Jerusalem

Police Threatened to 'Burn All Haredim' Before Arrest

'Dozens' of officers arrested a rabbi's wife in connection to the Gay Pride stabbing - without a warrant - and threatened her, husband says.

Jewish Home MK: LGBT Rally Specifically Excluded the Right

The organizers of the LGBT rally in Tel Aviv Saturday night intimated MK Yinon Magal would be 'attacked' if he attended, he says.

Internal Security Minister Faces Stabbing, Arson Head-On

Minister Gilad Erdan addresses both security breaches in candid interview Friday, opens investigation into Jerusalem stabbing.

Gay Pride Stabber 'Does Not Recognize' Israeli Gov't

Yishai Shlissel, who stabbed six people at the Jerusalem Gay Pride parade, says he did it because Israel 'does not follow Torah law.'

Wall-to-Wall Condemnation of Jerusalem Gay Stabbing Attack

Religious and political leaders from across spectrum slam 'shameful' stabbing at Jerusalem gay pride parade.

State Department 'Deeply Concerned' by Israeli Construction

State Department says Israel’s planned construction in Beit El and Jerusalem threatens the two-state solution.

Again? Third Jew Arrested for Saying 'Mohammed is a Pig'

Crackdown on free speech continues as police turn blind eye to death threats against Jews on the Temple Mount.

Arab MK Denies There Was Ever a Jewish Temple in Jerusalem

MK Masud Ganaim tells Army Radio on Tisha B'Av that Jews 'have no legitimacy' to the Temple Mount.

Thousands 'March for Sovereignty' in Jerusalem

Yearly march around the walls of Jerusalem's Old City takes place - this year without restrictions; calls for Jewish prayer on Temple Mount.

Netanyahu: We'll Continue to Build in All of Jerusalem

Bibi in Tisha B'Av message: We will continue to build, defend, and ensure Jerusalem's prosperity

Tisha B'Av - Destruction of the Temple

Tonight and tomorrow the Jewish people commemorate the destruction of the two Temples in Jerusalem.

Watch: Jerusalem Auction House Sells Rare Jewish Items

The Jerusalem of Gold auctions center will hold an auction on Monday featuring unique antiques with a Jewish theme.

Synagogue Desecrated in Central Jerusalem

Congregants at a central Jerusalem synagogue were shocked to find the site desecrated when they arrived for prayers early Thursday.

Israel's Tourism Industry in Trouble

International tourist visits to Israel dropped 25% in first six months of 2015, as compared to same period in 2014.

Facebook Redraws Israel's Borders

New advertising settings place Judea-Samaria, parts of Jerusalem, and the Golan Heights as 'outside Israel,' according to Israeli media.

Watch: Pro-Hamas TV Reveals Jerusalem Security Fence is a 'Joke'

Pro-Hamas TV documents how Arabs - possibly terrorists - freely cross expensive barrier; Jerusalem Councilman demands answers.

Israel Rearrests Freed Terrorist - Less Than 24 Hours Later

Islamic Jihad leader Khader Adnan rearrested for violating travel ban on Old City of Jerusalem, after lengthy media circus for his release.

Jerusalem Car Terrorist Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison

Mohammed Salaimeh, who tried to run down and kill five female Border Patrol officer, was sentenced to 25 years in prison.

Border Police Officers Foil Stabbing Attack in Jerusalem

Border Police officers arrest 17-year-old terrorist who tried to stab them in northern Jerusalem.

Watch: Group Turning Jerusalem into a Strong Tech Hub

The Made in Jerusalem organization aims to turn Israel's capital into a strong tech hub that will impact the entire world.

Rivlin: Radicals Have Hijacked Ramadan

President Reuven Rivlin spoke Sunday with Arabic media on the relations between Arabs and Jews in Israel.

Police Believe Arab Arsonists Behind Jerusalem Forest Fires

Authorities find remains of Molotov cocktails at site of today's fire, close to Arab village.

Teenager Breaks into Jerusalem Chief Rabbi's Home

17-year-old youth arrested after breaking into Jerusalem Chief Rabbi Shlomo Amar's house over Shabbat.

Jerusalem: Violence Breaks Out After Haredim Stone Arab Drivers

Jerusalem police intervene to stop violence after group of haredim throws rocks at Arab drivers and injure a woman.

2,000-Year-Old Ritual Bath Discovered Below Living Room Floor

A ritual bath dating back to the Second Temple period was discovered recently in Jerusalem's Ein Kerem neighborhood.

Protestors Demand an End to Terror

Protest leaders outside PM's Residence blame Netanyahu's "immoral" policies for latest wave of terror attacks in Binyamin region.

PA Ignores ISIS Threat to Rid Jerusalem of Christians

PLO govt. calls for 'Palestinian unity,' failing to note ISIS called for genocide against Christian Arabs in capital city during Ramadan.

