Jerusalem

Report: Netanyahu Orders Demolition of Terrorists' Homes

Netanyahu to seal or demolish terrorists' homes, an official leaked to reporters - but it is unclear whose homes, and when.

Call to Mobilize Reservists to Secure Jerusalem

Beit Aryeh council head Avi Naim says the time is ripe to call up reservists for Jerusalem - and may be the way to establish deterrence.

EU Warns of 'Return to Violence' if Peace Talks Stay Stalled

EU foreign affairs chief blithely claims talks could prevent months-long violence, reiterates opposition to 'settlement building.'

Jerusalem: Shalit Deal Terrorist Arrested for Stirring Up Riots

Clashes continue overnight in the capital, with key arrest revealing the role of released terrorists in ongoing Jerusalem violence.

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Two Killed in Jerusalem Car Terror Attack

Five seriously wounded after incident in capital near Old City; Hamas terrorist shot dead by police.

Teen Wounded in Hamas Car Attack Dies

17-year-old grandson of Shas Council of Torah Sages rabbi becomes second fatality from Jerusalem car attack on Wednesday.

Peace Partner? Abbas's Fatah Demands More Car Terror Attacks

'Moderate' Fatah issues spate of cartoons and images calling for more terrorism against Jews; 'run over the foreign settler!'

Coping with 'silent intifada'

Armed Guard to Kindergarten? 'That's Jerusalem'

Arutz Sheva speaks with resident of Kidmat Tzion in eastern part of the capital, where 'a day without rocks is a miracle.'

'This Isn't an Intifada, It's War'

Former Jerusalem police chief Aryeh Amit says it's time for the government to make the decision to fight terrorism.

Schools Cancel Jerusalem Trips After Latest Attack

After Wednesday's terror attack in Jerusalem, schools around Israel decided to cancel class trips to the city.

Importers: Don't Ban Firecrackers to Fight Jerusalem Terror

Many of the recent attacks by Arab inJerusalem unrest have included firecrackers - but they shouldn't be banned, say importers.

Watch: 'How I Shot the Jerusalem Car Terrorist'

Border Policeman describes details of Wednesday's attack to Arutz Sheva - including how he was finally eliminated.

'Jews Are Exercising Basic Human Right' on Temple Mount

Temple Institute's Rabbi Richman responds to claims that escalation of violence in Jerusalem is fault of Jews ascending the Temple Mount.

Kerry Blasts Jerusalem Terror Attack for 'Raising Tensions'

US Secretary of State says road rampage 'only makes matters worse,' after third attack in capital in two weeks kills one and wounds 10-15.

Sickening: Arab Youths Take 'Selfie' at Site of Jerusalem Attack

Two youths grin into the camera even as medics treat the wounded behind them - encapsulating sense of impunity in one picture.

Rivlin: 'No Absolution' for Terrorists

President Reuven Rivlin expresses 'utter disgust' at Jerusalem attack, notes similar disunity felt in the days before Rabin's murder.

Hamas Leaders Full of Praise for Jerusalem Car Terror Attack

Hamas official echoes Mahmoud Abbas's call for Palestinians to use 'all means' to oppose Israeli presence on Temple Mount.

Netanyahu Vows: We Will Win the Struggle for Jerusalem

After another Israeli was killed in a terror attack Wednesday, Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu slams PA chief Mahmoud Abbas.

Police Dawdle on Shooting at Jerusalem Councilman's House

Police incompetence: After Yehuda Glick shot, police revealed to have 'turned deaf ear' on targeting of Jerusalem Councilman Arieh King.

EU Foreign Affairs Chief: Jewish Homes 'Detrimental to Peace'

Federica Mogherini says building Jewish homes in capital questions Israel's 'commitment to peace' prior to official visit.

Palestinian Media Calls Terror Attack 'Car Accident'

Rampage in Jerusalem labeled an 'accident,' victims are 'settlers and soldiers' in Arab media.

Jerusalem Mayor: PA Trying to Create Havoc in Jerusalem

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat tells Arutz Sheva Palestinian Authority incitement to blame for ongoing deadly violence.

Aharonovich at Attack Scene Warns: 'It's Not the Last'

Interior Security minister says security can't be achieved by given time limit, Bennett: 'Abbas drove the death car in Jerusalem.'

New Jerusalem Building Plan 'A Drop in the Bucket'

244 units approved, most after years of shelving, as deputy mayor slams US criticism and slow pace of construction.

Erekat: Jewish Homes in Jerusalem a 'Slap in the Face' to US

PA chief negotiator Saeb Erekat livid over more construction announcements, claims move insults US, international community, peace.

PA's Prime Minister: We'll Fight Israel's 'Judaization'

Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Rami Hamdallah threatens Israel against “Judaizing” Jerusalem, promises to "resist occupation".

Danish Foreign Minister Condemns Jerusalem Construction

Danish Foreign Minister Martin Lidegaard, in Israel for a visit, says new Jerusalem construction "hinders negotiations".

Push to Reroute Jerusalem Light Rail Due to Violence

Former mayoral candidate furious after proposal to reroute rail stricken from agenda, says 90K people should have access to transport.

US Criticises 'Unfortunate' Decision to Build Homes in Jerusalem

In repeat of last week's criticism, State Dept. claims building Jewish homes in the capital is 'illegitimate settlement activity.'

Approved: 400 Housing Units to Be Built in Jerusalem

Just one week after 1,000 housing units broke de facto freeze in the capital, Ramat Shlomo to see another 400 Jewish homes built.

