Jerusalem

Netanyahu, Cabinet Pass Slew of Anti-Terror Measures

Security reinforcements, new roads, and new laws. 'We will defeat terror, as we have done in the past,' the Prime Minister warns.

Abbas: Palestinian Violence 'Helps' Israel

Palestinian Authority chief Mahmoud Abbas on Monday called for calm, in order not to allow Israel to “benefit” from Palestinian violence.

Moving: Netanyahu Embraces Jerusalem Stabbing Victim

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu visited the victims of two stabbing attacks in Jerusalem-area hospitals.

BBC Admits Headline on Attack Was Wrong, Won't Apologize

BBC admits its initial headline on Saturday’s stabbing attack in Jerusalem did not accurately reflect the attack, stops short of apology.

Al Jazeera Apologizes Over Tweet on Jerusalem Stabbing

Al Jazeera says it did not intend to minimize killing of Israelis in a tweet it posted after Saturday's stabbing attack in Jerusalem.

UN Chief Appeals for Calm after Jerusalem Terror Attack

Ban Ki-moon condemns Palestinian terrorist attacks, says he's 'troubled' by praise from Palestinian leaders.

Israeli Press Office Reprimands BBC for Outrageous Headline

Israeli Government Press Office head reacts furiously to BBC's coverage of last night terror attack: 'Palestinian shot dead in Jerusalem.'

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Second Jerusalem Stabbing Victim Laid to Rest

Rabbis and MKs, IDF attend funeral for Aharon Banita-Bennett, who was murdered Saturday night in Jerusalem.

Palestinian Authority Slams 'Killing' of Two Terrorists

Israel leading region into 'new cycle of violence,' Palestinian Authority bizarrely accuses in wake of two Arab terror attacks.

Is it Safe For Jews to Visit the Kotel? Rabbis Disagree

Gur Rebbe reportedly bars followers from visiting Western Wall in light of stabbings; Sephardic Chief Rabbi urges Jews to visit.

Wounded Mother and Baby to be Reunited Before Chag

Shaare Zedek's Director recounts to Arutz Sheva difficult night at hospital's trauma ward following multiple Jerusalem stabbing attacks.

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Bereaved Son: 'My Father Left Home to Help and Fell in Battle'

Thousands attend funeral of stabbing victim, Torah scholar Rabbi Nehemia Lavi; Israeli leaders hail him as hero.

15 Year-Old Stabbing Victim: 'I Was Saved by a Miracle'

Moshe Malka recounts to Arutz Sheva walking to Old City Saturday when a terrorist stabbed him. Malka says a friend - and God - saved him.

Palestinian Authority Condemns Jerusalem Closure as 'Escalation'

PA denounces Israeli security measures over remaining days of Sukkot, Simchat Torah, aimed at preventing further deadly attacks.

Defiance through prayer

Watch: Worshipers, Visitors Not Deterred by Jerusalem Violence

Jewish worshipers at the Kotel this morning tell Arutz Sheva why last night's terrorist attacks only strengthened their resolve to come.

Liberman: 'Anti-Semitic' Abbas to Blame for Jerusalem Stabbings

Abbas and PA incitement have sparked the terror - but the state must respond decisively, Liberman urges.

Watch: Police Arrest Jerusalem Stabber's Father

Security forces raid home of Palestinian terrorist responsible for 2nd attack in one night; father taken away for questioning.

Dramatic Footage: Police Eliminate Knife-Wielding Terrorist

Video shows moments second Arab terrorist struck Saturday night; police quickly arrive and shoot him dead.

Faith and defiance

Thousands Defiantly Attend Early Morning Service at Kotel

No fear: Despite Arab violence Israeli Jews flock to Western Wall to pray traditional morning service at dawn on the final day of Sukkot.

Jews Injured in Old City Stabbings On the Mend

Conditions of wife, son of man murdered in Jerusalem improve; funeral arrangements made for Rabbi Nehemia Lavi.

Rivlin: We Are Facing Daily, Ongoing Struggle against Terror

President responds to Jerusalem terror attack; demands 'determination' and 'inner fortitude' to return security to Israel.

Police Limit Old City Access after Terror Attacks

Jerusalem's Old City to remain partially shuttered over Simchat Torah; Muslims over 50 can still visit Temple Mount.

State Department Urges Calm Following Stabbing Attack

State Department condemns stabbing attack in Jerusalem, urges all sides to avoid escalating the situation.

Jewish Teen Stabbed in Jerusalem

15-year-old stabbed near the Damascus Gate, suffering moderate-to-serious wounds. Stabber shot by security forces.

Lapid: The Government Failed to Provide Security

Yesh Atid chairman responds to Jerusalem stabbing attack, says the government must take action.

Jerusalem Protests Demand PM Stop 'Abandoning Jewish Blood'

Hundreds of protesters chant 'the people demand revenge,' as Samaria head calls on all to join his protest tent in front of PM Residence.

Witness to murder

Watch: Murder in the Old City

Witness the lethal stabbing of Israelis in Jerusalem by terrorist crying 'Allahu akbar,' all caught on a passerby's camera.

Two Murdered in Jerusalem Terrorist Attack

Terrorist targets Jewish family in brutal stabbing and shooting attack; attacker eliminated by police.

Terrorist Shoots at Jerusalem Sukkah

Around same time as stabbing in Old City, Arab terrorist opens fire at sukkah in eastern part of the capital; none wounded.

