Samaria

Netanyahu: The Terrorists Knew They Murdered Parents

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says terror attack in Samaria was the direct result of Palestinian incitement against Israel.

Ministers: Abbas is Responsible For the Murder

Ministers blame Abbas's 'mechanism of murder' in UN incitement against Israel in murder of a young couple in Samaria.

Watch: Planting Trees Post-Shmita in the Shomron

Arutz Sheva meets volunteers who speak of the special connection they feel to the land of Israel when they plant trees.

Watch: Bereaved Dad's Emotional Saxophone Tribute to Slain Son

'We are filled with your strength' Samaria head tells Eliezer Rosenfeld, whose son, Malachi, was murdered by terrorists in June.

IDF Shoots Arab Firebombers in Samaria

Fighting fire with fire: after 2 firebomb attacks in capital, IDF surprises with an ambush, shooting one terrorist and arresting another.

Rivlin: Samaria is 'Link Between Biblical Israel and Today'

President Reuven Rivlin declares 'Jerusalem and Tel Aviv are here' at elementary school opening in Samarian community of Peduel.

One Injured in Shooting Attack in Samaria

Arab terrorists fired on Israeli motorist driving through Jit Intersection near Kedumim in Samaria.

Security Forces Begin Eviction in Sa-Nur

Security forces evacuate some 250 people in Sa-Nur in northern Samaria. Most left without incident.

Deputy FM: Leftists Were Cured by Visiting Samaria

Hotovely visits Samaria, says tours of the region have had serious impact on public opinion leaders, weighs in on Council head elections.

Avi Zimmerman Takes Ariel's Case to the World

Meet the executive director of the Ariel Foundation, who tells Ariel's story to people all over the world.

'Prophecy Realized' in the Wines of Samaria

Tura Winery south of Shechem in top 3 of national wine competition for 4th year running, proving the quality of 'unique Samaria wine.'

Two Terrorists Arrested When They Try to Stab Soldiers

Two terrorists tried to stab an IDF soldier Sunday night near the Yakir Junction in central Samaria. They were arrested.

Another CNN Screwup: The 32-Year-Old 'New Settlement'

Nearly three decades after it was established, CNN has “discovered” the town of Mevo Horon – and declared it an “illegal settlement."

First Ever 'Biblical Marathon' Held in Samaria

New marathon commemorating biblical story of runner from Binyamin to Shiloh held Thursday all across Samaria.

IDF Soldier Stabbed at Oranit Checkpoint in Samaria

IDF soldier stabbed in the upper body by Palestinian terrorist at the Oranit checkpoint along the Trans-Samaria Highway.

Likud MK-Elect Considering Moving to Samaria

MK-elect Nava Boker, who lost her husband in the Carmel fire, visits the Shomron region, calls to "keep every piece of land we have here."

'No Better Place to Read Megillat Esther than Joshua's Tomb'

Residents and regional council officials gathered Thursday at Joshua's Tomb in Samaria for eight-year tradition of reading Book of Esther.

Police Officer to be Charged for Assaulting Jewish Child

Police put officer on criminal trial for beating an 11-year-old over claims of 'price tag,' as polygraph proves child's case.

Hotovely Praises Samaria Town as Demolition Order Issued

Likud MK Tzipi Hotovely took the battle for votes to Judea and Samaria, the heartland of support for Naftali Bennett's Jewish Home.

'Abandoning our security'

'Scandal' as Samaria Guards Arrested Instead of Arab Terrorists

2 town security members arrested over claims that Arabs attacking IDF were wounded, as they blocked search for potentially abducted kids.

Rock-Throwing Terrorists Injure Two Women

Two women were injured Monday evening after Palestinian terrorists threw rocks at their vehicle near Shilo Junction in Binyamin.

Samaria Takes in Tel Aviv Homeless for the Storm

Samaria Resident's Council offers homeless with nowhere to turn a stay in guest rooms with warm food and showers to get out of the cold.

Samaria Prepares for Snow Storm - and Free Skiing

Binyamin council deputy head explains how painful lessons have been learned from last storm; residents to enjoy snow this time in sleds.

Knife-Carrying Terrorist Thwarted in Samaria

A Palestinian from Qalqilya was stopped by Border Patrol forces, who arrested him after he pulled a knife out from his jacket pocket.

Father, 11 Year Old Girl Badly Hurt in Samaria Firebomb Attack

An Israeli driver and his 11 year old daughter were attacked by Arab terrorists who threw a firebomb at his vehicle Thursday night.

Terrorist Attack Thwarted at Samaria Checkpoint

Four Palestinian Arab suspects arrested near Jenin with pipe bombs after quick action from a Border Police patrol.

Samaria Residents and IDF Close Hanukkah at Joshua's Tomb

Special ceremony on final night of Hanukkah held in Samaria at the grave of Moses's disciple, the 'first Hebrew Chief of Staff.'

Haaretz Journalists Arrested for Provoking IDF

Cleared for publication: Gideon Levy and Alex Levac arrested for assaulting soldiers, trying to cross into Area A without permission.

Palestinians, Leftists Uproot Israeli Olive Grove

Residents of Elon Moreh say IDF did nothing to stop some 200 Arab and left-wing extremists from destroying Jewish-owned orchard.