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.

ISIS in Jerusalem Threatens Christians

For the first time 'ISIS Palestine' publishes fliers in eastern part of the capital city threatening 'revenge' against Christians.

'Jerusalem is the Heart of the Jewish People'

American Friends of Ateret Cohanim founder Bernie Hoenig calls for support in foundation's quest to 'preserve Jerusalem' and Jewish history.

'Jews are the Only People Blamed for Their Own Murders'

Outspoken US rabbi contrasts outrage over Charleston shooting to reactions to murder of Jews, hails 'heros' resettling Jerusalem.

Abbas Rejects Israel's Ramadan Concessions

Internal Security Min. Gilad Erdan says PA chief wants Palestinians to suffer, using them as political pawns to attack Israel.

Attorneys: Clear Evidence Shavuot Stabber Meant to Murder

Prosecutors furnished solid evidence Arab who attacked two Jews on Shavuot had murder on his mind - still no murder charge against him.

Prayers Held in Mecca for Border Policeman Stabber

Leader of Jerusalem NGO calls for full sovereignty after Muslims glorify Monday's stabbing attack.

Injured Border Policeman Regains Consciousness

Police Commissioner Yohanan Danino also visits policeman's bedside, tells family to be proud.

After 52 Attacks, Jerusalem Councilman Starts Private Patrol

Chairman of Jerusalem security committee launches patrol after being 'abandoned' by police, warns Jews to defend themselves.

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.

Terror in the capital

One Critically Wounded in Jerusalem Stabbing Attack

Police officer injured by Arab attacker near Damascus Gate; officer manages to fatally wound terrorist.

Jerusalem Exists, but Where?

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.

Call to Cut Funding to Jerusalem Theater for 'Nazi IDF' Play

Councilman urges Jerusalem city council to pull funds from Khan Theater over play he says compares Nazis to IDF soldiers.

Disney to Produce Animated Series in Jerusalem

'Polarizers' to be produced with animation giants Technicolor and Nelvana.

Israeli Arabs Sentenced in Wedding Hall Terror Plot

Three terrorists had planned to shoot as many people as possible in crowded Jerusalem wedding hall in 2014.

Jerusalem Remains a City without a Country

The US Administration obstinately refuses to recognize Israel's capital.

Jerusalem Double Cross

Rivlin Tells Dempsey 'I Was Born in Jerusalem, Israel'

President references controversial Supreme Court ruling in meeting with top US general, who says security ties are an 'honor' for US.

Jewish Orgs Slam 'Myopic' Supreme Court Decision on Jerusalem

Both ADL and ZOA blast the decision to separate 'Jerusalem' from 'Israel' on passports, accuse US gov't of bias against Israel.

PA: Ruling on Jerusalem Proves Israel is an 'Occupier'

PA welcomes United States Supreme Court's ruling which sides with Obama and Bush in refusing to list Jerusalem as part of Israel.

US Supreme Court Backs Obama on 'Jerusalem Passport'

Ground-breaking ruling on case, as Supreme Court sides with Obama and Bush in refusing to list Jerusalem as part of Israel.

Police Reveal Identity of Shavuot Terrorist Stabber

Arab terrorist who stabbed two Jewish on night of Shavuot in Jerusalem, named as John Kakaish, a resident of the Old City.

Court Overrules Order Allowing Glick to Visit Temple Mount

Jerusalem District Court accepts appeal against ruling allowing Temple Mount activist Yehuda Glick to ascend to holy site once a month.

Jerusalem Municipality Prefers Arab Building, Says Councilman

Councilman sounds warning bell, revealing Jerusalem committee is discussing Arab building plans while blocking Jewish plans.

Jerusalem Mayor Livid at J'lem Affairs Appointment

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

Aryeh King: ISIS Trying to Make Inroads in Jerusalem

Jerusalem City Council member Aryeh King said that worldwide terror organizations like ISIS are trying to establish themselves in Israel.

New Section of Jerusalem's Lower Aqueduct Exposed

A new part of Jerusalem's 2,000 year-old aqueduct system has been discovered in Umm Tuba during construction of a sewer line.

Watch: Jews Wait 3 Hours to Enter Temple Mount on Jerusalem Day

Video taken on Jerusalem Day shows tourists waiting five minutes to enter the Temple Mount, while Jews wait three hours.

Officers at Terror Scene: 'There Was No Time to Waste'

Border Police officers present at Wednesday morning's car attack in A-Tur describe how training saved their lives.

Breaking news

Two Injured in Jerusalem Car Terror Attack

Two police officers wounded in attack near Mount of Olives; terrorist attempted to 'confirm kill' but was neutralized.

Hotovely: There is a Consensus in Israel Regarding Jerusalem

Deputy Foreign Minister meets Norwegian Foreign, tells him Israelis agree that Jerusalem must remain united.