IT’S TIME TO SIGN UP FOR YOUR BUS TO CHOMESH (See Mattot Arim Message Below)
Report: Settlers to Spend Independence Day in Homesh
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Families evacuated from the former settlement of Homesh plan to head to the ruins for a second time on Independence Day next week, Army Radio reported on Thursday.
“There is no greater gift for Independence Day than to return to the Zionist values of building and ideology,” said Yossi Dagan, one of the organizers of the Homesh campaign. “We will march up to Homesh with thousands of people, in a beautiful and joyous manner.”
What One Can See From Homesh, by Moshe Dann (Israel national News)
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“A two-state solution leads to the Final Solution. The area of Homesh is… of major strategic importance to Israel’s security. Returning to and rebuilding Homesh, and strengthening Jewish communities throughout Judea and Samaria, are vital to Israeli security.”
Unlike last month’s march to the former settlement, which was coordinated in advance with the army, this one did not receive official IDF approval. However, the army plans to do its utmost to prevent violence on the national holiday.
Officials told Army Radio that if the marchers did request authorization, it would be granted, and security forces would even provide protection – even though the area is legally considered a closed military zone.
The IDF spokesman said in response that the army was operating under orders from the defense establishment and was conducting ongoing evaluations in order to keep a close eye on the situation in the area.
The Defense Ministry refused to address the report of the Homesh march. “The ministry did not receive any request on the issue, and when one comes, a comprehensive discussion will be held.”
At the end of last month, Homesh settlers headed to the site to reclaim their former home, camping out and setting up makeshift shelters. They were evacuated by police three days later, and no violent clashes took place during the event. Resistance was minimal, with only two protesters detained for questioning.
FM Livni: Separation Fence Made Retreat Possible, by Dr. Aaron Lerner (IMRA)
PM Olmert: Saudi Expectation of Full Israeli Withdrawal “Quite Natural”, by Dr. Aaron Lerner (IMRA)
You may have seen in the paper that Yom Haatzmaut (Tuesday 24 April 6 Iyar) is the next visit to Chomesh — this time for only one day. Bring walking/climbing shoes and warm clothes, food and water. Busses cost 20 NIS and are round-trip: there and back, same day, don’t bring your sleeping bag this time. Sign up now (you MUST do so till midnight of the night before (till Monday midnight).
Northern busses: Register at this number: 0524-627118
1. Golan (Katzrin) 9AM via Tiberias (Central Bus Station) – Golani Junction – Afula
2. Safad 9 AM – Carmiel — Moreshet – Yokneam
3. Nahariya 9 AM – Acco — Krayot — Checkpost (in direction of Nesher)
4. Haifa (Merkaz Ziv near Riri flower store) 9 AM – Merkaz Horev (near Bnei Brit) – Kvish haChof – Zichron Yaakov (maybe)
Southern & Central busses, all leaving 10 AM (register at this number: 052-6302222)
5. Jerusalem – Binyanei HaUma
6. Rehovot — Herzl corner of Yaakov
7. Raanana – Yad LeVanim
8. Petah Tikva – Iriya Square
If your city doesn’t have a bus above : If you are coming from a city or location not listed above call us immediately (0524-627118 for North, 052-6392222 elsewhere) before Motzei Shabat, and Chomesh Tchila will try to organize a bus to stop for you. Indicate full name, how many places you need and where from.
Public transport: Excellent service from Netanya straight to Shavei Shomron by Egged Line 73 www.egged.co.il 03-6948888. Remember that many places have good train service direct to Netanya.
SEE YOU IN CHOMESH!!