Jerusalem

Government Decisions to Strengthen Jerusalem

The government on Sunday authorized a series of steps designed to strengthen Jerusalem

Initiative: Yishai for Mayor of Jerusalem

Former Shas head’s supporters want to make him mayor of Israel’s capital.

What is Jerusalem Day?

What we're grateful for on Jerusalem Day, and seven ways to join the celebration.

Arab March to Jerusalem Planned in Cairo

‘Global March to Jerusalem’ planned for early June.

'What If Exile Never Happened?' Documentary Pulled From BBC

A documentary, which makes highly controversial claims about Jewish history, was unexpectedly pulled from the broadcaster's line-up.

American Friends of Ateret Cohanim to Hold Annual Dinner

The American Friends of Ateret Cohanim will hold its 28th Annual Dinner with keynote speakers Lt. Col. Ralph Peters and Steve Malzberg.

Hamas Slams PA for Postponing Anti-Israel Resolutions

Hamas condemns compromise which says the PA will postpone anti-Israel resolutions in exchange for a UN "investigation" in Jerusalem.

Jordan: Israel Agreed to Allow UN to 'Investigate' in Old City

Jordan says that Israel has agreed to allow UNESCO to "investigate and assess" heritage conservation in Jerusalem's Old City.

Jerusalem Real Estate brings American Jews to Israel

Jerusalem real estate project encourages American Jews to move to Israel.

Facility for Israel State Archives to Be Built in Jerusalem

The Cabinet has decided to build a permanent home for the Israel State Archives in Jerusalem.

Rabbi: Anti-Jewish Police Intimidation in Jerusalem

Young Jewish men targeted in alleged police intimidation campaign in Jerusalem.

Video, Photos: Funeral of Rabbi Yaakov Yosef in Jerusalem

Thousands gathered in Jerusalem for the funeral of Rabbi Yaakov Yosef.

Video: Visit to the Ritual Bath Discovered in Jerusalem

Arutz Sheva TV visits the rare find in Jerusalem: a ritual bath from the Second Temple era.

Rare Second Temple Ritual Purity Pool Discovered in Jerusalem

A rare find in Jerusalem: archaeologists have uncovered a ritual pool from the Second Temple era near a highway construction site.

Right, Left Face Off in Jerusalem: ‘I Hope For Another Nakba’

Right and left face off in Jerusalem as left-wing group calls to give Har Nof land to Arabs.

50 New Jerusalem Homes to Be Built for Holocaust Survivors

Israel's Housing Minister Uri Ariel on Tuesday announced that 50 new homes would be built in east Jerusalem to house Holocaust survivors.

Jews Flock to Jerusalem – Pictures

Jerusalem filled with visitors for the Passover holiday.

Passover Hike to Solomon’s Pools in 'Area A' of Gush Etzion

The Kfar Etzion Field School will introduce Passover tourists to Solomon’s Pools, which supplied water to Jerusalem for nearly 2,000 years.

Obama's 2nd Day: Meeting with Abbas, Speech in Jerusalem

Obama to begin the second day of his visit to Israel and the PA, in which he will meet PA Chairman and deliver a speech in Jerusalem.

Pres. Obama Arrives, Police Hotline 'Live' for Traffic Updates

US President Barack Obama has arrived, and Israel Police have provided a hotline for real-time information about traffic snarl updates.

UN Demands Israel Freeze All Construction in Judea, Samaria

The United Nations has demanded that Israel immediately freeze all construction in Judea, Samaria and significant parts of Jerusalem.

2 Jerusalem Arabs Charged in Foiled Terror Plot

Two Jerusalem Arab men were indicted Monday morning on charges of plotting to carry out a terrorist attack on Jews in the holy city.

New Torah Scroll Written by More Than 200 Thousand Jews

A new Sefer Torah, written by over 200 thousand Jews, was dedicated at the Western Wall.

Rabbi Warns: Neo-Nazis May be Back in Jerusalem

Anti-Semitic graffiti in Jerusalem may be work of Russian neo-Nazi gang.

Obama Effect? Jerusalem Postpones E1-Related Discussion

A week before Obama’s visit, the city of Jerusalem has decided to postpone a meeting to discuss establishing a landfill adjacent to E1.

Memorial Planned for Jerusalem’s Victims of Terrorism

The city of Jerusalem is planning a memorial for local terrorism victims on Ammunition Hill.

Rocks and Firebombs on the Temple Mount

Violence broke out after Friday Muslim prayers.

Muslim Women Block Jews from Temple Mount, Police Intervene

Police were forced to intervene Wednesday morning when Muslim women blocked Jewish tourists from reaching the Temple Mount. The site closed.

Historian: Brave Jews Set Jerusalem’s Borders

Memorial held for 16 slain soldiers who fell in defense of northern Jerusalem. Historian: They created today’s Jerusalem.

Jerusalem Police Fall Flat in 'Price Tag' Cases

Jerusalem police have made arrests in fewer than 20% of 'price tag' cases. Maybe they're looking in the wrong places, say activists

Roman King Herod in Spotlight At New Jerusalem Exhibit

New exhibit at Israel Museum sheds light on life and death of ancient Roman king Herod the Great.