Arab Tries to Throw Firebomb at Security Forces in Jerusalem

Border Policemen shoot Arab rioter in the leg in Issawiya after he tries to throw a firebomb at them.

Jerusalem's Liberators to Retrace Historic Six-Day Victory

Jerusalem March, featuring 60,000 visitors from 35 countries, will mark its 60th year on Thursday.

Edelstein Slams Arab MKs: Find Somewhere Else to Incite

Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein speaks to Arutz Sheva about ongoing Arab violence in Jerusalem over Temple Mount.

The Style You Expect, in the City You Love

Now new English-speaking olim can own dream homes in Jerusalem.

Top Sukkot News Highlights

As the second day of Sukkot ends for Jews in the Diaspora, Arutz Sheva presents the top headlines from the last 48 hours.

Not Europe 1939 - Jerusalem 2015

Watch: Terrified Jewish Children Hounded by Muslim Mob

Difficult to watch: Children cry as Arab mobs target Jewish families on the way to the Kotel in Old City of Jerusalem over Sukkot.

Hevron Rioter's Rock Injures Japanese Tourist

Female tourist suffered head injury in Hevron riots. Another tourist was hurt in Jerusalem's A-Tur neighborhood.

'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

Jerusalem: Jewish Youth Attacked by Arabs - Then Arrested

Israeli teen uses non-lethal pepper-spray after his family surrounded by vicious Muslim mob over Sukkot - only to be arrested himself.

Jerusalem Public Transport Expanded Over Sukkot Holiday

Egged bus lines within the capital and between cities to run until 1:00 am; Light Rail shuts down after employee strike.

At UN, Jordan's King Abdullah Threatens Israel over Temple Mount

Speaking at UN General Assembly, Jordan's King Abdullah 'rejects any threat to the Arab character' of Jerusalem.

Muslim Extremists Threaten to Camp Out on Temple Mount

Islamic Movement official says to prevent Al-Aqsa from being 'tarnished' by Jewish visitors, protestors will remain on Temple Mount.

Jerusalem Stabbing Victim Named

25 year-old Yaakov Brami died in Thursday night's stabbing; police still unclear whether the incident was crime or terror.

Secular and Religious Jews Renew Sukkot Pilgrimage

Head of group bringing Jews of all stripes together for Sukkot pilgrimage tells Arutz Sheva all about the march for unity.

Constant Terror Yields Raise for Jerusalem Police

Cabinet approves 800 shekel per month raise for capital police officers in light of ongoing rock and firebomb attacks.

Youth Stabbed to Death in Jerusalem

Late night pub argument turns lethal in central street of the capital, as victim dies and his brother is seriously wounded.

World Space Leaders to Attend Jerusalem Outer Space Convention

From Zion shall go forth Torah – as well as international discussions of breakthroughs in outer-space study.

'First Time in the Place My Father Was Murdered'

Terror victim Alexander Levlovich's son addresses foreign journalists on tour of terror sites in Jerusalem.

Jerusalem: Indictments Filed Against Anti-Semitic Arab Gang

Gang of rock-throwers targeted a Jew in Jerusalem two weeks ago, pelting his car with rocks until the driver fled.

Muslim Entry to Temple Mount Restricted Ahead of Yom Kippur

Police on high alert in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria and Gaza ahead of Yom Kippur and the Muslim Eid al-Adha which follows.

Security Minister Accuses Opposition of 'Helping Rock-Throwers'

MKs on the right and left clash during a Knesset discussion on the increasing violence in Jerusalem Monday.

Watch: Arab Schoolchildren Nabbed after Stoning Bus

Children aged 10-11 hurled rocks at an Egged bus as afterschool recreation. Their young age means they'll likely go free.

Security scare

Police Scrambled as Ax-Wielding Arab Spotted near Jerusalem Mall

Call to police hotline regarding suspect wielding ax or hammer prompt urgent mobilization, foot-chase; suspect in custody.

Arab Terror Continues Amid Push for Harsher Deterrence

Arabs terrorists threw two firebombs on Sunday, damaging house in Jerusalem's Nof Zion neighborhood.

Report: Police Let Rock-Thrower Go

Jerusalem city councilman, neighbors catch terrorist - but police tell them to let him walk free.

Regev: Parents Must Pay for Their Terrorist Children

Culture Minister to present bill which would halt 'inconceivable' social security payments to terrorists and their families.

Jerusalem: Arabs Bear Nazi Symbols on License Plates

Residents horrified to see Arabs replacing Israeli flag on their license plates with Nazi cross, eagle.

Netanyahu to Ban: We're Maintaining Status Quo on Temple Mount

PM Netanyahu tells UN Secretary-General Israel is strictly maintaining the status quo on the Temple Mount, despite Palestinian incitement.

Police to Restrict Muslim Entry to Temple Mount Amid Violence

Jerusalem police announce they will reinforce their presence in and around the city on Friday as violence continues.

Zionist Group's Answer to Arab Rioting: Fly Our Flag Proudly

In wake of the unrest that has plagued Jerusalem, Im Tirzu organization hands out Israeli flags to passerby in Old City.

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No Surrender: Jews Pray at Site of Yeshiva Student's Near-Lynch

150 Jews pray in Old City at site of attack on yeshiva student; councilman urges 'we have to do what Giuliani did in New York.'