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Jerusalem: Arab buses rerouted through Jewish neighborhood

Insult to injury? Armon Hanatziv residents shocked after Arab buses rerouted through their area weeks after shooting, stabbing spree.

Jerusalem: Arab buses rerouted through Jewish neighborhood

Poll: 58% back stripping Jerusalem Arabs' resident status

In light of Netanyahu's plan, majority back removing rights, but in troubling sign 56% back PA control over half of capital.

Poll: 58% back stripping Jerusalem Arabs' resident status

Stabbing thwarted in Jerusalem at the last minute

Alert off-duty officer finds knife, axe on two terrorists as they scanned the crowd.

Stabbing thwarted in Jerusalem at the last minute

Rivlin: Rabin stood for Jerusalem

President Reuven Rivlin notes Yitzhak Rabin 'never encroached upon the idea of a united Jerusalem' in commemoratory address.

Rivlin: Rabin stood for Jerusalem

Bedouin Leaders to Jordanian King: declare war on Israel

Bedouin leaders publish letter calling on Jordan to create new military brigades to attack and conquer Jerusalem.

Bedouin Leaders to Jordanian King: declare war on Israel

Synagogue safety instructions released for Jerusalemites

Jerusalem municipality, Chief Rabbinate advise special caution for synagogue-goers amid terror wave.

Synagogue safety instructions released for Jerusalemites

Jewish man mistakenly shot in Jerusalem identified

Gag order lifted, revealing mentally unstable man who shouted 'I am ISIS!' while clashing with soldiers was Simcha Hodedtov of the capital.

Jewish man mistakenly shot in Jerusalem identified

Jewish man mistakenly shot shouted 'I am ISIS!'

IDF opens investigation into shooting of 28-year-old immigrant from Dagestan, who was killed after trying to snatch their weapons.

Jewish man mistakenly shot shouted 'I am ISIS!'

Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem among top ten hotels in the world

Luxury hotel in Israel's capital received a high score of 97.5 in Conde Nast Traveler's annual Reader's Choice Awards.

Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem among top ten hotels in the world

Man mistaken for terrorist shot dead in Jerusalem

Mentally unstable man mistaken for terrorist, shot by security personnel after trying to grab their weapon.

Man mistaken for terrorist shot dead in Jerusalem

100 housing units approved in Jerusalem - for Arabs

Units approved despite the proliferation of Jerusalem-based Arab terrorists during the current security situation. Deputy mayor livid.

100 housing units approved in Jerusalem - for Arabs

Two injured in Jerusalem hit-and-run

Driver plows into pedestrians on Eshkol Blvd, raising fears of terror attack.

Two injured in Jerusalem hit-and-run

Muslim Cleric: No UN Peacekeepers on Temple Mount

Israel isn't the only entity that wants to keep foreign peacekeepers off the Temple Mount.

Muslim Cleric: No UN Peacekeepers on Temple Mount

Official: Armon Hanatziv Blocks Not a Policy, But a Test

A Jerusalem city official said that the placing of concrete blocks between the Armon Hanatziv and Jabel Mukaber was an 'experiment.'

Official: Armon Hanatziv Blocks Not a Policy, But a Test

'Today Everyone Knows: Netanyahu is Dividing Jerusalem'

Councilman tasked with security portfolio slams government for abandoning capital, warns PM's new walls reveal his hand.

'Today Everyone Knows: Netanyahu is Dividing Jerusalem'

Netanyahu Halts Controversial Jerusalem Wall

After ministers chew out PM for placing concrete barriers dividing the capital, extension of the wall canceled.

Netanyahu Halts Controversial Jerusalem Wall

New Jerusalem Barrier to Protect Jews from Arab Firebombers

Police put up a temporary barrier to protect motorists in Jewish Armon Hanatziv from attacks from hostile Arab Jabal Mukaber.

New Jerusalem Barrier to Protect Jews from Arab Firebombers

Jerusalem Hospitals Compete Over Terror Victims

Hadassah Medical Center, Shaare Zedek trade barbs over treatment of stab victims, with malpractice accusations flying.

Jerusalem Hospitals Compete Over Terror Victims

Police to Restrict Muslim Entry to Temple Mount on 'Day of Rage'

Police to allow only Muslim men aged 40 and over and women of all ages to enter the Temple Mount complex.

Police to Restrict Muslim Entry to Temple Mount on 'Day of Rage'

Police Track Down Missing Would-Be Terrorist in Beersheva

Police thwarted potential attack after tracking down Arab girl in Beersheva who was headed to Jerusalem to 'stab Jews.'

