Temple Mount

Watch: US Congressman Harassed By Islamists on Temple Mount

Republican Congressman Dennis Ross comes face-to-face with shrieking Muslim extremists during a tour of Judaism's holiest site.

New Muslim Provocation: Al Aqsa Buffet

Islamists offer a hearty breakfast for free to worshipers on the Temple Mount – in breach of the law.

Watch: Arab Children Harass Jewish Visitors to Temple Mount

New tactic: Islamists encourage kids to shout 'Allahu Akbar', wave PLO flags in faces of Jewish visitors to Temple Mount; police do nothing.

Watch: Waqf Guard Assaults Jew on Temple Mount, Isn't Arrested

Members of Jewish group fuming after Jordanian Waqf guard punches, kicks Jew, and accompanying police do nothing about it.

1,500 'Circle the Temple Gates' in Driving Rain

On the first day of every month, Jews joyfully circle the Temple Mount – and on Adar the occasion is even merrier, despite the rain.

Is the PA Trying to Renew Temple Mount Terror?

Top PA religious leaders claim Al-Aqsa Mosque 'threatened' by Israel, renewing calls that led to terror wave in October and November.

Yehuda Glick's Son Arrested on Temple Mount

Hillel Glick, son of famous Temple Mount rights activist, Yehuda Glick, arrested on the Mount Sunday by Jerusalem District Police.

Israeli Arrested on Temple Mount for Answering Islamic Hecklers

Prof. Yoel Elitzur was arrested Thursday for saying 'Hashem Hu Ha-Elokim' in response to Islamists who shouted 'Allahu Akbar' at him.

Jewish Teens Attacked on Temple Mount Spend Night in Jail

Six Jews, 5 of them minors, were arrested Sunday on Temple Mount after Muslim Waqf men cursed and attacked them.

Jordan Returns Ambassador to Israel

After pulling envoy over 'violations' at Temple Mount, where its Waqf imposes discrimination against Jews, Jordan returns ambassador.

Yishai Collapses Otzma Yehudit Talks by Banning Temple Mount

In shocking last minute demands, Yishai's party demands Otzma Yehudit enter coalition at cost of ideology for yeshiva budgets.

Preacher Indicted for 'Slaughter Jews' Speech on Temple Mount

Muslim preacher said on holiest site in Judaism 'time has come to kill you Jews, with God's help we'll destroy you.'

Gazan Hamas-Supporters Burn French Flag on Temple Mount

Israel lets nearly 200 Gazans protest Charlie Hebdo's cartoon after Paris massacre, fly Hamas banners on Temple Mount.

Israel Allows Gazans to Pray at Al-Aqsa

185 Palestinian Arabs from Gaza allowed by Israeli authorities to travel to Jerusalem for Friday prayers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque.

Danino: Temple Mount an 'Existential Threat to Israel'

Police Chief calls visits to the holiest site in Judaism 'dangerous as Iranian nuclear weapons,' over threat to discriminatory status quo.

Watch: Yehuda Glick Takes On the BBC

Veteran Temple Mount activist locks horns with BBC presenter on 'HARDtalk' program; 'Why is it provocative to talk about human rights'?

Tibi Hoists PLO Flag on Temple Mount

MK Ahmed Tibi raises PLO flag on Temple Mount, calls it a 'place of worship for Muslims' and Jerusalem 'capital of Arab Palestine.'

Islamic Bloc Head to Visit Temple Mount - Good for 'Occupation'?

OIC secretary general set to visit Abbas then Jerusalem next Monday; PA and Hamas divided over if such a move hurts or helps 'occupation.'

Jordan Arrests Cleric for Advocating Jewish Temple Mount Prayer

Jordanian preacher Sheikh Yassin Al-Ajlouni forced to retract statements, then arrested by authorities.

Turkish PM: Israel 'Reducing the Islamic Character' of Jerusalem

Ahmet Davutoglu says he backs Palestinian Arabs in their efforts to oppose Israeli attempts to "reduce the Islamic character" of Jerusalem.

In Pictures: Hundreds Witness 'Hanukkah Miracle' in Jerusalem

Hundreds gathered in Jerusalem to witness history as Menorah lit using pure olive oil to Temple standards for first time in 2,000 years.

Giulio Meotti Lights a Menorah at the Arch of Titus

The candles lit at the site where Rome commemorated its victory over the Jews are a symbol of Jewish renewal in the face of anti-Semitism.

Temple Mount Org.: Jordanian Cleric's Support a Positive Step

Temple Institute head Rabbi Chaim Richman says Muslim cleric's 'bold' support for Jewish prayer rights on Mount is 'extremely positive.'

Muslim Scholar Calls for Jewish Place of Worship on Temple Mount

Jordanian Salafi cleric makes surprising ruling, notes Jewish presence pre-Islam and says 'Israelites' should thus be given a right to pray.

Cops Detain Temple Mount Visitor Over Fruit Knife

An Israeli youth who ascended the Temple Mount Sunday has been arrested and is being held overnight, to be released Monday.

Video Shows Extreme Sport Performance on Top of Al Aqsa Mosque

Jewish visits to Temple Mount may be deemed a 'provocation' by Muslim authorities, but using the Al Aqsa Mosque for extreme sports is a-OK.

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'God Gave Me My Life Back to Continue With My Mission'

Even bullets won't stop him: Yehuda Glick explains why he's more determined than ever to fight for Temple Mount rights.

Woman Banned from Temple Mount Over Grape Juice

Police banned a woman from entering the Temple Mount because they found a bottle of grape juice in her possession. Court cancelled the ban.

