Jerusalem

Call to Stop Jerusalem Light Rail Service in Arab Neighborhoods

Former Jerusalem District Police Cmdr. says Jerusalem's 'silent intifada' could be quelled by shuttering flashpoint public transport sites.

Israeli Star Kobi Peretz Celebrates East Jerusalem Neighborhood

Kobi Peretz sings at event marking decade to Kidmat Tzion neighborhood, located strategically near the terror hotbed of Abu Dis.

3-year-old Girl Hospitalized After Pesticides Sprayed in Home

Infant in Jerusalem rushed to the hospital after being poisoned, shortly after apartment sprayed with chemicals.

Policeman Injured as Arab Terrorists Attack Jews in Jerusalem

Arabs continued their assault on the Jewish neighborhood on the Mount of Olives over Simchat Torah, using fireworks and rocks.

Car Crashes into Sukkah Wounding Father and Infant Sons

On last day of Sukkot, parked car rolls downhill in Jerusalem, with the wounded including a one-year-old boy.

The Struggle to Keep Eastern Jerusalem Property in Jewish Hands

Neighborhood occupied by Arabs in 1929 riots - now Councilman King tells Arutz Sheva about his fight to maintain Jewish ownership.

Three Hurt in Jerusalem Gas Station Blast

Gasoline fumes may have caused the explosion that 'miraculously' left gas tanker unharmed.

Frustration Simmers at Policy 'Supporting Terror' in Jerusalem

Ayelet Shaked fires at Israel police for 'giving terrorists a boost' by closing Temple Mount to Jews.

Jerusalem: 40% of Light Rail Trains Damaged

Traffic disruptions throughout Jerusalem after stone throwing in Arab neighborhoods damaged 9 trains.

Jewish Teenager Assaulted by Arabs in Jerusalem

17-year-old Jewish teenager attacked by two Arab teens. Police use surveillance cameras to locate culprits.

Arab Rioters on Temple Mount Wound Four Police Officers

Unrest explodes on Temple Mount, in usual round of rioting before Jewish holiday of Sukkot.

Obama 'Can't Buy Control of Israel With Military Aid'

MK Danon fires back at US criticism of Jerusalem building, after White House cites Iron Dome in spat with Netanyahu.

Herzog Blasts Netanyahu Over Spat with Washington

Opposition leader has sharp criticism for Netanyahu after White House spokesman blasts PM for critcizing American values.

Barkat: Formula One an Appropriate Answer to Int'l Criticism

Jerusalem Mayor: Second annual Formula One is especially important now that Israel is facing criticism over construction in its capital.

Rivlin: Jerusalem is Our Capital, the World Must Understand That

Amid a spat with Washington over construction in Jerusalem, PM Netanyahu and President Rivlin meet to discuss Netanyahu's visit to U.S.

Jerusalem Celebrates Japanese Culture

Municipality to hold week-long events celebrating Japanese cuisine, martial arts, music and movies as two nations strengthen ties.

Netanyahu: Criticism of Construction is Against American Values

In CBS interview, Prime Minister Netanyahu says he is "baffled" by U.S. condemnation of Israeli plans to build in Jerusalem.

Over One Million People Visit Western Wall Over High Holidays

Huge crowds visit Jewish holy site in ten days between Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur.

New Jerusalem Shuttle 'Strengthens Jewish Presence in Jerusalem'

Good news for tourists and locals alike as shuttles between the First Station Complex and the Old City come to Jerusalem.

U.S. Responds to Netanyahu: We Have the Facts

State Department spokeswoman dismisses Netanyahu's statement that Washington didn't have the facts when it condemned Jerusalem construction.

Ya'alon: We'll Build in Jerusalem And Won't Apologize for It

Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon clarifies that Israel will continue to build in Jerusalem despite international criticism over the move.

France Condemns Israel Over Jerusalem Construction

French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius says new construction in Givat Hamatos is a "direct threat" to the two-state solution.

US Slammed for Calling Israeli Land Purchase 'Occupation'

Strong criticism leveled on White House 'harsh rhetoric' against Jerusalem housing plans, and false use of term 'occupation.'

Netanyahu Hits Back at US Criticism in Foreign Press

PM says criticism of Jewish home buying would 'cause uproar' if not in Jerusalem to world press - hasn't spoken in Israeli media for years.

Fatah Terrorists in Shootouts in and Around Jerusalem

Abbas's Fatah firing not only on Jews but also at each other in Jerusalem area; lawlessness deepens with prevalence of illegal arms.

Barkat: US Entitled to its Opinion, But Building Will Continue

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat said he was not concerned over US criticism of construction in Jerusalem.

Netanyahu: I Can't Tell a Jew Not to Live in Jerusalem

Prime Minister Netanyahu dismisses Washington's criticism over construction in Jerusalem, says Jews should not be discriminated against.

U.S.: Jerusalem Construction 'Poisons' the Atmosphere

State Department uses unusually harsh language when criticizing Israel’s approval of 2,610 homes in Jerusalem.

Watch: Arabs Attack Jerusalem Day Care Center

Arab rioters unleash fireworks, firebombs and rocks at Jewish children on Mount of Olives, as Aharonovich blamed for security 'collapse.'

Victory for Jewish Jerusalem

Dozens of Jewish Families Move into Silwan Despite Arab Riots

Eleven apartments legally bought by Jerusalem-based organization; anti-Jewish riots injure one policeman.