Breaking news

Terrorist Car Attack Suspected in Samaria

Arab car crashes into barriers at hitchhiking station in suspected attack attempt; soldiers not wounded, driver in moderate condition.

Israeli Teen Volunteers Preventing the Next Terror Attack?

Samaria community's 'shuttle guard' program to enlist 6-8 graders to ensure safety on school buses along Route 60. Is it enough?

Abbas's Fatah faction

Watch: Gush Etzion Stabbing Attack by Female Fatah Terrorist

One wounded as soldier attacked by female terrorist, hours after stabbing attempt in Samaria.

Secular Town Sees Mikveh Usage Triple after Renovation

Religious Council in Samaria finds many women - prime among them less observant - are prevented from ritual only by sub-par standards.

Watch: Palestinian Car Thief Rams Police Checkpoint

Terrorism? Video of incident this morning when a Palestinian man smashed a stolen truck through a police road block.

Truck Attack Foiled in Samaria

Palestinian terrorist attempts to ram truck into police officers at Samaria checkpoint in latest in car attack. None hurt.

Police Raise Nationwide Terror Alert

After police shooting of Hir Alhamdan, riots and attacks break out in Galilee, Shomron, and Jerusalem. Approximately 11 injured Saturday.

Palestinian Teen Terrorist Was US Citizen

State Dept. urges 'calm' after revealing that 17 year-old shot dead after lobbing firebombs at Israeli civilians was an American citizen.

Palestinian Teen Shot and Killed While Trying to Throw Firebombs

IDF troops shoot dead a Palestinian Arab teenager who was caught trying to harm Israeli vehicles with firebombs.

Samaria Town Appeals for Support After Terrifying Attack

"It was the most life-threatening situation I have witnessed"; appeals for equipment after youths ambushed by Arabs near Bet El.

Testimony: Terrorist 'Pulled a Gun' in Thwarted Samaria Attack

Border Patrol reveals dramatic details of Samaria terror attempt, and how officers neutralized terrorist in hand-to-hand combat.

Terror Attack Thwarted Near Ariel

Arab driver attempts to run over IDF soldier near Ariel; no injuries reported.

Ben Gvir: Samaria Hotel Cancels Anti-Missionary Event

The incident shows how much power missionaries in Samaria really have, says the event's organizers.

Explosions and Pipe Bombs in Samaria

Rehelim Junction targeted by explosive, pipe bombs thrown at Jit Intersection near Shechem; police search for terrorists, additional bombs.

Baby Lightly Hurt in Samaria Rock Attack

Two-year-old girl lightly hurt in an Arab rock-throwing attack near Huwara in Samaria, the latest in a string of such attacks.

What if Rockets were Fired from 'The West Bank'?

A rocket from Gaza at Ben Gurion airport disrupted air traffic, but terrorists in Samaria would have a much clearer shot if Israel left.

‘Miracle’ Recovery for Samaria Attack Victim

Yeshiva student who was seriously wounded in terrorist shooting is on the mend.

Technician Escapes Terrorist Stabbing Attempt in Samaria

Arab terrorists block Bezeq technician's car and approach armed with knives, technician manages to flee.

Terrorists Try to Infiltrate into Shomron Town

IDF soldiers identify and open fire towards two terrorists who tried to infiltrate into the Shomron town of Kochav Ya'akov.

Bill: Ban Hiring Discrimination Against Judea-Samaria Residents

Initiative to prevent employers from discriminating against Judea-Samaria residents passes preliminary reading.

Samaria Jews Protest Surge of Arab Terror

Over 200 Samaria residents bear signs and block road in response to wave of rock throwings, shootings and attempted bombings.

Tel Aviv Woman Caught Smuggling Arab Illegals in Trunk

Woman with three daughters apprehended crossing checkpoint from Samaria with Arab men in car trunk.

Cleared for Publication:

Terror Cell Planned Kidnapping Attacks from Prison

'Ensemble cast' of terrorists hatched elaborate plan to kidnap soldiers, with Hamas and Saudi backing, according to Shin Bet.

Breaking: Ariel University Student Carjacked by Arab Hitchhiker

Police forces looking for Palestinian Arab attacker.

Two New Arrests Amid Clashes in Yitzhar

Stone-throwing between security forces, extremists in Yitzhar overnight; more suspects arrested.

A Mosque At 'Settler' Ariel University

Ariel University, subject of European and anti-Israel boycotts, has agreed to provide its 600 Arab students with a Muslim prayer room.

‘No Jew Has Been Here for 20 Years’

Jews tour historic Samaria site for the first time in 20 years, see Joshua’s altar from Bible times.

Israeli Cabbie Robbed, Stabbed in Samaria

Thieves stab Israeli driver before escaping in his car.

Alert Students Thwart Attack on Homesh

Yeshiva students thwart bomb attack outside Israeli town that was given to PA.

Youths Pay Left-Wing Lawyer in Buckets of Coins

Samaria Jews forced to pay leftist attorney despite dropping their suit give him 5,000 NIS in buckets of 0.10-shekel coins.

Alert Soldiers Thwart Massive Sheep Theft

Farmers warn that massive wave of theft in Samaria harms the entire nation.