Samaria (Shomron)

Islamic Jihad releases footage of bombing in Samaria

The footage shows the explosive attack on a Jewish vehicle that was traveling from Homesh to Shavei Shomron. One individual was wounded in the attack.

Shortly after shooting attack

Over 10,000 Jews march through Samaria

The scheduled march started at Shavei Shomron and ended at the Sabastia train station a significant sight in Samaria history

Shooting attack in Samaria:

Terrorists open fire on car in Shavei Shomron

Terrorists open fire towards Israeli vehicle in the town of Shavei Shomron. No injuries reported, IDF soldiers searching for suspects.

Evyatar residents: "We're not impressed."

Those living in the new town of Evyatar say it will take more than a riot to drive them out.

Haredi residents take action following wave of Arab break-ins

Modi'in Illit residents respond by founding Hashomrim, have already captured two infiltrators.

Terrorist Attack Thwarted at Samaria Checkpoint

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

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.

‘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.

Breaking News

Security Forces to Evict Two Jewish Families from Samaria Farm

Police forces, SWAT team converge on small Samaria farm. The crime: allowing two Jewish families to live in caravans there.

Palestinian Arab Driver Tries to Run Over IDF Soldiers

Suspect in attempted hit-and-run in Samaria flees the scene; second attempted attack on soldiers in 24 hours.

Youth from Samaria Share Their Fears

Young Israelis from Samaria sit with MKs. Among their questions: after the army, where will I live?

Palestinians Take Shelter in Jewish ‘Settlement’

Arab men flee to Israeli ‘settlement’ for safety, claim PA police trying to kill them. 'Livni and Kerry, you've been warned'.

New Wines from Samaria to Hit Shelves

Wine-lovers excited as prize-winning Samaria winery releases two new wines, now with most stringent kosher supervision.

Bus Driver Hurt in Rock Attack

Bus driver suffers head injuries in Samaria terror attack, but manages to drive to nearest checkpoint for help.

Bible Quiz Winner: It’s a Way of Life

Bible quiz winner says he was born and raised on Tanakh studies.

Video: European BigWigs visit Samaria, Oppose Boycotts

Samaria Regional Council hosted fmr. Romanian President Emil Constantinescu and ex-FM of Bulgaria Solomon Passy.

Arab Vandals Desecrate Memorial to Slain Rabbi

'Only barbarians can do this kind of thing,' says Samaria official.

Clashes in Yitzhar over Olive Harvest ‘Provocation’

Clash in Samaria as Arabs, foreign supporters try to force their way into an Israeli town. Locals say olive harvest just a pretext.

‘No Obstacle’ to Infiltrating Israeli Towns

MK concerned as soldiers fail to question illegal workers who left Arab town for Israeli territory. ‘Keep illegals off buses,’ he says.

Samaria as You've Never Seen It on Display

Paintings by physicist and electro-optic engineer David Fish on exhibit at Modiin show the less-familiar side of Shomron.

Samaria to World Bank: Sure, Blame Us

Ramallah's GDP is limited by Israel's control of land, says bank. Samaria official: we aid Arab residents more than their corrupt officials.

Geulat Tzion, A Small Hilltop in the Shomron

Samaria Prepares – Again – for Tel Aviv Refugees

Israelis in Samaria prepare to take in evacuees from the Tel Aviv area in case of war.

The "Small Settlements" are Essential for Peace

Samaria Leader: One Million 'Settlers' in 3 Years

Samaria Regional Council Head says settlement enterprise in Judea and Samaria cannot be undone.

Take a Hike. Preferably, to Bir Adva

The Samaria Residents' Council recommends a beautiful nature spot on the Itamar Ridge.

‘Settlers’ Answer Kerry – in Washington

The ‘Samaria Foreign Ministry’ meets with U.S. leaders. Congressman: Time to do away with the nonsense about ’67 borders.’

Samaria ‘Spies’ Accompanied to Jail with Song, Dancing

Jewish men who warned others of impending home demolitions are sent to jail.

Women Plan March to Arab Town, ‘Enough Rock Terror’

Samaria women plan to march Tuesday to an Arab village known for violence, in a call to end terror on Israeli roads.