Thousands Attend Memorial for Ovadia Yosef

A year after the passing of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, a memorial service was held for him Sunday night.

Jewish Worshippers Ambushed by Arabs in Vicious Jerusalem Attack

Victim of Arab attack over Rosh Hashanah says police nowhere to be found, claims victims of terror no longer able to defend themselves.

New Jerusalem Project to Provide 50,000 Jobs

Jerusalem's “front gate” is set to get a major upgrade in the coming years, with a one billion dollar investment.

Watch: Arab Gunmen Fire Automatic Weapons in Jerusalem Suburb

Growing lawlessness in Arab-majority sections of Jerusalem once again illustrated in open show of force by Fatah terrorists.

Arutz Sheva exclusive

Netanyahu and Barkat's 'Jerusalem Disengagement' - by 2030?

Councilman Arieh King exposes 'de facto division' of the capital, with all the figures behind his prediction of an Arab majority by 2030.

Barkat Promises 'Zero Tolerance' on Arab Rioting

Jerusalem's Mayor pledges to combat rioting as violence continues to rise - but critics say local authorities not doing enough.

Jerusalem Passes Landmark Arab Building Project

Hareidi parties leave hall letting project giving contiguous Arab control over eastern Jerusalem pass, threatening capital's demography.

Seven Indictments Filed Against Arab Rioters in Jerusalem

Four adults and three minors charged with rioting and assaulting police officers as unrest in Jerusalem continues.

Jerusalem Residents Protest 'Life Under Terror'

Interior Security Minister Yitzhak Aharonovitch taken to task in angry protests against 'reign of terror' in Jerusalem.

'Silent Intifada' Continues as Jerusalem Man Wounded by Rocks

44-year-old moderately wounded by large rocks hurled at his car by Arabs, leaving him with wounds to the face, eye, jaw and teeth.

Rioters in Jerusalem as Young as Nine Years Old

Arab children joining in violent riots, rock and firebomb attacks, as police crackdown on 'silent intifada' in the capital.

Watch: Arab Rioters Shoot at Soldiers in Jerusalem

Video captures Hamas supporters in Shuafat neighborhood firing on Border Patrol post with homemade semi-automatic weapon.

Jerusalem Mayor Barkat's Arab Building Spree Exposed

Councilman Aryeh King says Barkat giving green light to legal and illegal Arab building, Church control over King David's Tomb.

Wrong Turn in Jerusalem Leads Family to Arab Ambush

Family enters Wadi Joz, where Arabs block their path and rain rocks and bricks on the car before they escape 'by a miracle.'

MK Feiglin Warns of a New Intifada in Jerusalem

The abandonment of the Temple Mount and the lackluster results of Operation Protective Edge are coming home to roost, says MK.

Israel Charges Police Officer with Beating Palestinian American

Border Policeman charged with beating the cousin of a murdered Israeli Arab after arresting him for attacking police officers.

Police: Fireworks Are the New Weapon of Choice for Rioters

Jerusalem police spokesman says Muslim Ramadan holiday began wave of riots, arrests; 130 policemen injured since June.

Jerusalem ISIS-Linked Group Threatens to Kill Twitter Employees

Jihadi group urges attacks against Twitter headquarters if the company keeps shutting down ISIS supporting accounts.

Security Officials Vow Crackdown on Arab Riots in Jerusalem

Internal Security Minister and Jerusalem District Police Chief visit latest attack site, but stop short of labeling incident as 'terror.'

Call to Cut Jerusalem Arab Housing Plan that 'Rewards Criminals'

Former mayoral candidate Moshe Leon demands re-debate on plan threatening demographic balance and giving 'prize' to illegal Arab building.

Shabak Report: Terror Attacks in Jerusalem Jump Exponentially

Terror attacks in Jerusalem spiked dramatically over the past few months, an Israel Security Service report Monday said.

New Sports Stadium in Jerusalem Expected to Boost Tourism

480 million shekel spent on Hapayis Hall; Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat says city is 'back to leading Israel as the center of culture.'

Arab Rock Terror Limits Jerusalem Light Rail

A mere 16 out of 23 trains remain operational due to repeated rock attacks, leading to lessened frequency of transport for the capital.

Jerusalem Councilman Dismissed After Opposing Arab Building

'Leftist' Mayor Barkat dismisses Aryeh King for petitioning housing plans he charges threaten balance of capital.

Jerusalem to Build 2,500 Housing Units in Arab Neighborhoods

Shortly after Netanyahu freezes exact number of units for Jews, leftist group approves tenders for Arabs - sparking nationalist outrage.

Infant Among Two Wounded in Rock and Firebomb Attacks

Three-year-old girl lightly wounded by rock attack in Jerusalem's Shuafat, bus driver wounded by molotov cocktail in Samaria.

NY Republican Candidate Visits the Old City of Jerusalem

NY Republican candidate Bruce Blakeman visits the Jewish communities of eastern Jerusalem, concludes tour at the Kotel.

NY Congressional Hopeful Continues High Profile Visit to Israel

GOP candidate meets with yet more top officials, as solidarity trip comes to an end.

IDF Destroys Launcher Used to Fire Rockets at Jerusalem

The Israeli Air Force targets and destroys the rocket launcher from which rockets were fired at Jerusalem earlier in the day.

Hamas Rockets Target Jerusalem Area

Capital region comes in for nighttime rocket salvo; at least one rocket shot down by Iron Dome.