Thousands are expected to take part in next week�s march to Chomesh, the northern Shomron community that was wiped out during then prime minister, Ariel Sharon�s disengagement plan in the summer of 2005. Nearby SaNur was also wiped out, along with Gush Katif�s entire Jewish community and all its infrastructure.
The march is reportedly being conducted in coordination with the IDF, to coincide with Israel�s 60th anniversary. Another recent march to Chomesh was canceled as the IDF withdrew its permit at the last minute, leaving a small number of activists who decided to defy the legal realities.
Since the destruction of the community, there has been a growing momentum towards rebuilding it and during recent months, there has been a small steady presence in the community, a number of people who remain committed to seeing Chomesh return to its former glory.
(Yechiel Spira � YWN Israel)
