Jerusalem

Meah Shearim tragedy

Contractor charged with negligent homicide

Ayman Hamad's alleged violation of construction regulations is thought to be what caused a wall to collapse on 25-year-old yeshiva student Itzik Steinberger as he slept.

The luxury of being in harmony with nature

Among the last private villas surrounded by nature in the Jerusalem Hills

Jerusalem: Two teens bitten by viper snake

Teen boys, ages 13 and 15, evacuated to hospital after being bitten by viper snake.

Haredi rioters clash with police in Jerusalem and Beit Shemesh

Hundreds of haredi rioters clash with police in Jerusalem and Beit Shemesh over recent arrests of demonstrators outside Judge Sohlberg’s home.

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Truck trailer detaches during journey

A truck trailer detached while traveling on Highway 16 near the exit from Jerusalem. Despite the danger and panic, no injuries were reported.

Before you give away eastern Jerusalem, Senator,look at the Kotel

The Western Wall does not need recognition from Senator Van Hollen. But American policy does need moral clarity. Opinion.

Security guard arrested after throwing stones at protest

Police opened an investigation after footage showed several people on the roof of a Jerusalem hotel throwing stones at haredi protesters on the nearby road.

Armed Arab suspect arrested near Jerusalem's Old City

Illegal Arab infiltrator from Hebron caught armed with loaded weapon, is arrested.

Jerusalem and Bnei Brak:

Three hours of chaos at simultaneous haredi protests

Haredi demonstrators blocked roads and clashed with police in Jerusalem and Bnei Brak during anti-draft protests.

How the weapons dealer behind the murder of Noa Lazar operated

The judges sentenced Fadi Shweiki, who was convicted of possessing the gun with which a terrorist murdered Noa Lazar, to 50 months in prison

Shin Bet and police expose Jerusalem terrorist cell

The Shin Bet and Jerusalem Police uncovered a terrorist cell of Arab residents in Jerusalem, directed by Popular Front activist Salah Hammouri, who allegedly provided encrypted phones for clandestine activity.

Attend the 'Jerusalem. Your Home. Your Future' Expo

For the first time in history, Jerusalem is heading to NYC to showcase the future of the Israeli Capital.

World leaders warn against connecting Jerusalem to Ma'ale Adumim

Leaders from Canada, Britain, France, Germany and other countries issued an unusual joint statement opposing Israel's policies in Judea and Samaria and expressing support for a two-state solution.

Tents to offer refreshments for Western Wall pilgrims

Ahead of traditional Shavuot holiday pilgrimage to Western Wall, Jerusalem sets up tents offering rest and refreshments for pilgrims.

Staying home or coming home?

In Jerusalem of 2030 you enjoy your entire world at one address.

Haredi MK says minister trying to remove haredim from Jerusalem

MK Meir Porush says high-rise construction won't force haredim out of Jerusalem, stressing, 'Jerusalem is not Tel Aviv.'

Jerusalem mayor fights to bring overseas buyers to the capital

Mayor Moshe Lion and city officials are reportedly promoting Jerusalem as a prime destination for Diaspora Jews seeking either investment properties or future residences, as developers struggle with slowing demand and rising inventories.

Price of Hate:

Man who pepper sprayed haredim to pay 16,000 ILS

An Arab man who attacked two haredi men in Jerusalem out of racist motives will be required to compensate them NIS 16,000 following a civil suit filed against him.

Burglary ring disguised as haredim caught

Jerusalem District police arrest ring of burglars, discovering jewelry, silver items - and religious clothing.

DERECH to host webinar on 60+ community in Jerusalem

DERECH will host a webinar this week on a new high-end Modern Orthodox 60+ community for the American market in Beit Hakerem, Jerusalem. Entry-level apartments start at about $580,000 with premium amenities and limited early-buyer opportunities. Register via Office@Derech.VIP or 516-201-9204.

Jerusalem tower plans have population divided

Jerusalem Day stats reveal massive push for urban renewal, with construction in some areas reaching 40 stories, and in other areas reaching a limit of 10 stories.

