Jerusalem

Cafe at the center of Shabbat controversy linked to missionaries

After protests over the opening of a café on Shabbat, a newly revealed recording raises questions about the link between the company operating the venue and Jews for Jesus.

Outrageous incident:

Suspect tears down Israeli flag near Little Western Wall

Ofakim resident arrested on suspicion of tearing down an Israeli flag near the Western Wall and throwing it into a garbage bin.

Jerusalem:

Haredi protest targets Jerusalem café over Sabbath operations

A newly opened café in central Jerusalem became the scene of repeated protests on Saturday after dozens of Haredi demonstrators gathered outside to oppose its decision to operate on the Sabbath.

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Jerusalem lights up for America's 250th independence day

The walls of Jerusalem's Old City and the Chords Bridge were illuminated in red, white and blue Saturday night as the city celebrated the 250th anniversary of American independence and honored the enduring US-Israel partnership.

Record Crowd:

140,000 flock to the tomb of the ‘Or HaChaim’

A record crowd of more than 140,000 worshippers visited the Mount of Olives over the weekend to mark the passing of the Or HaChaim.

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Axe attack attempt sparks calls for immediate arrest

A Jewish resident narrowly escaped injury after an alleged axe attack in Jerusalem’s Old City. The suspect remains at large, prompting legal demands for his immediate arrest and prosecution

Israel, United States sign relocation agreement for US embassy

Israel and the USA today signed an agreement on moving the embassy to its permanent premises in Jerusalem.

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Detectives ambush burglars in Jerusalem

Police detectives caught the suspects, residents of Hizma and Issawiya, after they broke into an apartment in the south of the city. A large amount of stolen property was found in their vehicle.

Disturbing footage: Weapons cache discovered near Jerusalem

Border Police uncover weapons cache - including firearms, explosives, and ammunition - hidden in water cistern in Kafr al-Jib.

Jerusalem childcare provider arrested for suspected abuse

Childcare provider, age 49, from Jerusalem's Har Homa neighborhood arrested on suspicion of shouting at, cursing, children in her care.

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MK Succot makes surprise visit to an illegal school

MK Tzvi Succot arrived for a surprise visit to the Shabaat al-Musalamat school in Jerusalem and found materials inciting terrorism. Police forces confiscated them

Police to pay tens of thousands of shekels for wrongful arrest

An officer attacked a teenager and injured him, and in an attempt to justify the act, claimed he had been attacked himself. The teenager was arrested without cause and will be compensated with 48,000 shekels.

Disturbing footage:

Tunnel uncovered near Jerusalem likely intended for terror

In a joint operation, Israeli security forces discover tunnel dug to 25 meters deep, arrest two Arab suspects.

Soldier issued restraining order for waving flag on Temple Mount

A soldier was removed from the Temple Mount after waving an Israeli flag, and later received a restraining order even though he could not attend his own hearing due to combat service.

Provocative signs welcome drivers to Israeli cities

Haredi extremists hang anti-police signs at entrance to Jerusalem, Ashdod, and Modiin Illit, as tensions between the haredi community and the police continue amid arrests of draft dodgers.

Somaliland President plants symbolic tree at Grove of Nations

The President of the Republic of Somaliland visited the Grove of Nations in Jerusalem today, where he planted an olive tree as a symbol of friendship and the strengthening ties between Somaliland and Israel.

The Case for Israel

"We stand with Israel because her cause is our cause, her values are our values, and her fight is our fight."

Jerusalem: Three arrested in anti-government protests

Leftist protesters clash with police at Paris Square in Jerusalem, three detained for questioning.

Jerusalem's Old City:

One killed, one injured in gas explosion

A woman in her 80s was killed, and a man in his 50s was severely injured in the Jewish Quarter explosion. Firefighters believe it was caused by a gas leak in the kitchen.

MK Succot confronts school principal who supports Hamas

Succot toured a school in Shuafat and confronted its principal, Hamza Qaisi, a member of a Hamas-affiliated association that funded the establishment of the educational institution.

The luxury of being in harmony with nature

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

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.

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.