Old City of Jerusalem

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.

Waqf fuming over Ben Gvir's decision

Muslim Waqf protests decision to shutter institution functioning as branch of the Palestinian Authority, turns to legal channels.

Arab convicted for racist assault on Jew in Jerusalem's Old City

The court determined that the Arab suspect sprayed a Jew who was walking to prayers on purpose out of racist motives.

In time for Hanukkah:

Section of Hasmonean-period wall unearthed at Tower of David

Hasmonean-period Jerusalem wall was completed, built in the late 2nd century BCE, and later deliberately destroyed, experts say.

Old City residents complain of 'nightmare traffic' every evening

Residents of the Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem's Old City have raised concerns over severe evening traffic congestion caused when Jaffa Gate is opened to all vehicles after 6 p.m.

Jerusalem:

Minister orders expropriation of properties in Jewish Quarter

Minister Meir Porush instructs expropriation of properties on Hashalshelet Street in the Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem, in line with post-Six-Day War plans.

Otzma Yehudit opposes transfer of synagogue to haredi control

Minister Itshak Waserlauf vows to prevent removal of Zionist presence from historic Jerusalem synagogue.

Jerusalem:

Old City resident arrested for praising Sinwar and Haniyeh

Suspect arrested for posts praising October 7 massacre, rocket attacks on Israel, and slain Hamas leaders.

'Testament to Jewish resilience'

Watch: Mark Levin tours the ancient walls of Jerusalem

The walls of the Old City of Jerusalem bear the scars of thousands of years of war and siege. This reminds Mark Levin that to this very day, the Jews have to constantly fight for their freedom and liberty.

Jerusalem Old City shooting:

Police investigating if victim attempted to steal soldier's gun

Initial investigations found the incident occurred during an argument between two active duty soldiers, two reservists, another civilian, and several Arabs.

Jerusalem's Old City walls illuminated with '76 years for Israel'

Along with the Old City, several other landmarks around Jerusalem lit up in blue and white in honor of Yom Ha'atzmaut.

Police officer who beat journalist suspended

A Border Police officer who beat a journalist reporting on the stabbing attack yesterday in the Old City of Jerusalem has been suspended pending an investigation.

Father of fallen officer: 'We will succeed as one people'

David Lubin, father of fallen Border Police officer Rose Lubin, visits the Old City of Jerusalem where his daughter served.

Policewoman wounded in Jerusalem stabbing attack dies

Sergeant Ross Elisheva Rose Ida Lubin dies after being stabbed by a teenage terrorist near the Old City this morning.

Suspects who allegedly spat at Christians in Jerusalem arrested

One of the suspects allegedly spat at the owner of a Christian shop that sells crucifixes, and others were filmed spitting at tourists.

MK Ahmed Tibi denounces Old City police as 'thugs'

The comment comes as a response to police officers using force against Arab women in the Old City of Jerusalem.

Renowned Old City rabbi passes away

Rabbi Menachem Slae, one of the preeminent rabbis and educators of the Old City of Jerusalem, passed away at the beginning of Shabbat.

Bought a knife and stabbed:

Terrorist who stabbed a police officer in Jerusalem indicted

The policeman, who was wearing a bulletproof vest, was not injured and neutralized the terrorist.

Officer who neutralized terrorist:

'I used force to neutralize her'

Police officer who neutralized terrorist in the Old City of Jerusalem recalls the moments when he realized a terror attack had occurred.

Yeshiva students sue PA Arab for 100,000 NIS in reparations

Two yeshiva students are demanding 100,000 shekel sfrom a Palestinian Arab who attacked them in Jerusalem.

Police increase Jerusalem presence for last Friday of Ramadan

2,000 officers to be deployed in the capital tomorrow, multiple roads to be closed to vehicular traffic in the Old City.

Live:

Thousands attend Priestly Blessing at Western Wall

Police fear Arabs gathered on Temple Mount will attempt to attack Jewish worshipers at the Western Wall during the Priestly Blessing.

Report:

Israel Police barring Jews from part of Old City of Jerusalem

Amid Ramadan violence, Israeli authorities reportedly barring Jews from entering Hagai Street in the Old City of Jerusalem.

Old City:

Elderly Jew attacked on Seder night - and arrested

67-year-old man arrested for drawing his gun after an Arab youth beat him with a metal rod shortly after the Passover Seder.

Stabbing attack in Old City of Jerusalem thwarted

Police stop woman acting suspiciously, find scissors she intended to use to carry out stabbing attack.

Temple Mount terror attack:

Terrorist's DNA found on gun he grabbed from officer

Muhammad al-Saibi's DNA was found on officer's weapon, proving he grabbed it, leading other officers to shoot him.

Jewish man sues Arab attacker for NIS 120,000

Haredi man who was attacked in Jerusalem during May 2021 conflict sues convicted attacker who repeatedly struck and injured him.

Jerusalem:

Terrorist eliminated after trying to steal officer's weapon

Israeli Arab terrorist tries to steal weapon from Border Police officer at the Chain Gate and is eliminated. Clashes break out.

TIME names Tower of David as one of World's Greatest Places

TIME Magazine ranks Old City of Jerusalem landmark as one of the world's "greatest places."