Police Track Down Missing Would-Be Terrorist in Beersheva

Terror Victim's Killers Charged with Manslaughter, Not Murder

Five Arab teens behind rock attack which killed Alexander Levlovich on Rosh Hasahana eve indicted in Jerusalem.

Terror Victim's Killers Charged with Manslaughter, Not Murder

Jerusalem Central Bus Station Victim Released from Hospital

Six other terror victims remain hospitalized in Shaare Zedek Medical Center; two in serious condition.

Jerusalem Central Bus Station Victim Released from Hospital

Watch: Police Storm Jerusalem Central Bus Station

Police forces search Central Bus Station following reports of second armed terrorist in Wednesday night's stabbing attack.

Watch: Police Storm Jerusalem Central Bus Station

Palestinian Authority Wants UN 'Protection Force' in Jerusalem

In latest diplomatic move against Israel, and as Arab terror attacks continue to target Jews, PA to ask UN to deploy troops in Jerusalem.

Palestinian Authority Wants UN 'Protection Force' in Jerusalem

Watch: Crowd Sing Israeli Anthem at Jerusalem Terror Site

Dozens of passersby defiantly sign 'Hatikva' outside Jerusalem central bus station, following latest stabbing attack.

Watch: Crowd Sing Israeli Anthem at Jerusalem Terror Site

Stage-by-stage

Watch: Pisgat Ze'ev Stabbing Captured in Vivid CCTV Footage

Security cameras recorded stage-by-stage Monday's shocking terrorist rampage by two Arab boys, aged 15 and 13.

Watch: Pisgat Ze'ev Stabbing Captured in Vivid CCTV Footage

Over 1,000 Combat Soldiers Deployed to Jerusalem

Six military companies sent to reinforce police ranks in joint operations, as capital prepares for another tense day.

Over 1,000 Combat Soldiers Deployed to Jerusalem

Jerusalem Terror Victims' Status Report

Seven victims, 1 critical, remain hospitalized from double attacks; Pisgat Ze'ev victims still in serious condition.

Jerusalem Terror Victims' Status Report

Cabinet Approves IDF Security on Public Transit in Jerusalem

Cabinet approves new security system for public transportation. IDF soldiers will serve as security guards in the interim.

Cabinet Approves IDF Security on Public Transit in Jerusalem

Driver Recounts Harrowing Attack on Jerusalem Bus

'I heard shots and fled,' driver tells investigators after recounting how terrorist postponed payment when boarding the bus.

Driver Recounts Harrowing Attack on Jerusalem Bus

Proposal: IDF Forces to Back Up Police in Jerusalem

Security cabinet proposes new measures to crack down on terror after three Israelis killed in attacks in Jerusalem.

Proposal: IDF Forces to Back Up Police in Jerusalem

Terror Victim Adelle Bennett and Son Released from Hospital

After losing husband, Aharon, and suffering serious stab wounds in terror attack, Adelle Bennett returns home with two children.

Terror Victim Adelle Bennett and Son Released from Hospital

Murdered on His Way to Study Torah

Funeral takes place for Rabbi Yeshiyahu Krishevsky, 59, run over in car attack; One of three killed in Tuesday's terrorist attacks.

Murdered on His Way to Study Torah

Jerusalem Rally Against Terror Canceled Amid Flurry of Attacks

So as not to overburden police dealing with lethal terror, Yesha Council calls off huge rally outside Prime Minister's Residence.

Jerusalem Rally Against Terror Canceled Amid Flurry of Attacks

Watch: Border Police Storm Bus as Terrorists Butcher Passengers

Harrowing footage shows security forces taking control of bus, swiftly ending one of two brutal attacks in Jerusalem Tuesday.

Watch: Border Police Storm Bus as Terrorists Butcher Passengers

Gov't, Mayor Mulling Closing Off Jerusalem Arab Neighborhoods

Internal Security Minister Gilad Erdan also considering relaxing restrictions on issuing firearms licenses, as deadly attacks continue.

Gov't, Mayor Mulling Closing Off Jerusalem Arab Neighborhoods

Watch: Hamas Terrorists With Assault Rifles in the Capital

Chilling video shows Hamas terrorists with M-16 and Kalashnikov in ceremony promising terror from northern Shuafat neighborhood.

Watch: Hamas Terrorists With Assault Rifles in the Capital

Attack in the capital

Terror Attack Thwarted At Entrance to Jerusalem

Arab terrorist tries to snatch IDF soldier's gun, is shot dead by security forces.