Rivlin: We Will Not Tolerate Terror in Our Capital

In a speech at the Begin Center, where Yehuda Glick was shot, President Rivlin declares: We will continue to develop Jerusalem.

US Supreme Court to Decide 'Jerusalem, Israel' Passport Case

Menachem Zivotofsky's passport says 'born in Jerusalem' but his parents want "Israel" added to the place of birth.

Jordan's King Vows to Fight Any Change to Jerusalem 'Status Quo'

King Abdullah vows to 'confront' Israel over any attempts to increase Jewish prayer rights at holy sites as Temple Mount storm continues.

Netanyahu: 'We Will Return Law and Order to the Capital'

PM Netanyahu began his Cabinet meeting with a discussion of the situation in J'lem, and the bill for stricter punishment for rock-throwers.

Tensions Snowball in Jerusalem

Saturday saw several incidents of eastern Jerusalem residents attacking security forces including an improvised pipe bomb, stone throwing.

Deputy Mayor Says Jerusalem Violence 'is an Intifada'

Deputy Mayor Dov Kalmanovich visits hospital bedside of Yehuda Glick, calls to fire Internal Security Minister Aharonovich.

Abbas to Kerry: Stop Israel's 'Escalation'

PA Chairman blames Israel for the ongoing tensions in Jerusalem, says it will cause more violence and extremism in the region.

MK Tibi: 'Jews Have No Right To Pray on Temple Mount'

At the peak of tension in Jerusalem, Arab MK attacks Jews for praying on the Temple Mount, proclaiming it holy only for Muslims.

Two Arabs Nabbed Right Before Light Rail Ambush

Rioters in Jerusalem try to attack light rail with rocks, get arrested following a foot chase by police and Border Patrol.

Arab Rioters Vow: 'It's an Intifada, We Won't Be Stopped'

Arabs in Jerusalem attacking Jews on a regular basis reveal 'no peaceful solutions' exist, and jail time will not check their violence.

Shaked: Allow Jews to Pray on the Temple Mount

Jewish Home MK calls on the Prime Minister to sign new regulations allowing Jews to pray on the Temple Mount.

Rivlin: Terrorism Must be Rooted Out of Jerusalem

President Reuven Rivlin calls for calm, stresses that Israel would persevere after the attempted murder of Yehuda Glick.

'Gov't Inaction Paved the Way' for Jerusalem Shooting

Temple Institute condemns shooting of former director Yehuda Glick, says authorities' inaction over Temple Mount violence to blame.

Feiglin: Israel Gave Glick Shooter What He Wanted

Likud MK livid over reported allowance of Muslims on Temple Mount following shooting, laments that apathy was 'expected.'

Abbas Says Closing Temple Mount 'A Declaration of War'

Hours after claiming PA 'not declaring an intifada', Abbas says security measures after J'lem shooting a 'declaration of war.'

Double Life: Glick Shooter Worked at Begin Center Restaurant

Double life: Islamic Jihad terrorist Mu'taz Hijazi - who was released from prison in 2012 - was a cafeteria employee near scene of shooting.

Sweden Officially Recognizes 'State of Palestine'

Stockholm insists Hamas-PA gov't 'fulfills criteria for international law' in declaration - despite Hamas blacklist as a terror group.

Prime Suspect in Glick Shooting Eliminated

Islamic Jihad terrorist believed to have shot Temple Mount activist Yehuda Glick eliminated, after resisting arrest.

UN: Israeli Construction 'Violates International Law'

In emergency session, UN Security Council discusses Israel's plan to build new homes in Jerusalem.

Yehuda Glick in Serious but Stable Condition

Director of the Sha'arei Tzedek Medical Center says leading Temple Mount activist is in danger but his condition has stabilized.

'Silent intifada' continues

Temple Mount Advocate Yehuda Glick Shot in Jerusalem

Terrorist deliberately targets leading advocate for Jewish Temple Mount rights, leaving Glick seriously injured.

'There Was Life Before the Murder, and Life After'

Relatives speak, 16 years later, on murder of 17 year-old Noa Eyal - and 'emotional' news that police may have had a breakthrough on case.

Palestinian Arab Family Cries 'Fraud' Over J'lem Building Sale

Jerusalem-based Arab family claims sale of two Jerusalem buildings to Jewish buyers is 'fraudulent' amid tensions over the capital's future.

Twice in Three Days: Arab Ambush at Jerusalem District Court

After family car with seven kids on board assaulted Monday, another Jewish car damaged on same street near court building.

Jerusalem Launches Surveillance Balloons to Fight Terror

Municipality responds to 'silent intifada' from the air, with new unit to locate riots and attacks which have exploded recently.

State Department: Our View on 'Settlements' is Clear

State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki responds to Netanyahu's declaration that Israel will continue to build in Jerusalem.

Demo Outside Jerusalem Police HQ Demands End to Arab Violence

Protesters call on officials to stop 'tying the hands of the police' as 'silent intifada' continues to rage in Jerusalem.

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UN Security Council to Meet over Israeli Building in Jerusalem

UNSC to hold 'emergency meeting' in response to Jordanian request after Israel announces new Jewish homes in Jerusalem.

Arutz Sheva exclusive

Knesset Speaker: 'American Critics Are Out of Touch'

Jewish neighborhoods in Jerusalem are not up for grabs, says Edelstein, calling to 'end discrimination against Judea and Samaria.'

Netanyahu: International Criticism, Not Building, Impedes Peace

PM fires back at US statement that Jewish homes hinder peace, says building in capital is the same as doing so in Paris or London.