The real deal?

Next Week: A Modern-Day Hanukkah Miracle

Next week history will be made as experts reveal - and light - a batch of pure olive oil precisely as it was used in the Temple.

Glick Files Complaint Against Al-Aqsa Hate Sheikh

Temple Mount activist and survivor demands police investigate Sheikh who called to 'slaughter Jews' on Temple Mount.

Yehuda Glick Receives Human Rights Award

Glick receives award for work for Jewish prayer rights on Temple Mount from Im Tirzu, who say 'human rights' are not exclusive to the Left.

Poll: Most Palestinian Arabs Support Recent Terror Wave

An overwhelming majority of Palestinian Arabs support the recent spate of terrorist attacks against Israelis, new poll finds.

Watch: PA Minister of Religion Incites with Temple Libel

After PA sharia judge says Abbas is inciting religious war, PA minister accuses Israel of 'destroying Al-Aqsa' in blatant incitement.

Preacher in Al Aqsa: We Will Slaughter You Jews

Blatant incitement against Jews on Temple Mount sees preacher claim Jews are 'abominable,' with growing audience.

Watch: Jews Defy Islamists on the Temple Mount

What did one group of Jewish visitors do when confronted by a gang of Muslim extremists?

Putin Calls Crimea Russia's 'Temple Mount'

While slamming western sanctions, Putin says annexed Crimea is sacred to Russians 'as Temple Mount is to Muslims and Jews.'

Temple Mount Ban Against Yehuda Glick Upheld

Jerusalem court rejects petition of distancing order on activist who recently survived shooting, cites charges of assault he firmly denies.

Glick: Police Need to Take Incitement More Seriously

Yehuda Glick says more needs to be done to combat the incitement by Arabs against Jews who try to pray on the Temple Mount.

Police Chief Appeals to Tourists: Return to Jerusalem

Commissioner Danino asks Israelis to go back to living life normally in the Holy City but admits situation is tense.

Former Shin Bet Chief Slams Netanyahu as 'Egomaniac'

Former Israel Security Agency chief Carmi Gillon attends leftist protest, says Israel led "by a bunch of pyromaniacs".

Indictment: Islamists Planned to Attack Feiglin, Glick

Arab rioters allegedly planned targeted attack on Likud MK Feiglin, Temple Mount rights activist Glick - the day before Glick was shot.

Danino Vows to Ban Nationalist MKs from Ascending Temple Mount

Police Commissioner refuses to back down from statements supporting discriminatory 'status quo' on Judaism's holiest site.

Danino Not Backing Down from Temple Mount Statements

Police Commissioner says his criticism of MKs who visit the Temple Mount was only directed at those who make their visits public.

Edelstein Demands Reprimand for Danino Over Temple Mount Remarks

Edelstein fires back at Aharonovich over Danino's stance against MKs ascending Temple Mount, says 'it is not his place to give advice.'

Report: Waqf Building Illegally on Temple Mount - Again

Jordanian Waqf assembles generator on the Mount without permits, architect reveals in special Arutz Sheva interview.

Barkat Admits 'Personal Security Eroded in Jerusalem'

'We've gone through worse,' says Barkat of terror wave, commits to discriminatory 'status quo' on Temple Mount forbidding Jewish prayer.

Law to Ban Islamist Gangs from Temple Mount

Aharonovich advances bill to blacklist Hamas-linked Islamist groups who harass Jews, attack police on Judaism's holiest site.

Police Chief Against Right-Wing Visits to Temple Mount

Danino says MKs like Feiglin should be banned from Mount, after attorney general orders to let them up in accordance with Israeli law.

Ariel Cancels Temple Mount Visit Over Security

Housing Minister cancels semi-annual visit due to terror in Jerusalem - and after Shin Bet request to reconsider.

Once Again, The Temple Mount is the Heart of the Matter

Turkish Governor Threatens to Turn Synagogue into Museum

Storm erupts once again in Turkey over anti-Semitic comments made by another high-profile official in 'revenge' for Temple Mount clashes.

Unrestricted Arab Access to Temple Mount to Continue Friday

Israeli police indicate they do not plan to bar young Muslim worshippers from Friday prayers at Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque.

It's Time to Annex the Temple Mount

'The Muslims Don't Understand - We Don't Want Al-Aqsa'

Ramat Gan Chief Rabbi explains Al-Aqsa Mosque is outside the Temple boundaries, but Islam's focus on force prevents coexistence.

Exclusive

A Candid Interview with Economy Minister Naftali Bennett

Bennett speaks to Arutz Sheva about terrorism, deterrence, Temple Mount, Lapid, upcoming elections, and relationship with Uri Ariel.

Satmar Rebbe Blames Massacre on Jews Visiting Temple Mount

Satmar Rebbe blames observant Jews ascending Temple Mount for Har Nof massacre, says it 'costs lives.'

Why I Believe Jews should go to the Temple Mount

Status Quo? The Dome of the Rock was Built for Jews

In final installment of 3-part series on the Temple Mount, we take a look at a lesser-known aspect of the history of the Dome of the Rock.

Yehuda Glick Recalls Assassination Attempt for the First Time

Ashkenazic Chief Rabbi David Lau visits Temple Mount activist Yehuda Glick in hospital; 'together we will offer thanksgiving in the Temple.'

Poll: Glick Shooting Sparks More Support for Temple Mount Visits

Survey reveals that far from discouraging Jews from visiting the Temple Mount, shooting of Yehuda Glick has only made them more determined.