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Watch Live: 'Lions of Zion' Awarded in Jerusalem

Annual $50,000 Moskowitz Prize for Zionism takes place in Jerusalem's City of David.

Watch Live: 'Lions of Zion' Awarded in Jerusalem

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

Netanyahu vows to keep Jerusalem united in special Cabinet meeting.

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

PA, Hamas Blast Netanyahu Over Comments on United Jerusalem

Palestinian Authority and Hamas condemn Israeli Prime Minister for saying Jerusalem will never be divided again.

PA, Hamas Blast Netanyahu Over Comments on United Jerusalem

13-Year-Old Unearths Ancient Wine Press in Jerusalem

Antiquities Authority announces the discovery of a 1,400-year-old wine press in Jerusalem - unearthed by a teen.

13-Year-Old Unearths Ancient Wine Press in Jerusalem

Netanyahu, Herzog Spar Over Keeping Jerusalem United

PM vows never to divide Jerusalem, defends Israel's right to build in its capital; Herzog accuses him of paying 'lip service.'

Netanyahu, Herzog Spar Over Keeping Jerusalem United

Maklev: It's Hard to Live in Jerusalem

UTJ MK Uri Maklev asserts at Jerusalem Lobby meeting that Knesset must do more to help solve housing crisis in Israel's capital.

Maklev: It's Hard to Live in Jerusalem

Worrisome Jerusalem Day Poll Has Activists Rolling Up Sleeves

25% of Religious-Zionist public would agree to hand over parts of Jerusalem for peace treaty. KeepJerusalem head: 'Time to wake up.'

Worrisome Jerusalem Day Poll Has Activists Rolling Up Sleeves

Sa'ar to Netanyahu: Don't Talk About Building, Build

Former Likud minister calls on PM Netanyahu to build throughout the city of Jerusalem instead of just talking about it.

Sa'ar to Netanyahu: Don't Talk About Building, Build

Netanyahu Pledges: Jerusalem Will Never be Divided Again

At Mercaz Harav Yeshiva, Netanyahu promises that Jerusalem will never be divided again so long as he is Prime Minister.

Netanyahu Pledges: Jerusalem Will Never be Divided Again

It's Official: Jerusalemites Have More Fun

Central Statistics Bureau: 88% of Jerusalem residents are pleased with their lives, compared with 85% nationwide.

It's Official: Jerusalemites Have More Fun

Plenty to Celebrate on Jerusalem Day

Jerusalem Day celebrates the liberation of the eternal Jewish capital after two millennia under occupation - but there's much more to it.

Plenty to Celebrate on Jerusalem Day

Car Terrorist Plowed into Police Shouting 'Allahu Akhbar'

Fadi Saleh, Arab from Jerusalem, charged for intentionally mowing down police officers last month.

Car Terrorist Plowed into Police Shouting 'Allahu Akhbar'

MK Hazan: We Should Not Fear Living in Israel

Leading Jerusalem Day tour, MK Hazan stresses importance of building in Jerusalem, being able to walk through all parts of Israel.

MK Hazan: We Should Not Fear Living in Israel

Regev to Move Culture Ministry to Jerusalem

Newly appointed minister Miri Regev plans to move all Culture and Sports Ministry operations to capital, away from Tel Aviv headquarters.

Regev to Move Culture Ministry to Jerusalem

ISA Thwarts Attack Against Security Forces Near City of David

Stabbing attack planned against security forces in Jerusalem's Kfar Hashiloach has been thwarted by arrests of slew of terrorists.

ISA Thwarts Attack Against Security Forces Near City of David

'It's a Complete Miracle I'm Alive,' Says Israeli Motorist

Victim of two rock-throwing attacks in the capital in less than a week's time, Chen Borochov recounts the moments of terror.

'It's a Complete Miracle I'm Alive,' Says Israeli Motorist

Gas Explosion Injures 4 in Jerusalem

Gas canister near Old City exploded, starting fire; four evacuated to area hospitals with burns, shrapnel wounds.

Gas Explosion Injures 4 in Jerusalem

Groom Arrested on Wedding Day for Praying at Temple Mount

Accused of praying while on wedding day visit to Temple Mount, Honenu rushes to have groom released before his upcoming nuptials.

Groom Arrested on Wedding Day for Praying at Temple Mount

US, EU Condemn 'Illegal' Building in Jerusalem

Plans released to build 900 homes in Ramat Shlomo. EU, US condemn 'illegal' and 'disappointing' move.

US, EU Condemn 'Illegal' Building in Jerusalem

Escalation? Major Missionary Event Scheduled for Jerusalem

After Raanana baptism, missionary groups upping their campaign to convert Jews with mega-event in southern Jerusalem.

