Bethlehem
News and updates about Bethlehem
IDF debunks claim tear gas killed an Arab baby
After PA claims eight-month-old asphyxiated due to IDF efforts to disperse rock throwing terrorists, army proves them wrong.
Two Arab Rioters Killed in Clashes with IDF
Clashes between soldiers and Arab rioters result in two deaths in the past 24 hours, as violence continues.
PA Strangely Silent after Muslims Set Bethlehem Church Afire
The Palestinian Authority has been curiously speechless after Muslims set a major fire at a Christian church in Bethlehem Saturday.
Security Forces Shoot Pipe Bomb-Wielding Terrorist
Terrorist attacks security forces near Bethlehem, shot in leg and neutralized. No casualties to security members.
BDS Mega-Fail: Israeli Goods in Bethlehem Stores
Visit to Bethlehem by activist Kay Wilson reveals the Palestinian Authority itself doesn't boycott Israel.
What is Chrislam?
Palestinians Say Mosque Torched in 'Price Tag' Attack
Mosque near Bethlehem set on fire, Hebrew graffiti found at the site, say witnesses. PA says it's a 'declaration of religious war.'
Watch: PA Tourism Ministry Replaces Israel with 'Palestine'
Two states? Bethlehem festival of PA min. on official PA TV features popular song claiming Israeli cities are in 'my beautiful Palestine.'
Man Kidnaps Daughter from Sweden to Bethlehem
An eastern Jerusalem resident arrested for kidnapping his daughter, 3, from her mother in Sweden and bringing the child to Bethlehem.
The Ethnic Cleansing of Jesus
Thousands to Attend 'Yahrtzeit' Prayer at Rachel's Tomb
Police and Border Guards will be on duty to ensure that Jews are able to celebrate the Yahrzeit of Mother Rachel Monday and Tuesday.
Border Policeman Injured in Bomb Attack at Rachel's Tomb
Incident occurred as dozens of Palestinian rioters hurled rocks, molotov cocktails at security forces stationed at holy site.
How Christians are Persecuted in the PA
Hamas Terrorist Who Attacked IDF Operation Arrested
Terrorist arrested by special forces in Bethlehem shot at soldiers and tried to run them over last week.
Terrorists Open Fire on IDF South of Jerusalem
Drive-by shooting at Border Police near major highway leaves no damage as IDF expands search outside of Hevron.
Vatican Denies Papal Visit Has Political Agenda
Pope had 'no political agenda,' the Vatican claims - despite numerous references to 'State of Palestine' and prayer at security fence.
Abbas Accuses Israel of 'Judaizing' Jerusalem in Papal Meeting
'Religious, not political' visit takes decidedly political turn Sunday, after PA accuses Israel of 'judaization' and Pope calls PA a state.
PA To Show Pope Art of Jesus as 'Suffering Palestinian'
PA-commissioned art exhibit will be displayed in Bethlehem for pope's visit, mixing classic Christian art with 'Palestinian suffering.'
Pope Set to Ignore Bethlehem's Christian Tragedy?
As the papal visit to Bethlehehem nears, the talk is about Jewish graffiti, not the expulsion of Bethlehem's Christians.
Pope Plans to Drive Unprotected in PA Areas
Pope Francis seemingly feels safe in Bethlehem, plans to drive in open-top car, amid reports he will 'declare himself Che Guevera of PA.'
Pro-Israel Arab Christian Condemned By Family
Christy fled Bethlehem to UK and showed support for Israel in video, now her family denounces her amid possible intimidation.
Bethlehem Christian Slams PA's Use of Children as Human Shields
Christy fled to the UK after persecution for sympathizing with Israel, tells how terrorists used child soldiers to attack Rachel's Tomb.
Palestinian Authority Residents Complain Over Foreign Workers
Bethlehem workers are up in arms over an invasion of foreign workers taking good jobs they feel belong to them.
Brits Duped by Anti-Israel Show at St. James's Church
Having hounded most of Bethlehem's Christians into leaving – Palestinian Muslims succeed in blaming Israel abroad.
Mahmoud Abbas Mocked For Claiming Jesus was a 'Palestinian'
PA chairman's Christmas message contains worn canard about Jesus. Israel quips: 'We forgive him, he knows not what he does.'
Terrorist Shot While Attempting to Stab Soldier
IDF soldiers shoot and kill a knife-wielding terrorist who tried to carry out a terrorist attack near Bethlehem.
Watch: Dancing and Praying at Rachel's Tomb
Jews of all stripes join hands in celebration of the life of the Biblical Matriarch Rachel, at her tomb in Bethlehem.
'Secret Writings' - Entry to Rabbi's Library Blocked
Library contains Rabbi's manuscript with commentary on 'hidden' Torah, says journalist close to family.
Danon: ‘Many Arrests’ in Bethlehem Counter-Terror Ops
Deputy Defense Minister reveals active battle against Bethlehem terrorism, says arrests have been made.
