In the days leading up to the Seder night, the first families have moved into the newly established town of Ma’oz Tzur in western Binyamin, marking a significant step in the creation of an official community in one of the most strategically sensitive corridors between Jerusalem and central Israel.
Unlike many of the communities set up in recent years throughout the region, Ma’oz Tzur has been formally approved. The site is already equipped with paved access roads, water and electricity infrastructure, and rows of prefabricated homes positioned along the ridge. A sign at the entrance welcomes visitors to the new town.
With the arrival of the first families, the town is now transitioning from planning to reality. Israel Gantz, head of the Binyamin Regional Council and chairman of the Yesha Council, said the move reflects a broader national effort. “In the midst of war, we are strengthening our presence in the heart of the country. Especially on the eve of the Seder night, we are deepening our roots here. This is the first town following dozens of outposts in Binyamin, but it will not be the last. We are here to stay.”
AFSI’s take:
We couldn’t be more pleased to learn of this new community.
Source:
Passover Eve: New community breaks ground in Binyamin, by Israel National News, April 1, 2026