Escalation? Major Missionary Event Scheduled for Jerusalem

Israel Approves 900 New Homes in Ramat Shlomo

Jerusalem district planning committee gives builders go-ahead to start construction in Ramat Shlomo five years after first announced.

Israel Approves 900 New Homes in Ramat Shlomo

One Wounded in Arab Attack on Home of Former Hevron Chief Rabbi

Arabs hurl rocks at students visiting new Jerusalem home of former chief rabbi of Hevron, hitting one in the head and wounding him.

One Wounded in Arab Attack on Home of Former Hevron Chief Rabbi

Man Lightly Wounded in Jerusalem Rock Attack

40-year-old man suffers light injuries in Arab rock attack in Jerusalem.

Man Lightly Wounded in Jerusalem Rock Attack

Construction in Ramat Shlomo to Receive Final Approval

Five years after first announcement, Jerusalem neighborhood poised to receive approval for 1,500 new housing units.

Construction in Ramat Shlomo to Receive Final Approval

Rabbi Involved in 'Cult' Case in Jerusalem Seminary Arrested

Seminary in Sanhedria raided and Rabbi Aharon Ramati arrested amid media storm; since 2014, parents have said he is running a 'cult.'

Rabbi Involved in 'Cult' Case in Jerusalem Seminary Arrested

Shabbat Bus Service to Run in Jerusalem

Privately-funded Friday night buses to run from Pisgat Ze'ev to city center and back; drivers to be non-Jews.

Shabbat Bus Service to Run in Jerusalem

Car Terror Victim Back on Her Feet: I Will Wait and Get Stronger

'Car terror' victim Shira Klein released from Hadassah Medical Center on Thursday after two week stay for life-threatening injuries.

Car Terror Victim Back on Her Feet: I Will Wait and Get Stronger

Watch: Horrific Footage of Jerusalem Car Attack

Security camera footage shows the dramatic car attack which killed Shalom Yohai Sherki.

Watch: Horrific Footage of Jerusalem Car Attack

The simmering war

995 Attacks on Jerusalem Border Police Since 2014

Attacks aimed just at Border Police and SWAT teams since January 2014 nearing 1,000 mark, data reveals; 70% during 'peacetime.'

995 Attacks on Jerusalem Border Police Since 2014

Another Police Cover Up? 'Bus Fire' Was Molotov Cocktail Attack

Among the slew of terror attacks over the weekend, the torching of a bus went unnoticed. Now police admit it was an attempted mass-murder.

Another Police Cover Up? 'Bus Fire' Was Molotov Cocktail Attack

Peace Now: Jerusalem Building 'G-d Forbid' a Sign of the Future

Radical leftist group laments tenders on 77 new homes in northern Jerusalem, saying it indicates coalition govt. will 'prevent peace.'

Peace Now: Jerusalem Building 'G-d Forbid' a Sign of the Future

Security Minister Says 'We Can't Stop Attacks'

Residents of Jerusalem can expect continued terrorism, Internal Security Minister Yitzchak Aharonovich says.

Security Minister Says 'We Can't Stop Attacks'

Haredi Paper Condemns Assault on IDF Officer in Mea Shearim

Calling the attack 'crude' and 'unacceptable,' haredi paper Hamodia stresses assault on IDF soldier does not represent the community.

Haredi Paper Condemns Assault on IDF Officer in Mea Shearim

Car Attack Terrorist Arrested

The terrorist who ran over four police officers in Jerusalem on Saturday night has been arrested by security officials.

Car Attack Terrorist Arrested

Post Independence Day Musings: The Mountains of Israel

Post Independence Day Musings: The Mountains of Israel

Haredim Assault IDF Officer in Jerusalem, Politicians Condemn

PM Netanyahu and other Knesset Members outraged after a religious IDF officer is attacked by haredim in the Mea Shearim neighborhood.

Haredim Assault IDF Officer in Jerusalem, Politicians Condemn

Watch: Arabs Try to Ruin Independence Day Festivities

Groups of Arabs attempted to incite confrontation with Israelis celebrating Independence Day in the Old City of Jerusalem.

Watch: Arabs Try to Ruin Independence Day Festivities

Bridge of Strings Lit Up for Independence Day

Bridge at entrance to Jerusalem will be lit up with Star of David installation and soft music every night, but Friday, for next two months.

Bridge of Strings Lit Up for Independence Day

Call to Uphold Demolition Orders on Terrorist Homes

Former Jerusalem mayoral candidate asks Netanyahu and Barkat why orders have been ignored for half a year, demands actions.

