Nir Barkat

Barkat: Moskowitz 'helped Jews live anywhere they want'

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat offers condolences on the loss of great philanthropist. 'Jewish People owe him lots of gratitude and thanks.'

Mayor Barkat: Government 'forced a building freeze on Jerusalem'

Jerusalem Mayor marks Jerusalem Day by praising residents for 'coping' with terror wave, accuses govt. of Jewish construction freeze.

Nir Barkat defers to Netanyahu over Likud leadership

Jerusalem mayor won't challenge Prime Minister, he announces Wednesday, despite recordings hinting otherwise.

Letter: Prosecute Arab workers who ignored terror victims

Civil rights organization calls on Mayor Nir Barkat to publicly express outrage at the incident, and punish the municipal workers involved.

'Reminiscent of the Second Intifada bus bombings'

Arutz Sheva coverage at the scene: Mayor Barkat calls for alertness, medic notes chilling echoes of 2000 terror war.

Barkat planning Likud takeover? Recordings reveal his ambitions

Recordings of closed-door meetings reveal Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat's growing ambitions within Likud.

Watch: Anti-Israel activists shout down Jerusalem mayor in US

Campus police sit idly as Jerusalem Mayor shouted down during SFSU talk by anti-Israel activists chanting "intifada, intifada".

Watch: Live video from the Jerusalem Marathon

Catch all the action as runners from around the world compete in the Holy City, and prove 'terror will not defeat us.'

Jerusalem sets up 'war room' to fight terror

Deri and Barkat establish war room in Jerusalem municipality building in wake of two-pronged attack in the capital.

Gov, opposition join to support building in Ma'ale Adumim

Land of Israel Lobby holds special Knesset meeting on building freeze in Ma'ale Adumim. All agree that Bibi must allow building.

Barkat slams Cameron: Jerusalem better now than during UK rule

After British PM criticizes ‘genuinely shocking settlements’, Jerusalem mayor invites him to see the ‘facts and reality on the ground’.

Barkat: Herzog wants to crush Jerusalem

Jerusalem Mayor responded to the plan of Isaac Herzog at the Jerusalem Conference, 'plan is a slippery slope that will chip away at city.'

Jerusalem Unity Prize welcomes nominations

Prizes to be handed out for Local, National and Global Efforts to Unite the Jewish Community.

Torah scroll donated in memory of Shira Banki

A recently restored and mended 150-year-old Torah scroll will enter an Ethiopian synagogue in the Katmonim neighborhood of Jerusalem.

Kahlon and Barkat agree to avoid future cuts

Jerusalem city council and Finance Ministry formulate agreement to avoid future budget cuts and layoffs in the city.

Jerusalem Mayor testifies against terrorist he helped neutralize

After testifying against terrorist he neutralized last February, Nir Barkat met at the court with the civilian whose life he saved.

Histadrut threatens Jerusalem Council over layoffs

In response to recent layoffs caused by lack of funding, Histadrut to open official grievance against the city, allowing for general strike.

City of Jerusalem to layoff thousands due to lack of budget

After receiving no government funding, City Council forced to lay off hundreds of workers at year's end with thousands more on way.

Nir Barkat joins Likud, hints at possible MK run

Jerusalem's mayor to continue in his role until the end of the term - and weighing entering national politics.

Capital on terror lockdown

Netanyahu orders barriers put at Jerusalem bus stops

After car attack, PM launches expensive plan for 300 bus stations; Internal Security Minister: 'I don't see an end to the terror wave.'

Report: Barkat plans to run in Likud Primary

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat is apparently ready for 'the next level,' an Army Radio report said. Not everyone is likely to be happy.

Elie Wiesel made an honorary citizen of Jerusalem

Mayor Nir Barkat travels to NY to personally bestow honor upon Wiesel, in honor of his work to keep the city Israel's undivided capital.

'Capital set back many years'

Protest: Kahlon has critically wounded Jerusalem

Mayor, municipality block Knesset protesting Finance Minister's budget, which will see deep cuts in security, education and more.

Barkat: Jerusalem feels the pain of Paris

Jerusalem showed its solidarity with Paris Sunday night at a special rally held in Safra Square, outside City Hall.

PMO: The government is investing billions in Jerusalem

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu’s office says Mayor Nir Barkat's letter claiming the government ignores Jerusalem's needs is puzzling.

Jerusalem mayor Barkat to Netanyahu: The time for talk is over

'It's time for action. Continuing to ignore Jerusalem's needs will be a victory for terror.'

Barkat and NYC Mayor de Blasio Visit Terror Victim

Jerusalem and NYC Mayors visit victim wounded in last week's car attack in Jerusalem's Geula, in which his cousin was murdered.

Jerusalem Mayor Orders Schools to End Early for Security

Mayor Nir Barkat says Jerusalem schools will release at 1:30 pm tomorrow unless government agrees to provide security.

Jerusalem School Shutdown Turns Up the Heat

High schools continue strike and on Sunday middle and elementary schools to end early, in demand for security till end of the school day.

Jerusalem Mayor Urges Residents to Carry Personal Firearms

Civilians carrying their licensed weapons is an 'imperative,' Nir Barkat asserts, as Arab terror continues to sweep across Israel.

Jerusalem Threatens School Shutdown

Municipality and teachers' organizations warn they need budget for full-day security - or else they won't hold classes starting Thursday.

Barkat Vows to Keep Jerusalem United Despite Terror

'Jerusalem Arabs want the city united - they do not want to be like Gaza,' mayor Nir Barkat insists.