Stabbing attack in the Old City of Jerusalem

17-year-old victim in mild to moderate condition after being stabbed by 14-year-old terrorist. Attacker is in custody.

Moat with mysterious hand imprint uncovered in Jerusalem

1,000-year-old rock-hewn moat and a mysterious hand imprint found next to the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem.

Fire in Old City of Jerusalem's Jewish Quarter leaves 8 injured

Fire breaks out in apartment in the Jewish Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem, injuring two children and six adults.

'Jewish blood isn't cheap':

Terrorists to pay Jewish victim nearly NIS 3 million in damages

A Jew was viciously beaten by Arabs in the Old City of Jerusalem in 2015. Now they will pay.

Yom Kippur Eve:

IDF officer arrested for planning to blow shofar near Old City

Army officer arrested as MKs plan to sound shofar at contested site on eastern side of Jerusalem's Old City ahead of Yom Kippur.

Old City shooting attack:

Terrorist indicted after turning himself in

8 people were wounded when Al-Sidawi opened fire at a bus stop at close range.

Arabs suspected of killing brother are indicted

Four Arab suspects arrested, indicted, after firing at their brother in Jerusalem's Old City.

Watch: Arabs who attacked Jewish passersby are arrested

Indictment filed against Arab minor who brutally attacked Jewish passersby in Jerusalem's Old City.

Brothers shot in Jerusalem attack reunited in hospital care

Two brothers were wounded in the attack last night and taken to separate hospitals. They reunited today in Hadassah Hospital.

Jewish students attacked by Arabs in Jerusalem

Young Jewish men making their way towards the Western Wall are attacked by Arabs wielding brass knuckles and a rock.

'Shema Yisrael' vs 'Allahu Ahbar' in the Old City

Watch: Jewish, Muslim worshippers shout clashing chants in Jerusalem's Old City.

Man collapses in Silwan, revived by first responders

Volunteer EMT diverts to emergency, succeeds in saving life of 60-year-old man.

Terror attack foiled in Jerusalem's Old City

Jerusalem District police arrest Arab armed with a knife after observing him suspiciously following worshipers in Old City.

Ritual bath used by elite uncovered near Temple Mount

Archaeological excavations near Temple Mount unearth pool built by soldiers from Rome’s 10th Legion, inscribed Byzantine lamp.

City of David:

Journey into the most ancient part of Jerusalem

See the stories of the Bible come to life while venturing into one of the most ancient places on Earth, held holy by billions worldwide.

Jerusalem Day:

Clashes between Arabs and Jews in the Old City of Jerusalem

Watch: Clashes break out in the Old City of Jerusalem as Arabs attack Jews celebrating Jerusalem Day.

US Embassy forbids employees to enter Old City during Flag March

US government employees and their families forbidden from entering the Old City of Jerusalem until Monday.

Supreme Court rejects petitions against Jerusalem cable car

Project to alleviate transportation problems in Jerusalem's Old City, ease access to the Western Wall to go ahead after court decision.

Attempted stabbing attack in Old City of Jerusalem

Terrorist neutralized at Cotton's Gate. No casualties reported.

Research Proves:

Contested Jerusalem hotel was originally owned by Jews

Research proves hotel in Old City of Jerusalem now at the center of a massive real estate battle was originally owned by Jews.

Flag March:

Footage shows police officer punching marcher

March diverted to Jaffa Gate by police but violent confrontations still resulted. Watch:

MK Itamar Ben Gvir sets up office outside Old City walls

Barred from approaching Jerusalem's Damascus Gate, Ben Gvir reaches Tzahal Square just yards away and vows to remain overnight.

Coalition crisis

PM Bennett: I'm not angry with Idit Silman

Asked four times if Interior Minister Shaked has committed to remaining in the government, Bennett evades answering.

Yair Lapid: Ben Gvir is a provocateur, not a nationalist

"Going ahead with the Flag March is dangerous and irresponsible," says Foreign Minister.

Flag March

Hundreds of marchers attempt to bypass police blockades

"Ben Gvir won't reach Damascus Gate," insist police. Ben Gvir responds: "Shameful decision but I will comply."

Ben Gvir in Jerusalem

'I'm going to Damascus Gate'

Just minutes away from the Old City walls, MK Ben Gvir insists his parliamentary immunity grants him complete freedom of movement.

Police cancel Old City parade after closing Temple Mt. to Jews

Organizers refused an offer for an alternate route for the annual event, citing safety risks to participants.

Jerusalem Deputy Mayor condemns police's anti-Jewish decision

Jerusalem Deputy Mayor Arieh King attacked the intention of police not to allow Rabbi Eliyahu to hold a solemn prayer at Davidson Square.

Watch: Arabs who assaulted Jews in Jerusalem's Old City arrested

Border Police officers nab Arabs who violently assaulted haredi men in Old City of Jerusalem Sunday morning.

Passover 2022:

Following Arab rioting, police gear up for Priestly Blessing

2,500 officers deployed to Old City of Jerusalem to secure Birkat Kohanim, following days of Ramadan riots in and around Temple Mount.

Disturbing video:

Jews violently attacked in Old City of Jerusalem

Security camera footage shows gang of Arabs attacking Jews on their way to pray at the Western Wall today.