Call to Uphold Demolition Orders on Terrorist Homes

Arabs Attack Jerusalem Councilman's Home - For the 49th Time

Councilman King warns police after firebomb attacks that after the 50th attack, his 'special team' will take matters into their own hands.

Arabs Attack Jerusalem Councilman's Home - For the 49th Time

'Stop the Missionary Conversion of Jews in Jerusalem'

Councilman King calls on city council to follow Raanana's lead and block mass missionary event at municipality owned site.

'Stop the Missionary Conversion of Jews in Jerusalem'

Police Name Suspect in Jerusalem Car Attack

37-year-old Khaled Kutina's wife insists the 'accident' was due to medical issues, defends him by claiming he 'didn't watch the news.'

Police Name Suspect in Jerusalem Car Attack

Explosive video evidence

Watch: Illegal Arab Car Dealership Feet from Car Attack Site

Councilman King reveals tie between lack of enforcement and security, showing attack was next to public use plot usurped by Arabs.

Watch: Illegal Arab Car Dealership Feet from Car Attack Site

Police Detain 82 Year Old for 12 Hours - over a Parking Ticket

Jerusalem police arrested and detained an 82-year-old grandfather - for failing to pay a parking ticket.

Police Detain 82 Year Old for 12 Hours - over a Parking Ticket

Son of Prominent Rabbi Victim in Possible 'Car Terror' Incident

The Israeli killed when he and a companion were hit by an Arab driver is Shalom Yohai Sherki, the son of the well-known Rabbi Uri Sherki.

Son of Prominent Rabbi Victim in Possible 'Car Terror' Incident

Terrorism Suspected in Jerusalem 'Car Accident'

Car hits and seriously injures two people waiting for a bus in the French Hill neighborhood.

Terrorism Suspected in Jerusalem 'Car Accident'

Court: Absentee Property Law Kosher, But Avoid If Possible

The Absentee Property Law applies in Arab neighborhoods of Jerusalem, the High Court ruled - but it should be used only when necessary.

Court: Absentee Property Law Kosher, But Avoid If Possible

Kim Kardashian, Kanye West Baptizing Daughter in Jerusalem

Famous couple Kim Kardashian and Kanye West arrive in Old City for baptism of 21-month-old daughter North in Armenian quarter.

Kim Kardashian, Kanye West Baptizing Daughter in Jerusalem

Just One More Hour: Police Officer Laid to Rest After Accident

Police Sergeant Ofer Kenerick, 28, laid to rest Sunday after he was killed in a tragic accident on Friday.

Just One More Hour: Police Officer Laid to Rest After Accident

Palestinian Police Expand Security Control in Judea and Samaria

Following deal with Israel, Palestinian police say they will launch armed patrols in towns near Jerusalem, under Israel's security control.

Palestinian Police Expand Security Control in Judea and Samaria

Christians Celebrate Easter in Jerusalem

1,500 people convene at the Garden Tomb at sunrise Sunday to celebrate the Christian holiday; travelers flock from all over the world.

Christians Celebrate Easter in Jerusalem

Rabbi Chaim Richman: People Want a New Status Quo

Temple Institute's Director says that despite the reluctance of many Jews, there is a "national awakening" over Passover offerings.

Rabbi Chaim Richman: People Want a New Status Quo

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?

Barkat Creates a 'New Arab Neighborhood' in Jerusalem

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.

Barkat 'Puts Another Nail in Jerusalem's Coffin'

Firefighters Find Gas Pipe Cut in Jerusalem Terror Attempt

Anonymous culprits cut gas pipes in southern Gilo neighborhood, in apparent attempt to cause an explosion.

Firefighters Find Gas Pipe Cut in Jerusalem Terror Attempt

Leftist NGO Head: Freeze Meant for Arab Capital in Jerusalem

Har Homa plan cancellation is a fold to Obama pressure, says NGO director, appraising building freeze in capital as 'remarkable.'

Leftist NGO Head: Freeze Meant for Arab Capital in Jerusalem

BDS Fail: Kim Kardashian and Kanye West to Visit Jerusalem

Leak reveals hushed up visit of top celeb couple, who already booked a hotel in Jerusalem - and are eyeing a mansion in Tel Aviv.

BDS Fail: Kim Kardashian and Kanye West to Visit Jerusalem

Another Freeze? Meetings for 1,500 Units in Jerusalem Cancelled

'Master plan' to build new neighborhood in Har Homa put on hold 'for no reason' - while plans for Arab neighborhoods kept on the agenda.

Another Freeze? Meetings for 1,500 Units in Jerusalem Cancelled

Urban Nature Park to Open in Jerusalem Next Week

A new nature park, the first of its kind, will open in Jerusalem this coming Monday.

Urban Nature Park to Open in Jerusalem Next Week

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.'

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