Armed American Security for UN in Judea
Video shows armed Americans providing security for UN vehicle. A new phenomenon?
Christians Beatify Their Palestinian Nightmare
Indictments Handed Down in Tanzim Terror Attacks
Five Tanzim terrorists have been indicted on charges of shooting and hurling firebombs at residents of Migdal Oz, in Gush Etzion.
Passover Hike to Solomon’s Pools in 'Area A' of Gush Etzion
The Kfar Etzion Field School will introduce Passover tourists to Solomon’s Pools, which supplied water to Jerusalem for nearly 2,000 years.
Obama Visit Enters Third and Final Day
Obama will lay wreathes at the tombstones of Herzl and Rabin, visit Bethlehem and meet Netanyahu before taking off for Jordan.
PM Netanyahu Thanks Obama for Upholding Israel ‘Right to Exist’
PM Binyamin Netanyahu offered firm thanks in welcoming remarks to U.S. President Barack Obama for supporting Israel's "right to exist."
Bethlehem Arabs 'Shoe' Obama Posters, American Officials
Arabs in Bethlehem had a “warm welcome” for American officials who came to prepare for President Obama's visit to the city
Obama May Skip Ramallah During Visit
U.S. President Barack Obama could skip Ramallah during his upcoming visit to the region, PA source claims.
Bethlehem Set to Host First 'Palestine Marathon'
Bethlehem to host first "Palestine Marathon," set to take place April 21.
PA Official: I Hate 'Women in Green,' But Love the Way They Work
A top PA official said he hates Women in Green for its 'crimes' against PA Arabs - but recommends that Arabs adopt their successful tactics
PA Moves Ahead with Plans to Register Sites with UNESCO
PA forms a committee to prepare applications to register sites on UNESCO's world heritage list, including the Dead Sea.
50 Arabs Attack Rachel's Tomb
About 50 Arabs hurled pipe bombs, fire bombs and rocks at security forces. One soldier lightly hurt.
Catholic Patriarch: Christmas Marks 'Birth of Palestine State'
The Patriarch of Jerusalem's Roman Catholic Church declared Christmas is also a celebration of … the birth of the state of Palestine.”
PA Arabs Celebrate as World Reacts to UN Decision
"World countries have given Bibi Netanyahu a slap in the face," says Meretz chairwoman Zehava Galon.
Preparing Security for the Anniversary of Mother Rachel's Death
A Knesset delegation visited Rachel's Tomb on Wednesday to work out security details for the anniversary of the matriarch's death.
60 Minutes Outdid CNN
Israel Foils 'Flytilla' Activists' Latest Provocation
A group of 50 pro-Arab activists, who organized the last 'flytilla', refused entry to Bethlehem through the Jordanian border with Israel.
California’s Capital ‘Adopts’ Ashkelon as Sister City
Sacramento rejected anti-Israel arguments Tuesday night and approved linking with the port city of Ashkelon as an official “sister city.”
California’s Capital Fights over ‘Twinning’ with Ashkelon
Pro-Arab activists in California’s capital, which “twins” with Bethlehem, are trying to make the city of Ashkelon an unwanted sister city.
Arab Protest in Bethlehem Slams Violence Against Women
Dozens of women and rights activists in Bethlehem demanded stricter laws to end violence against women.
PA to Seek UNESCO Recognition for More Sites
Following its success with the Church of the Nativity, PA will seek to have additional religious sites recognized by UNESCO.
Roman Catholic Church Welcomes UNESCO Decision on Bethlehem
Roman Catholic Church says the granting of world heritage status to the Church of the Nativity is a "diplomatic victory" for PA.
UNESCO Approves PA ‘Emergency’ Bid for Church of Nativity
UNESCO approves the PA's bid to place the Church of the Nativity on its list of sites of World Heritage in Danger.
Abbas Lauds Putin in Bethlehem with ‘Dead Man’s Honor’
Putin had to swallow hard when Abbas named a road in Bethlehem in honor of his guest. In Europe, the honor is reserved for the dead.
PA to UNESCO: Bethlehem's Church of Nativity in 'Palestine'
The Palestinian Authority is making a bid to list the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem as located in the “country of Palestine.”
UNESCO to Consider 'Palestinian' Site for World Heritage List
UNESCO, which has accepted 'Palestine' as a member, to consider Bethlehem's Church of the Nativity for inclusion on its world heritage list.
PA Bars Journalists from British Supermodel Visit
Palestinian Authority forces threatened to break press cameras and barred coverage of British supermodel Naomi Campbell’s Bethlehem visit.
Discovery Proves Bethlehem Part of Kingdom of Judah
Archaeologists have discovered the first evidence outside of the Bible that Bethlehem was part of the First Temple era Kingdom of Judah.
Church of Nativity Deportees Complain about Fate
Ten years after the end of the 39 day IDF siege, exiled terrorists say they have been forgotten.
Bethlehem Governor Bans Israeli Imports
The governor of Bethlehem signed an order, on Sunday, banning the entry of Israeli agricultural products into the city.