PLO Calls for Boycott of Jerusalem Marathon

PLO claims involvement in the Jerusalem Marathon implies acceptance of Israel's “illegal annexation” of eastern Jerusalem.

EU Reports Jerusalem Construction “Deliberate and Provocative’

The European Union is targeting Jewish construction in Jerusalem, calling it “systematic, deliberate and provocative.”

Jerusalem Mayor Calls for Jonathan Pollard's Release

Jerusalem Mayor Barkat: Jonathan Pollard epitomizes "desire of the Jewish people to be a free people in land of Zion and Jerusalem.”

Jerusalem Marathon May Mean No Daycare

The Jerusalem marathon will leave many preschool teachers unable to reach work, may disrupt daycare.

Livni Objects to Israeli Construction, Says It's 'Provocative'

Livni expresses objection to Israeli construction in E1 and in the northern Jerusalem neighborhood of Ramat Shlomo.

New Kids' Book Tells All on City of David

A new genre of children's literature hopes to bring the story of historic Jerusalem to kids who are just starting to read.

Terrorists Who Set Up Hamas 'Office' in Jerusalem Convicted

A Jerusalem district court judge on Thursday convicted two top Hamas terrorists of security violations

Jerusalem on High Alert over Attack Threat

Security teams are on high alert in Jerusalem following a warning of a planned terrorist attack.

Spanish Author Accepts Israeli Award, Rebuffs Boycott Calls

Acclaimed Spanish writer accepts prestigious Israeli literary award, despite calls from anti-Israel activists to boycott the Jewish state.

Answering Halakhic Questions Online - Benefits and Pitfalls

Rabbis and teachers who answer questions on Jewish law on the Internet gathered to discuss their work and the challenges they face.

Arabs Target Jerusalem Home with Firebombs

Arabs hurled firebombs at a Jewish building in the Abu Tor neighborhood of Jerusalem, just narrowly missing a gas pipe.

Jewish ‘Burka Family’ Missing in Israel After Baby's Death

The hareidi-religious Eida Hareidit organization has joined a search for a hareidi-religious Jerusalem family missing after the baby died.

Kosher Wine Fest Shows Israel's Lead in Field of Wine

Arutz Sheva visits the second annual Wine Seven Two kosher wine exhibition, featuring over 45 Israeli wineries.

Barkat: Netanyahu Has Kept Jerusalem United

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat on Monday endorsed Binyamin Netanyahu for reelection as Prime Minister

Video, Photos: Satmar Rebbe Arrives in Israel

The Satmar Rebbe arrived in Israel on Sunday night and took part in an anti-voting rally in Jerusalem.

Arabs Plan More Tents in New Illegal Outpost

The PA Arabs who set up an illegal outpost north of Jerusalem do not intend to back down, say they will erect more tents.

PA Arabs Set Up Another Outpost

A group of Palestinian Authority Arabs set up an illegal outpost in Beit Iksa north of Jerusalem.

Canadian Network Names Tel Aviv as Israel's Capital

HonestReporting calls on CTV to acknowledge that it erred by referring to Tel Aviv as Israel’s capital instead of Jerusalem.

Eichler: Prosecute Arabs from 'Snowfight'

"Next time they hit Jews, it won't just be with snowballs," warns MK Rabbi Yisrael Eichler.

Hareidi 'Snowfight' Victims: We Feared We Would be Lynched

Two yeshiva students who were viciously attacked last Thursday by a gang of dozens of Arab youths said that they feared for their lives.

New Technology Brings Earthquake Sensors to Jerusalem Schools

The Jerusalem municipality is installing the country's most advanced network of sensors to warn of potential earthquakes.

New Jerusalem Neighborhood Perfect for Olim

Nofei Israel, building in the heart of Jerusalem, is perfect for anyone considering aliyah or searching for the perfect home in Jerusalem.

Glorification of Violence: M75 Snow Missile Made Near Al-Aqsa

A picture has been circulating online Thursday, featuring a snow missile built near the al-Aqsa mosque, with M75 written across it.

Jerusalem of White: Residents Awake to 10 CM of Snow: Photos

Schools throughout the area are closed Thursday. Snow to fall until afternoon. Buses, light rail not running in Jerusalem.

Jerusalem's "Potential Lake" Full, Strong Stream of Water

Arutz Sheva TV visits Jerusalem outskirts Motza Dam, filling with water as the winter storm continues.

Feiglin: Never Mind Yesha, Make Sure We're in Control of Lod

Moshe Feiglin said that before the state imposes Israeli law on Judea and Samaria it should make sure that it is in control of Afula and Lod

MK Landau: 'Coming Back to Jerusalem is Key to Zionism'

Joining a group of Anglo supporters, MK Uzi Landau visited the City of David; stressed the need to maintain a united, undivided Jerusalem.

Police Shoot Terrorist

Arab ‘Taxi Terrorist’ Runs over Policeman

A Jerusalem Arab taxi driver-turned terrorist ran into a Border Police officer, wounding him in his leg. Police shot the driver.

Report: Building 'Starts' in Jerusalem Don't Always Start

A report indicates that while building starts in Jerusalem may appear to be 'healthy,' building 'finishes' were less so .