Terror Attack Thwarted At Entrance to Jerusalem

'The Jews Will Not be Driven from Jerusalem'

Daniel Luria of Ateret Cohanim calls on Jews around the world to fill the Old City of Jerusalem in response to latest terror wave.

'The Jews Will Not be Driven from Jerusalem'

Condition of Policeman Injured During Jerusalem Attack Critical

Dep. director of Shaare Zedek, Dr. Ofer Merin, gives medical update of six terror victims currently being treated at the Jerusalem hospital.

Condition of Policeman Injured During Jerusalem Attack Critical

Shaked Vows to Demolish More Terrorists' Homes

In visit to Henkin family home, Justice Minister promises that measures to legalize full demolition of terrorists' homes underway.

Shaked Vows to Demolish More Terrorists' Homes

'Mahmoud Abbas is a Plucked Chicken'

Education Minister Naftali Bennett advocates a no-holds barred policy toward not only Hamas, but the PA as well.

'Mahmoud Abbas is a Plucked Chicken'

Watch: Israeli Flags Fly High as Matisyahu Rocks Jerusalem

Jewish reggae superstar performs in front of thousands - all waving Israeli flags.

Watch: Israeli Flags Fly High as Matisyahu Rocks Jerusalem

Palestinian Bar Association Honors 'Hero' Terrorist Stabber

Palestinian Bar Association gives honorary degree to terrorist who murdered Rabbi Nehemia Lavi and Aharon Banita Bennett.

Palestinian Bar Association Honors 'Hero' Terrorist Stabber

Police Use Force to Block Protest March to Kotel

Street blocked by hundreds of protesters demanding end to terror, police refuse march, arrest 5 protesters claiming clashes.

Police Use Force to Block Protest March to Kotel

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 School Shutdown Turns Up the Heat

Jerusalem Police Place Metal Detectors Around Old City

In response to growing wave of attacks, police deploy a number of detectors around gates and streets of the Old City.

Jerusalem Police Place Metal Detectors Around Old City

Arutz Sheva exclusive

Matisyahu: No Place I'd Rather Play Music Than Israel

Watch: Israel has played large role in 'my music and Jewish identity,' reggae star says ahead of Jerusalem concert.

Matisyahu: No Place I'd Rather Play Music Than Israel

'We Are Here Because Jerusalem is Ours'

Yair Lapid tours Old City of Jerusalem expressing support for security forces and gratitude to local Jewish residents.

'We Are Here Because Jerusalem is Ours'

Two Injured in Jerusalem Stabbing Attack

Student seriously wounded and security guard lightly injured in stabbing near Ammunition Hill; terrorist neutralized.

Two Injured in Jerusalem Stabbing Attack

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 Mayor Urges Residents to Carry Personal Firearms

Netanyahu Bans Temple Mount Visits - For Jewish MKs Only

Move a bid to calm tensions with Jordan - but Arab MKs who incite violence will still be allowed up.

Netanyahu Bans Temple Mount Visits - For Jewish MKs Only

Rivlin: Muslims Must Respect Jewish Rights to Jerusalem

At press conference in Jerusalem, President Reuven Rivlin criticizes Mahmoud Abbas's 'filthy Jewish feet' comments.

Rivlin: Muslims Must Respect Jewish Rights to Jerusalem

Woman Fired Over Facebook Photo of Jerusalem Stabber

Pelephone fires female employee who posted a photo of the terrorist who stabbed a Jewish teen in Jerusalem.

Woman Fired Over Facebook Photo of Jerusalem Stabber

Israel Lifts Ban on Muslim Prayer at Temple Mount

Muslims of all ages will be able to ascend Temple Mount on Wednesday after two-day ban following lethal attacks in Jerusalem.

Israel Lifts Ban on Muslim Prayer at Temple Mount

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.

Jerusalem Threatens School Shutdown

Arab MK: Police Killed Jerusalem Stabber 'In Cold Blood'

MK Basel Ghattas defends terrorist as well as Arabs who harassed terror victim, calling them 'victims of abuse from settlers.'

Arab MK: Police Killed Jerusalem Stabber 'In Cold Blood'

Police Force Rescued From Riot in Jerusalem's Shuafat

Arab rioters go after plainclothes policemen in Shuafat, forcing a rescue by Border Patrol officers.

Police Force Rescued From Riot in Jerusalem's Shuafat

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.

Barkat Vows to Keep Jerusalem United Despite Terror

Arab MK Portrays Jerusalem Stabber as Victim

Ahmed Tibi claims 19 year-old terrorist Fadi Alwan was 'being chased by settlers.'

Arab MK Portrays Jerusalem Stabber as Victim