Smotrich unveils development plan for Jerusalem at Flag March

Smotrich spoke with Arutz Sheva during the Flag March and described a new government decision aimed at strengthening the city in infrastructure, tourism and innovation.

Amid wave of arsons:

Jerusalem firefighter appeals to haredi parents

Fire commander David Seror warns recent arson attacks allegedly carried out by haredi children in Jerusalem could cost lives, urges parents and educators to teach children that firefighters are rescuers, not enemies.

Herzog

'Jerusalem is not just a symbol, it is alive'

President Herzog addresses the state ceremony marking 59 years since the liberation and unification of Jerusalem, held at Ammunition Hill in Jerusalem.

Hate crime claims

Arab driver assaults Jewish passenger

Honenu demanded the driver’s arrest after a Jewish passenger alleged assault, threats, and an attempt to run her over during a bus dispute.

Mysterious ancient tunnel discovered near Kibbutz Ramat Rachel

Archaeologists discover massive 50-meter underground passage during excavation for new Jerusalem neighborhood.

Jerusalem: The heart that still beats with hope

Jerusalem reminds us that no matter how dark the world may feel, God’s promises endure. Jerusalem teaches us that resilience is born from faith.

Fire and Rescue Service to sue arsonist for Jerusalem fire

Israel's Fire and Rescue Service has filed a civil suit for nearly 200,000 NIS in compensation for cost of extinguishing massive forest fire.

Chief of Staff

'The story of Jerusalem represents the story of Israel'

Eyal Zamir, and members of the IDF General Staff Forum held their annual meeting today to mark Jerusalem Day.

Attorneys of soldier who shot armed citizen claim 'injustice'

Evidentiary stage in trial against IDF reservist who killed armed Israeli begins, as eyewitness describes extent of failures.

50th Anniversary of Entebbe:

Government to approve center honoring Yoni Netanyahu

The Israeli government is expected next week to approve Heritage Minister Rabbi Amichai Eliyahu's proposal to establish a national heritage center in northern Jerusalem.

Attackers to compensate Yushuvayev family

Three Arabs convicted of attacking the Yushuvayev family in the Shimon HaTzadik neighborhood of Jerusalem will pay the family 50,000 NIS.

60,000 attend central Lag Ba'Omer lighting in Jerusalem

Appropriately 60,000 people attended last night’s central Lag BaOmer lighting in Jerusalem, led by Rabbi Elimelech Biderman, according to an estimate by the Israel Police.

Jerusalem:

Three minors arrested for stone-throwing attack on buses

Border Police officers arrest three terrorists, residents of Issawiya, who threw stones at public transportation in Jerusalem, causing damage to buses.

Suspect arrested for assault on Jerusalem nun

A video showing a Jewish man knocking a French nun to the ground in Jerusalem has sparked an uproar and a series of condemnations across the Christian world.

Extremist haredi rioters block entrance to Jerusalem

Jerusalem Faction demonstrators block entrance to Jerusalem to protest arrest of draft dodger. Police working to disperse them using water cannon.

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Masked suspects arrested for stone-throwing

Security forces arrest four Arab teens after they were caught throwing stones at Jewish homes in Jerusalem; their detention was extended.

Haftarat Paraashat Acharei Mot/Kedoshim

In defense of Jerusalem

How the saintly Rabbi Yaakov Moshe Charlap, rav of the celebrated Beit Knesset HaGra in Jerusalem, acted with regard to the Haftarah when Parashat Kedoshim was read without being preceded by Acharei Mot.

Police rescue teen abducted and held for ransom in Jerusalem

Police rescued a 16-year-old abducted in northern Jerusalem and arrested four suspects, with the incident linked to a financial dispute.

Have the extremists won?

Light rail work halted on Geula route

So far, the state has spent more than 326 million shekels on securing the construction work and repairing vandalism damage in these areas.

