Temple Mount

As Knesset prepares for debate

Riots on the Temple Mount Injure Two Police Officers

Muslim Arab rioters attack police forces after the Rambam Gate was opened to visitors; Mount closed to Jewish visitors.

MK Cabel asked Feiglin: are You the Messiah?

Knesset debate kindles discussion of biblical promise to the Jewish people – going back to Abraham.

Congressmen Get 'Jewish Treatment' on Temple Mount

Senator Bill Johnson (R-OH) and Congressman David McKinley (R-WV) undergo invasive security checks reserved for Jews.

Al-Aqsa is a 'Red Line', Warns Sheikh

“We will not give up even one grain of Al-Aqsa, since the Jews have no connection to it,” declares head of the Supreme Muslim Council.

MK Feiglin Ascends Temple Mount for First Time Since Police Ban

MK Moshe Feiglin was not allowed into the Mount since April 2013. The ban was lifted following negotiations.

MK to Schulz: Temple Mount Proves This Land Is Ours

MK Levi, former Jerusalem police chief, speaks after European Parliament head, 'archaeology in Temple Mount proves land ours.'

Police Recommend to Indict Former Chief Rabbi Metzger

Investigation completed, provides evidence that Rabbi Metzger guilty of corruption by giving favors for millions of shekels.

Temple Mount: Police 'Collaborating with Islamists'

Jewish groups slam police for surrendering to terror threats after banning Jews from Temple Mount.

Arab MK Gets off with Warning over 'Circus' of Abuse

Arab MK Zahalka gets off with tongue-lashing from Ethics Committee, after he and other Arab MKs disrupted committee meeting.

Outrage on Temple Mount: Strip Searches and Arrests

Three Jews arrested for having Israeli flag, another expelled from holiest site in brutal police operation. Others hit by Waqf.

Again: Hamas Cell Nabbed on Temple Mount

16 arrested as police nab terror cell that attacked Jews, worked to strengthen Hamas presence in Jerusalem.

‘Govt. to Split Jerusalem – Where are the Rabbis?’

Rabbi Yisrael Ariel wonders at fellow rabbis’ silence over plan to give away Jerusalem holy sites.

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Waqf Blocked Harper 'because of Jewish Bodyguards'

The Muslim Waqf reportedly vetoed Canadian PM's planned tour of the Temple Mount, because some of his guards are Jews.

Islamic Waqf Revises History: 'Temple Mount, Kotel are Muslim'

Muslim group supervising Temple Mount makes new claims: King Solomon was Muslim, and the Western Wall is holy to Islam.

Former Canadian Minister 'Shocked' by Visit to Temple Mount

Stockwell Day, a former Canadian minister who visited the Temple Mount, was shocked to see the discrimination towards Jews.

Muslim Authorities Filling Temple Mount with Trash Cans

The mystery of the Waqf's drilling into pavement on the Mount is solved. Temple Activists worried.

Temple Mount: Jewish Woman Barred Over 'Muslim' Dress Code

Police keep Jewish woman off Temple Mount for wearing modest skirt deemed 'too short' by the Waqf; 'it’s their decision'.

Temple Mount Desecration: 'The Public Needs to Know'

Member of committee to preserve Temple Mount antiquities demands that secret report on Waqf be published - for the sake of the public.

Police Ban Dried Fruit on Temple Mount

Taking anti-Jewish enforcement to new lengths, police decide dried fruit constitute 'forbidden Jewish symbols' on Tu Bishvat.

48 Besieged 'Palestinian Refugees' Starve in Syria

Al-Yarmouk camp besieged by Syrian army for months, death toll up to 48 as PA Arabs protest on Temple Mount.

Caught on Camera

Exposed: Waqf Illegally Drilling on Temple Mount

Temple Mount activist catches Waqf officials vandalizing Judaism's holiest site.

Man gets 4 Months for Temple Mount Attack

Man who took part in Muslim mob’s violent attack on police gets just four months in jail after reaching plea bargain.

Former MK Eldad: Time to Treat the Temple Mount Like a Holy Site

Former MK slams government's conduct with respect to the Temple Mount, after secret report reveals serious Israeli failures since 1967.

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.

Treatment of Temple Mount Artifacts ‘A Disgrace’

MKs discuss the mistreatment of Jewish historical artifacts on the Temple Mount; Feiglin says neglect the result of 'emotional disconnect'.

Jordanian Anger over Israel’s Temple Mount Security

Jordan outraged at installation of security cameras following attacks, accuses Israel of violating Muslim religious freedom.

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.

Islamic Movement Leader: Temple Mount for Muslims Only

After riot Friday by Muslim worshippers, Sheikh calls to defend Mount for exclusively Muslim worship, prevent Third Temple.

Islamic Movement: All Negev Lands Belong to Islam

Extremist movement claims that MKs, representatives participated in 'Day of Rage' protests on their behalf.

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'.

