of sheep poisoned at a farm in Binyamin region

Palestinians from the village of al-Mughayyir entered the grazing lands of the Metzudat David farm in Binyamin during Shabbat and scattered poisoned dates among the fodder.

Binyamin region:

Sirens sound in Mevo Horon over suspected infiltration

Sirens sounded in Mevo Horon after surveillance spots three suspicious figures. Residents ordered into protected spaces as IDF forces launch searches for suspected infiltrators.

At multiple locations:

Jewish residents attacked with rocks by Arabs and leftists

Violent riots break out in multiple locations across the Binyamin region, with leftist anarchists providing logistical support to rock-throwing Arab terrorists.

Armed PA police spotted near Israeli town

Palestinian security forces entered the region of the Israeli town of Adam this evening after a mistake in coordination with the IDF.

Newspaper delivery triggered terror alert in Kochav Hashachar

A local newspaper distributor in Kochav Hashachar was identified as a terrorist last Friday. Residents remained in their homes for about three hours until the mistake was clarified.

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Giant American flag flies over Binyamin region

The flag, measuring 26×36 feet (8×11 meters), was erected in Ateret, which is in a major flight path to Ben Gurion Airport.

Security forces searching

Suspected infiltration in Kochav Hashachar in Binyamin region

Report received of a suspect who attempted to break into a house in Kochav Hashachar. IDF troops are searching the area alongside additional units.

Shiloh prepares for the return of Avinatan Or

The town of Shiloh is preparing for the return of Avinatan Or from captivity after two years, with lighting, decorations, and a special monument in the community square.

Hours After The Deal:

Hostage's family holds brit mila ceremony

The family of hostage Avinatan Or celebrated today the birth of their new grandson in a particularly emotional brit milah ceremony held in the community of Shiloh, just hours after the hostage deal was announced.

Happy October 7:

IED planted on road to Israeli homestead

Palestinian Arabs placed an explosive device and a Hamas flag on the road to the Chesed LaAvraham farm near Ofra. The device included a note in Hebrew, 'Happy October 7.'

Roadside ambush:

Dozens of Arabs attack a family in Binyamin

A family traveling to in the Binyamin region encountered dozens of Arabs who tried to block their car and pelted it with rocks.

Following security breach:

IDF to beef up security around infiltrated Jewish village

Following a major infiltration in Na’ale by masked burglars, the IDF is reinforcing forces in the area as local and military officials investigate and enhance security systems.

Serious security failure in Binyamin Region town

Two years after the October 7 massacre: Masked suspects infiltrate Jewish town of Na'ale on Friday night, no alert sounded.

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.

Binyamin town left without security detail

Reservists who provided security to the Anatot settlement in Binyamin ended their tour of duty - but no other unit was assigned to replace them, leaving the town undefended.