Temple Mount

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.

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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.

Police Promise: No More Soccer Games on Temple Mount

At long last, said Public Security Minister Yitzchak Ahronovich, police will enforce the law banning soccer games on Judaism's holiest site.

Reviving an Ancient Tradition in Judaism's Holiest Place

Temple Institute's Rabbi Chaim Richman explains his group's latest initiative to revive the Temple Mount pilgrimage.

Mufti of Jerusalem: Al-Aqsa is in Danger

Mufti of Jerusalem calls on Muslims to come out en masse to the Al-Aqsa Mosque and "protect" it from "the occupation."

Fatah Declares War over Temple Mount: ‘Green Light’ on Terror

While Fatah head Abbas talks to Israel, Fatah’s armed wing declares war over Jewish visits to the Temple Mount.

Ancient Golden Treasure Found at Foot of Temple Mount

"Ophel Treasure” apparently includes oldest Torah ornament ever found: medallion with Menorah, Torah and Shofar etchings

Kotel Rabbi’s Horror at Temple Mount Riots

Kotel rabbi says the world should condemn Muslim rioters’ attempt to force Jews from holy site.

Stun Grenades at Temple Mount Rioters

Police arrest 15 rock-throwing Islamist rioters at Al Aqsa Mosque.

Temple Mount: Arabs Pelt Jewish Visitors with Stones

Police forces enter Temple Mount compound immediately after Muslims began throwing rocks at Jewish visitors.

Islamic Movement Head Raed Salah Arrested for Incitement

Islamic Movement leader arrested over calls for Muslims to physically prevent Jews from visiting the Temple Mount.

Sheikh to Israeli Arabs: Block Jews With your Bodies

Israeli-Arab Muslim leader issues “call to arms” to stop Jews from praying on the Temple Mount.

Area Near Al-Aqsa Mosque Collapses

An area collapsed near the western wall of the Al-Aqsa Mosque late Tuesday. Arabs blamed Israel.

Anti-Semitic Slurs by Morsi Protesters on the Temple Mount

Crowds of Muslim worshipers demonstrated on the Temple Mount against Egyptian leader el-Sisi, accusing him of treason and assisting "Jews."

Gov't Refuses to Clarify Position on Temple Mount Discrimination

In Knesset session, Temple groups demanded to know if Jews would be allowed onto the Mount during the high holidays.

Ministry of Interior Affairs Hearing on Temple Mount Prayer

Director for Religious Services hopes to grant religious sovereignty to all who wish to pray on the Temple Mount.

Feiglin: I Won't Let Up on Temple Mount

MK Moshe Feiglin: MKs must keep up the pressure on Netanyahu in order to restore Israeli sovereignty on the Temple Mount.

Feiglin Declares 'It's Time to Flood the Temple Mount'

Feiglin: If the Right does not fight for the Temple Mount, it will be given over to Islam.

'The Israeli Government Has Surrendered the Temple Mount'

Activists call for mass-protests after police say Judaism's holiest site will be closed to Jews at least until after Ramadan, on August 11.

Jordanian King Pledges to Fight "Judaization of Jerusalem"

Temple Institute head laments: "The gov't is not asserting the authority and sovereignty of the Jewish people in our homeland."