PA Official: Jews 'Defile' Al-Aqsa (Temple Mount)

In wake of continued anti-Semitism on Mount, PA official claims Jews make Judaism's holiest site 'impure.'

Temple Mount Closes After Jewish Visitors Sing Hanukkah Songs

Despite it being the site of the Hanukkah miracle - the defeat of Zionists over Greek invaders - police shut down Temple Mount for Jews.

Salah: Knesset Has No Right to Discuss the Temple Mount

Islamist sheikh Raed Salah says Israel wants equal prayer arrangement on Temple Mount.

Hanukkah at Temple Institute: Working to Rebuild the Temple

Temple Institute Rabbi Yisrael Ariel, in Hanukkah speech announces work on a 'Kohen' school, to be ready for rebuilt Temple.

Mufti: Jerusalem is 'Islamic'

Friday, November 22, declared a special day of support for the Al Aqsa mosque.

Islamists Threaten: Al Aqsa is 'a Volcano'

Islamic Movement concerned Israel will divide the Temple Mount to Jewish and Arab areas, opposed to equal prayer rights on the Mount.

Hamas: New Terror War ‘A Matter of Time’

Hamas joins Fatah’s Martyrs’ Brigade in calling for an ‘intifada’ terror war over Jewish visits to Temple Mount.

Insults, Threats as Arab MKs Disrupt Temple Mount Session

Debate over law to finally grant Jews the right to pray at their holiest site sparks angry response from Muslim MKs.

Groundbreaking Law to Facilitate Jewish Prayer on Temple Mount

Bayit Yehudi advances monumental new bill to ensure regular prayer hours for Jews on the Temple Mount; first since 1967.

Discrimination Against Jews Continues at the Temple Mount

Israeli Police continue to prevent Jews from visiting Judaism's holiest site. Witness: we were humiliated because we were Jews.

Police Tighten Restrictions on Jews at Temple Mount

Head of Temple Mount Heritage Fund Yehuda Glick declares hunger strike, says: "The Temple Mount is my whole life."

Ancient Ritual Bath near Temple Mount to be Back in Use

An ancient mikve (ritual bath) near the Temple Mount will be renovated and reopened for use by women who wish to ascend the Temple Mount.

Jordanian Minister: No Israeli Flag on Temple Mount

Minister of Sacred Properties warns of diplomatic consequences to actions that “provoke 1.7 billion Muslims.”

Campaign Tells Jews: Visit the Temple Mount!

A new campaign aims to encourage Jews to visit the Temple Mount.

Muslim Cleric: Israel Trying to Destroy Al-Aqsa

The day on which Muslims will wake up and find the Al-Aqsa mosque gone is coming, warns cleric.

Temple Mount: Jews Arrested for Praying, Waving Israeli Flag

Jewish activists continue to challenge ban on Jewish prayer at Judaism's holiest site, slam police "weakness."

Jews Arrested for Allegedly Daring to Pray on Temple Mount

Rabbi and activist are violently arrested for allegedly praying at Judaism's holiest site.

Why do the Jews Fear the Muslims on the Temple Mount?

Star of David Not Allowed on Temple Mount

Cops forced a Magen David Adom volunteer to remove his jacket with the organization’s emblem before entering the Temple Mount.

Dozens of Hareidim Ascend Temple Mount

Rabbi Yitzchak Brand ascended along with dozens of followers and their families, to pray at the holiest Jewish site

Video: Jewish Bride Visits the Temple Mount

Watch a bride visiting the Temple Mount on her wedding day and receiving a blessing from the kohen.

Police Video: Hail of Rocks from inside Mosque

A video shot by police shows how Arabs defile their own mosque by turning it into a battleground.

Jews Banned from Temple Mount after One Hour

Dozens of Jews who hoped to ascend holy site turned back, disappointed – but there is some good news.

MK Feiglin: Catastrophe is On the Way

"We do not have time," says maverick Likud MK, who predicts that next year, he will sit in the prime ministerial sukkah.

Repeat Performance: Jews Banned from the Temple Mount

Activists say police have failed in their duty to secure Jewish visits, call for shared prayer arrangements to prevent discrimination.

Hundreds of Children Set to Visit Temple Mount

Hundreds of children and teenagers are expected to arrive at the Temple Mount Tuesday, on an educational tour of Judaism's holiest site.

MK Regev: Ahmed Tibi A 'Traitorous Trojan Horse'

Likud MK Miri Regev slams Arab MK who said Jews should not be allowed to "contaminate" the Temple Mount.

Arab MK: Prevent Jews from ‘Contaminating’ Temple Mount

MK Ahmed Tibi compares Jews to Crusaders and calls to keep them off the Temple Mount. ‘Al Aqsa for Muslims only.’

Arabs Attack Police on Temple Mount

Two policemen were slightly hurt by rocks. Visits to Mount are continuing.

Feiglin Challenges Waqf Control over Temple Mount

Likud MK rejects police letter claiming an official "government decision" to hand control over Temple Mount to Islamic authorities.