'Ignore CNN - Jerusalem is the Place to Be'

Mayor Nir Barkat addresses visiting MPs, notes that in spite of clashes and negative headlines, Jerusalem has a lot to be proud of

Barkat Warns: Every Rock-Thrower Has Blood on His Hands

Jerusalem mayor says there are 'zero excuses for violence' in the wake of rock-throwing murder, urges Israelis not to succumb to fear.

Report: Jerusalem Mayor Barkat to Seek Likud Leadership

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat is reportedly set to make a bid to take the leadership of the Likud and run as Prime Minister.

Haredi Jerusalem Councilors: Closing 8 Minimarkets Isn't Enough

Jerusalem haredi councilors oppose Mayor Barkat's plan to enforce Shabbat law selectively and 'compensate' for opening a cinema.

Jerusalem Mayor Will Close 8 Minimarkets on Sabbath

Secular councilors say this is part of a tradeoff with haredi leaders for opening of a cinema on Sabbath.

Watch: Jerusalem Mayor Congratulates Local Basketball Team

Mayor Nir Barkat meets members of the Hapoel Jerusalem team after they won the team's first championship in 72 years.

Injured Border Policeman Commended for Neutralizing Terrorist

Brave victim of Sunday's shooting attack hailed as hero by Jerusalem police commander, mayor hours after he was attacked.

Jerusalem Mayor Barkat to Fire Ramadan Cannon

150,000-200,000 Muslims to visit Temple Mount each Friday in potential threat; mayor festive with unprecedented expensive preparations.

Defying Terrorism by Building a New Generation of Zionist Youth

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat says new Ezra movement chapter dedicated to Eyal Yifrah is the best way to honor murdered teens.

Jerusalem Mayor Livid at J'lem Affairs Appointment

'Jerusalem is not a consolation prize,' mayor Nir Barkat fires.

Netanyahu: Those Who Want Divided Jerusalem 'Don't Live Here'

Netanyahu vows to keep Jerusalem united in special Cabinet meeting.

'For how long G-d?'

'We Didn't Return to this Land to be Murdered'

At funeral Rabbi Sherki eulogizes his son, murdered by Arab driver, and is joined by chief rabbis of Jerusalem and mayor.

Why Was Chametz Sold at the Main Jerusalem Gates on Pesach?

Councilman King explains how his attempt to block Arab vendors from offending Jewish sensibilities was shot down by Mayor Barkat.

Barkat Creates a 'New Arab Neighborhood' in Jerusalem

Councilman King reports plan for 10,000 Arab housing units passes, as Barkat hikes building permits 50% in 2 years; Arab majority by 2030?

Demographic disaster?

Barkat 'Puts Another Nail in Jerusalem's Coffin'

Councilman King warns plan up for debate to whitewash 3,000 illegal Arab housing units, build 7,000 new Arab units threatening city balance.

Arutz Sheva exclusive

'Choose Life Every Day' - Synagogue Dedicated for Fallen Soldier

Barkat joins Ethiopian Jews commemorating Moshe Malko in new Jerusalem synagogue; 'finding happiness in small things.'

Jerusalem Stabber Indicted for Attempted Murder

Unnamed Arab minor who stabbed haredi man in the capital before being neutralized by Mayor Barkat, indicted Sunday for terrorist crimes.

Jerusalem Stabber: 'I Hate Religious Jews'

Arab terrorist who was tackled by Mayor Barkat admits to throwing firebombs and rocks at security forces.

Terror Attack Proves Israel Needs an 'Iron Hand'

Politicians weigh in on morning's terror attack in Jerusalem, call for change of status and death penalty against terrorists.

Arsonists Torch Jerusalem Church in Alleged 'Price-Tag' Attack

Annex of a Greek Orthodox Seminary just outside Old City of Jerusalem set on fire late Wednesday, in what is believed a 'price-tag' attack.

'A miracle'

Terror Victim Fought Off Terrorist With Tefillin Bag

Victim of Sunday stabbing attack, recounts his terrifying ordeal - and the surreal moment he recognized his savior as Jerusalem's mayor.

'God Was Watching Over Me'

Avraham Goldschmidt, who was stabbed in Jerusalem, says he had just returned from prayer, 'and this is probably what helped.'

Jerusalem Rabbi: Why Were Snow Plows Operated on Shabbat?

​Jerusalem Chief Rabbi Aryeh Stern on Sunday expressed his “extreme disappointment” over the operation of snow plows on Shabbat.

Barkat Makes Area 'Strategic to Jerusalem's Future' a Landfill

Councilman King slams Barkat for reneging on campaign promise, getting approval to turn area key to capital's growth into a garbage dump.

Barkat: Jerusalem Understands Paris' Pain

During a phone call Thursday with Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo, Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat expresses condolences and support.

Ahead of the storm

Barkat: We've Learned the Lessons of Last Year's Snowstorm

As snowstorm looms, Jerusalem Mayor says this time the city is prepared; entrances/ exits will be closed as soon as snow piles up.

Jerusalem in peril?

Bibi to Make Barkat Jerusalem Minister for 'Peace Now Policy'

Agreement reportedly reached giving Barkat Jerusalem Affairs Minister; Councilman King promises coalition coup and explains why.

New 'Jerusalem Unity Prize' in Memory of Slain Teens

Prizes of up to 100,000 shekels o be awarded for initiatives promoting unity within the Jewish community.