Prizes to Samaria, Golan Wineries at International Event

Wineries in the Golan and in Samaria win prizes at the DECANTER competition in Britain. More than 14,300 wines competed.

Photos: Rock Ambush at 1:30 AM, Baby in Back Seat

Arabs on both sides of the road threw rocks at cars carrying Jewish families Saturday night. This time, babies are safe,

Protests Against Terror Continue in Samaria

Junction where man was stabbed to death continues to be the site of rallies against terrorism.

Teen from Samaria Takes Gold in Europe

17-year-old Israeli from Samaria wins at karate championship; 13-year-old prepares to face off in judo.

Arabs Torch Jewish Vineyard in Samaria

Arson sparks clash between Arabs, Jews in Samaria; six arrested.

Samaria Prepares to Deal with Aging Population

Samaria’s elderly population set for dramatic increase by 2013; leaders prepare now.

Tragic Crash in Samaria ‘Price of Government Apathy’

One man killed in Samaria crash; local officials blame ‘apathy’ that prevented opening of new road.

Samaria Activist Esther Karish Passes Away

Long-time land of Israel activist remembered for her kindness and warmth.

Struk: You Can Help Samaria, by Visiting

MK Struk says that visits to Judea and Samaria provide a real boost to Israelis in the region.

Effort to ‘Fix’ Disengagement Gets Boost with Homesh Pact

Thousands to sign pact to ‘right the wrong’ of Disengagement, senior Likud politicians join the call.

Homesh Back on the Map

North Samaria town put symbolically back on the map as rebuilding efforts continue post-Disengagement.

EU Parliamentarians in Whirlwind Tour of Samaria

EU parliamentarians take 36-hour trip to Samaria and Jerusalem, are surprised at Arab-Jewish coexistence.

MK, Residents: Gate to Ariel Must Not Close

Plan to close an entrance to Ariel, Samaria's largest city, will not only inconvenience residents but put them at risk, MK warns.

Biblical Heroes, Modern Technology

New Binyamin multimedia center to host Biblical plays with a historically accurate modern backdrop.

Leftists to Obama: Speak at Rabin Square

As Israeli Left prepares to meet its hero, nationalists want Obama to speak in Samaria.

Erasing the ‘Green Line’ with Tourism

Millions of visitors to Samaria ‘will erase the Green Line with their feet,’ regional leader predicts.

Video: Stakelbeck Devotes Show to Samaria

Influential American broadcaster tours Biblical heartland, says reality is mirror image of how it's depicted abroad.

Samaria Leader Responds to Lapid’s Anti-‘Settler’ Screed

Local Samaria leader responds to Lapid’s claims that ‘settlers’ take money from middle class.

Video: Jews Study Torah on Disputed Land

After being kicked off their land by Arabs who were backed by the IDF, Jews from Tapuach came back to the disputed land to study Torah.

Video: IDF Helps Arab Land Grab in Samaria

Old story, new twist: Arabs and Jews claim the same land. IDF tells them nobody will work the land - then protects the Arabs as they plow.

Miracle Saves Baby from Rock-Throwing Terrorist

A rock-throwing Arab teen nearly killed a baby Sunday morning when the huge rock he hurled at the car crashed a few inches from the infant.

Wife of 'Samaria Spy': The Right has Abandoned Us

The wife of a man sentenced to jail for anti-demolition protests laments the lack of support from the right, rabbis.

Hamas Preparing for War against Abbas, Reports Sunday Times

Hamas is preparing to duplicate its 2007 civil war in Gaza and has instructed terror cells to get ready for a military coup to oust Abbas.

Video: Arabs Use IDF Vehicles for Target Practice

IDF deterrence is at a record low in Judea and Samaria, as video from Samaria shows.

Palestinian Authority Arabs Attack Rescue Team

Palestinian Authority Arabs rioted against the IDF at Yitzhar in Samaria and hurled rocks at rescue team carrying an injured soldier.

Stakelbeck 'Almost Shed a Tear' at Cave of Patriarchs

CBN terror analyst Erick Stakelbeck on visit to Judea and Samaria: "I have to pinch myself."

Israeli Security Foils Road Terror Attacks

Israeli security forces continue to foil Arab road terror attempts, including an attempted axe-murderer and a briefcase bomb under a bridge.