Jerusalem

PA Minister: Jihad Should be Directed at Jerusalem, Not Syria

"Jerusalem is still waiting" for jihadists, says PA minister in televised address.

Health Ministry: J-M Bus Depot Most Polluted Site in Israel

Israelis taking the bus from the the Jerusalem Central Bus Depot should stay off the boarding platforms, the Health Ministry said

Medics: Blast Scene was 'Eerily Silent, Like an Earthquake'

Magen David Adom paramedics relate first-hand rescue experiences from the gas balloon explosion in Jerusalem Sunday night.

J'lem Gas Explosion: 'Everything Will Be Investigated'

'Supergas' technician arrested for questioning; he had been called to the building in the evening before the blast.

Jerusalem Gas Tank Explosion Kills Three People

Three people, including a baby, killed in a gas tank explosion in a residential building Jerusalem. 11 injured.

Jerusalem Councilman Urges Muslims: 'Leave Israel'

Nationalist Aryeh King distributes thousands of fliers to Muslim residents of the capital, explains Torah directives.

'Jihad in Jerusalem'

Palestinian Authority Religious Affairs Minister calls for Jihad to move from Syria to Jerusalem in speech; Abbas applauds.

Rival Fatah Terrorists Exchange Fire Just Outside Jerusalem

Power-struggle between factions within Abbas' party leads to automatic weapon fire in 'Area C' villages under full Israeli security control.

Terrorist Stabbing Near Damascus Gate in Jerusalem

30-year-old Hareidi-religious man stabbed in neck on Saturday afternoon, evacuated to hospital. Police hunting Arab youth responsible.

Attackers Who Seriously Wounded Two-Year-Old Girl Could be Freed

Prosecution appeals court decision to release from house arrest two Arab rock-throwers who left infant girl seriously injured.

801 Judea Samaria Housing Units, 600 in Jerusalem

Government announces tenders marketing land for construction in Judea Samaria communities, Jerusalem's Ramat Shlomo neighborhood.

Netanyahu Opposes Framework Dividing Jerusalem

Reports indicate Netanyahu has told senior officials he won't sign any framework agreement dividing up the capital of Israel.

2013 Record Year for Israeli Tourism

Foreign tourist entries up 3% from 2012; December sets monthly record with 24% increase from previous year.

Vicious Anti-Semitic Attack on Jerusalem Light Rail

25-year-old woman struck in the head by Arab attackers in unprovoked assault; victim laments lack of security.

Bennett: No to '67 Lines,' No to Splitting Jerusalem

Bennett slams veiled references to splitting Jerusalem, warns the world, ‘We’re not your experiment.’

Long-Lost Tefillin Waiting for Owner at Ammunition Hill

Forty six years after the Six Day War, ex-soldiers are trying to figure to whom a pair tefillin found on Ammunition Hill belongs.

Stabbing Attack Prevented in Jerusalem

Border Police officers prevent a 16-year-old female Arab terrorist from stabbing a policeman at the Damascus Gate.

EU-Funded NGO Dehumanizes Jews on PA TV

PMW reveals broadcast calling Jews 'crows, rats, foreigners' in Jerusalem, city of 'Arabic and Palestinians.' Funded by EU, World Bank.

Poster of Released Terrorist Hangs in Jerusalem's Old City

Arabs hang a poster featuring the picture of released terrorist Ahmed Khalaf in the middle of the Old City in Jerusalem.

290 Million Shekel Storm Damage in Jerusalem

Mayor Nir Barkat presents figures to Knesset Finance Committee, asks government to cover the damage.

Samaria Community Among Most Expensive in Israel

Jerusalem is not among the top ten most expensive places to buy a home in Israel, according to the survey by the Housing Ministry

Barkat to Cancel Eviction Notice for Bereaved Families' Protest

Jerusalem mayor promises to find way around shock eviction order for protest, praises families for taking a stand against terrorism.

Jerusalem Municipality Boots Bereaved Families' Protest

Tent outside Prime Minister's residence receives eviction notice from Jerusalem municipality; bereaved families in shock.

Protest Against Prisoner Release Outside Prime Minister's House

Bereaved families organize mass protest in front of Binyamin Netanyahu's residence, demanding stop to terrorist releases.

Temple Mount Activist: Only the People Can Stop Desecration

Veteran Temple Mount activist says politicians won't stop Muslim desecration of Judaism's holiest site; answer is popular re-engagement.

Latest 'Trickling Terror,' 2 Jerusalem Arabs Run Over Cop

In latest of series of terror attacks, 2 Jerusalem Arabs arrested after car chase for running over police officer.

US Consulate Tells Employees: Stay Off Sheruts After Bombing

After Bat Yam bus bombing Sunday, US Consulate General releases notice banning employees from riding Sherut shuttles.

Chief Rabbi Visits Religious Zionist Rav Kook House

Rabbi Lau to attend and speak at event this Saturday night on the Torah and love of Eretz Yisrael (the land of Israel).

Feiglin: The 'Right' Has Disappeared From Knesset

Feiglin is only nationalist camp MK to vote for bill against dividing Jerusalem, says right acting in way that led to Gush Katif.

Forecaster Nixes Rumors of Second Snowstorm

Forecaster says no new snowstorm on the horizon. Jerusalem leaders clash over storm ‘mismanagement.’