Walls of Jerusalem's Old City light up in honor of Yom Ha'atzmaut

The walls of Jerusalem’s Old City, the Chords Bridge, and additional structures across the city were illuminated in blue and white marking the Israel's 78th Independence Day.

Ahead of Memorial Day:

Mount Herzl military cemetery expansion approved

The appeals committee rejected the objection by the NGO "Transparent Jerusalem" and granted an exceptional permit to establish new burial plots due to a 'urgent and immediate need.'

Woman, missing for years, found under mysterious circumstances

Ruth Abramov, 74-year-old woman found dead near Sacher Park, went missing 18 years ago.

A Jerusalem father's tenth wedding - and his strength is gone

A Jerusalem father's tenth wedding - and his strength is gone

Jerusalem remembers:

Yellow star, 'We will never forget' projected on Old City walls

The Jerusalem Municipality lit up the walls of the Old City and the Chords Bridge to remember those murdered in the Holocaust.

Jerusalem mayor insists:

Independence Day celebrations to take place as usual

Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion pushes back against wave of event cancellations, insists capital city will celebrate Independence Day as usual.

Indictment

Jerusalem youth acted on behalf of Iran

According to the indictment, the young man contacted an Iranian agent via Telegram, operated a “burner phone," and carried out documentation missions in Israel in exchange for thousands of dollars.

Western Wall reopens after 40 days of restrictions

After 40 days of restrictions under Home Front Command guidelines, the Western Wall plaza returned to full activity today. Thousands of worshippers are already visiting the site for prayer and thanksgiving.

Body of elderly woman found near Jerusalem park

Police launch investigation after body of 75-year-old woman is found in storage unit near Sacher Park in Jerusalem.

Iranian spy in the capital:

Tehran enlisted young Jerusalemite to collect intelligence

A 21-year-old Jerusalem resident allegedly recruited by Iranian intelligence carried out surveillance tasks for payment, prompting a joint Shin Bet and police investigation.

Violent clashes break out at Jerusalem Draft Office

Dozens of violent protesters attempt to break security barriers, hurl objects at security forces; policewoman attacked by protester.

Court rules Passover sacrifice attempts a legitimate protest

Judge Shmuel Herbst in his decision reviewed the importance of the commandment of the Passover offering and declared that there were no grounds for an extended order removing those attempting it from the city.

Bomblets from Iranian cluster bomb land near key military base

Bomblets from Iranian cluster bomb land near the Kirya military base in Tel Aviv; additional impact site reported in Arab neighborhood of Jerusalem.

Man who desecrated monument for fallen officer arrested

Police arrested a Mevasseret Zion resident after he allegedly used a hammer to damage a monument for 1st SGT Yossi Kirma, who fell while preventing a terror attack in 2016.

Nine men in a roof

Watch: Forces foil sophisticated infiltration attempt

Jerusalem Envelope Border Police officers stopped a delivery van outside the capital and found nine undocumented individuals hiding in a double panel in its ceiling.

Herzog welcomes agreement on Easter prayers in Jerusalem

President Isaac Herzog praises understandings between police and the Latin Patriarchate ensuring Easter prayers in Jerusalem, reaffirms Israel’s commitment to freedom of worship.

Israel approves limited prayers at Church of the Holy Sepulchre

Israel Police approve a limited prayer framework at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in coordination with the Latin Patriarch, following incident in which Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa was barred from entering the site under wartime restrictions.

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Jerusalem burglars win big: A bottle of milk

Three burglars fled a Jerusalem office after an alarm sounded, but not before one grabbed milk from the fridge, sparking viral reactions and humor online.

Diplomatic incident:

Latin Patriarch attempts to enter holy site despite restrictions

Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa stopped en route to Holy Sepulchre after attempting entry despite wartime restrictions, Israel cites missile threat

Passover 2026:

Last stop, Jerusalem

Although we were born and set apart in Egypt, our soul and our light and our purpose and our uniqueness are revealed in their full strength in the Land of Israel and Jerusalem.