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."

Deputy FM Forced to Cancel Temple Mount Visit

The day after Tisha B'Av, Deputy Foreign Minister Elkin tried to visit the Temple Mount but was asked to leave amid threats by Arabs.

Muslim Anger over Virtual ‘Third Temple’

A website with a simulation of a Third Temple has been met with an angry backlash from the Arab and Muslim world.

Feiglin: No "Palestinian Nation"

Likud MK says Israel is losing its own legitimacy by acknowledging “Palestinian” rights to the Jews' land

Minister Ariel Surprised Temple Mount Security

Housing Minister showed up unannounced at Mount, prompting a warning from Public Security minister.

Temple Mount Imam Threatens US, Europe

During sermon last Friday, Temple Mount imam threatens: “The Caliphate shall return... We desire to cleanse it of the impure.”

MK Feiglin to Minister: Admit You Fear the Waqf

Storm in the Knesset as Public Security Minister is challenged to explain why Jews can't pray on Temple Mount

Visit the Temple Mount - Online

New website offers a fascinating virtual tour of the holiest, and most politically-charged, site in Israel

MK Ben Dahan Vows to Enable Temple Mount Prayer

Deputy Religions Minister: How can it be that Jews are forbidden to pray on Temple Mount on Tisha B'Av?

Tisha B'Av: Jews Banned from Temple Mount

Jews banned from ascending one day after a Muslim mob attacked a previous group. Activist: decision "a reward to Islamic terror"

"We Will Correct This Disgrace"

Activists promise to step-up Temple Mount campaign after annual Tisha B'Av March delayed due to Ramadan

Muslim Extremists Force Jews From Temple Mount

Hundreds of pilgrims forced from Judaism's holiest site by Muslim mob. Activist: "Police failed to carry out their duties again"

MK Feiglin: Let Me Pray

Maverick MK fights for religious freedom, challenges authorities' use of vague "security concerns" to limit Jewish prayer on Temple Mount

Rabbinic Outrage Over Muslim Vandalism at Cave of Patriarchs

A leading rabbi in the government has expressed outrage over destruction of Jewish holy articles at the Cave of the Patriarchs by Muslims.

Squandering Grace

PA Police In Jerusalem to 'Help Out' With Ramadan Crowds

Israel authorized Palestinian Authority police to enter areas of Jerusalem under Israeli sovereignty to 'help out' with Ramadan crowds

Sneak Peak: Temple Institute's Visitors' Center

The Temple Institute's new Visitors' Center is preparing to open its doors. Arutz Sheva gets a first glance.

Has the Temple Mount become a Theme Park?

Temple Institute says Islamists are turning the Mount into a site for fun and games, to attract Muslim pilgrims.

Police Warn Jewish Children for Bowing on Temple Mount

Jewish children split up to avoid angering Muslim worshipers. Tour guides say they were threatened with arrest.

Anger over Continued Temple Mount Discrimination

Activists furious at police attempts to delay traditional Jewish march in deference to Muslim worshippers. "Why can't they pray later?"

Tisha B'Av: "When will the Mourning Stop?"

Temple Institute video seeks to reframe the traditional Jewish day of mourning over the loss of the Two Temples in Jerusalem.

Jab at John Kerry?

Minister Ariel: Emissaries are Telling 'Tall Tales'

Housing Minister: between the Jordan River and the Mediterranean Sea, there will be only one state

Court Allows Jew to Pray at Gate to the Temple Mount

A faithful Jew prays regularly at the gateway to the Temple Mount, and now has the right to do so by court mandate.

Men Sentenced for Attempt to Sacrifice Lamb

Two men have been sentenced to 50 hours of service after trying to perform the Passover sacrifice on the Temple Mount.

Rabbi Meidan: Shabak Told Me to Bring Jews to Mount

Rabbi Ya'akov Meidan said that Shabak officials had encouraged him to bring Jews to the Temple Mount, in order to ensure a Jewish presence