Deri: 'Nationalist' Government Abandoned Jerusalem

Shas chairman slams Likud and Jewish Home for absence during a vote on a bill prohibiting negotiations over Jerusalem.

Ban on Negotiating Jerusalem Rejected in Preliminary Reading

Bill, which was passed by committee 2 months ago, would have required 80 MKs' approval before making Jerusalem a factor in talks.

Jlem Councilman: ‘Time to Get Back to Normal’

Jerusalem deputy mayor explains controversial decision to reopen schools.

Infiltrators En Route to Bigger Jerusalem Protest

Following highly publicized protest Monday, detained illegal immigrants march again in name of 'human rights.'

Netanyahu Delays IDF Military Academy Plans for Mount Scopus

IDF military academy plans approved in 2012, passed through bureaucracy; Netanyahu delays program - probably for political reasons.

MK Miri Regev: Infiltrators Violate Law in Jerusalem March

MK denounces infiltrator march, portrayal of Israel as violating human rights by implementing new anti-alien laws.

Jerusalem Cleanup Still Underway

Transportation, schools, municipal services slowly return to normal; mayor Nir Barkat praises community efforts in storm's wake.

Despite Snow, Bar Mitzvahs Still Held at Western Wall

Worshippers flock to Jewish holy site despite inclement weather.

Illegal Aliens Flee Detention Center, March To Jerusalem

Illegal immigrants escape new Holot detention center, erected as part of new Infiltrator Law, and march in protest in Jerusalem.

Volunteer Delivers Baby in Snowy Traffic Jam

ZAKA volunteer medic delivers baby on highway 443 traffic jam leading into Jerusalem, mother and baby safe and heatlhy.

Yaalon Helps Woman Whose Car Was Stuck in Jerusalem

A woman whose car was stuck on one of Jerusalem’s snow-covered streets was helped by none other than Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon.

Jerusalem, Judea-Samaria Roads Begin to Reopen

After being stranded for days, passengers begin the exodus home via Route 1, Route 443, trains.

MKs Scramble for Explanations in Storm's Wake

Committee to meet in upcoming days to discuss system failures during the storm, including nationwide power outage.

Peres on Storm: We Also Have What to be Proud Of

President Shimon Peres highlights the "positive" aspect of the snowstorm: the fact that Israelis went all out to help one another.

18,000 Homes in Israel Still Without Power

IEC says 18,000 households remain without power as of Saturday night, including 9,000 customers in Jerusalem.

Jerusalem Bus Traffic Halted for Safety's Sake

Egged buses to and from Holy City, as well as inside it, have been halted again, because of slippery roads.

'Historic' Israeli Snowstorm; Power Outage In Jerusalem

Power outages throughout Israel in storm of 'rare ferocity, thousands of stranded drivers rescued by IDF and police.

Snowed-In Jerusalem Remembers Start of Babylonian Siege 589 BCE

Friday fast day marks beginning of Babylonian siege of Jerusalem and is designated Day of Mourning for Holocaust martyrs.

Barkat Asks IDF and Police to Help Stranded Drivers

Jerusalem Mayor enlists IDF and police to help out the many drivers and cars that have been stranded due to the snow.

Rare Footage of Arab Attack in Eastern Jerusalem

Two Arabs seen throwing molotov cocktail at Israeli security guard, lighting his clothes on fire.

Snow Takes a Short Break, But Will Return in Full Force

After being closed due to snowfall, the main roads to Jerusalem were reopened Thursday afternoon - perhaps temporarily, though.

Israel in White: Your Pictures

As snow descends on Israel's Biblical heartland, Arutz Sheva presents a collection of your pictures from Judea, Samaria and Jerusalem.

School's Out: Snow in Gush Etzion, Samaria and Jerusalem

Snow began falling Wednesday night in Samaria, Gush Etzion, Hevron and Jerusalem. School cancelled in Jerusalem area.

Fighting Spirit: Jerusalem Boy Fighting Cancer Scores Touchdown

10 year old Uriel Wang, who is battling rare form of leukemia, scores touchdown during halftime of Israel Football League game.

Internal Security Minister Promises Crackdown on J'lem Attacks

Internal Security Minister Yitzhak Aharonovich admits increase in anti-Semitic attacks in the capital is a problem: 'it will stop'.

Jerusalem Hopes for End to ‘Ghost Apartments’

Deputy mayor expresses hope that higher taxes will make overseas owners think twice about leaving Jerusalem homes empty.

MK Calls on IDF To Be Gentle With Yeshiva Student Arrests

In light of protests over draft-dodging arrest, MK David Azoulay calls for IDF to proceed with caution in dealing with yeshiva students.

Chabad Rabbi Brings Hanukkah Message of Unity to J'lem Station

Iconic restored Ottomon-era station may be open on Shabbat - but rather than protest, a local synagogue is spreading some Hanukkah joy.

Rock-Throwing Terrorists Target Jerusalem Bus

Arabs hurl rocks at a bus in the Gilo neighborhood of Jerusalem. No injuries reported.

Saudi Arabia: Muslim Authority Threatens War Over Temple Mount

Saudi Arabia's highest Islamic authority blasts Israeli plans for Jewish prayer on Temple Mount, threatens 'religious war'.