Itamar Ben-Gvir and Yossi Dagan Lay Cornerstone for New Neighborhood in Northern Samaria

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Shomron Regional Council head Yossi Dagan participated in a cornerstone-laying ceremony for a new neighborhood in Hinanit, located in northern Samaria. The event, held recently, drew hundreds of residents and officials, including Ze'ev Greenberg, vice president and owner of Midar company, which is developing the project, and Or Yakubovich, head of Hinanit's local committee.

Ben-Gvir emphasized the significance of the development as an expression of Israeli sovereignty, stating, "Sovereignty is not only determined by government decisions but by the reality created daily by families building homes and new neighborhoods here. Hinanit exemplifies Zionism and pioneering spirit at its best." He highlighted efforts to strengthen settlements, including a major weapons reform and the establishment of over a thousand security rooms nationwide to protect residents.

Yossi Dagan praised the expansion as a vital step in reinforcing Israeli presence in northern Samaria, calling it "the real security that will restore calm to Israel." He noted the rebuilding of 18 settlements over the past 21 years following a painful evacuation and described Hinanit's growth as the most important Zionist endeavor of their generation. Dagan also thanked Ben-Gvir for his dedication to security and settlement strengthening, including facilitating personal weapon permits and fortifying heritage sites.

Ze'ev Greenberg expressed gratitude for the trust placed in Midar and anticipated delivering the new homes to residents soon, describing the project as a modern and comfortable landmark in the heart of Samaria. Or Yakubovich highlighted the neighborhood's growth from 200 families doubling in size, with new families choosing to settle there, signaling a promising future for the community.

The ceremony underscored ongoing efforts to develop and secure Israeli settlements in the West Bank, with government and local leaders collaborating to expand housing and fortify security in the region.