Temple Mount

Court: No Law Against Jewish Prayer on Temple Mount

A court ordered the release of a Jewish youth who had been arrested on charges of praying on the Temple Mount, saying no crime was committed

Court Awards Damages to Hebron Mother Over False Arrest

The Jerusalem Magistrate’s Court has awarded thousands of shekels in damages to a Hevron mother after her false arrest by police.

Jewish Teens Detained for Bowing on Temple Mount

Four Jewish high school students detained at Judaism’s holiest site; police officer claims they bowed.

Sinai on High Alert, Al Qaeda Sets Up Base

The Egyptian government has declared a high alert in Sinai following a high level of Al Qaeda terrorist activity in the region.

New Palestinian Authority PM Visits Al-Aqsa Mosque

The PA's prime minister Rami Hamdallah became the first PA premier to visit the Al-Aqsa mosque in the Old City of Jerusalem.

Journalists Tour Temple Mount

Leading journalists with religious backgrounds tour Mount, view Muslim desecration.

Abbas: Israel Seeks to Build Holy Temple Instead of Al-Aqsa

PA Chairman accuses Israel of trying to “destroy” the Al-Aqsa Mosque by allowing Jews to pray on the Temple Mount.

Temple Activist: Policeman Said Rock Attacks ‘Not My Job’

Activist describes attacks by Muslim children on Temple Mount. ‘It’s too much.’

Feiglin: Netanyahu Takes Orders from Waqf

Likud MK hopes Coalition Chairman Levin will come around and support him vis-a-vis PM in Temple Mount row.

Hotovely Visits Temple Mount on Eve of Wedding

On the eve of her wedding Monday, MK Tzippy Hotovely ascended the Temple Mount Sunday morning

Likud Punishes Feiglin, Dismisses Him from Knesset Committee

MK Feiglin dismissed from the Knesset’s Education Committee, a punitive action due to his suspending his parliamentary activity.

Police Bar Jews from Temple Mount As Muslims Threaten More Riots

Police barred Jews from entering the Temple Mount after Muslim groups threatened violence over a planned visit by Jewish children.

Police Tell Activist Haivri He's on Temple Blacklist

Activist David Haivri says police have informed him that he may not ascend the Temple Mount.

Abbas Warns Israel Over Al-Aqsa Mosque

"We cannot remain silent" over Israel's alleged "assaults" on the Al-Aqsa Mosque, warns PA Chairman.

Ashton Criticizes Israel Over Beit El and Temple Mount

EU foreign affairs chief Catherine Ashton criticizes Israel over its plan to build in Beit El, as well as tensions on the Temple Mount.

Jordan Summons Israeli Ambassador, Peres Sends Calming Message

President Shimon Peres sends a calming message to Jordan, after it summons the Israeli ambassador over an incident at the Temple Mount.

U.S. Calls for 'Restraint' Over Temple Mount

The United States calls for both Israel and the PA to exercise restraint after the Grand Mufti is arrested for throwing chairs at Jews.

Knesset Speaker: Temple Mount Solution 'by Next Year'

MK Edelstein says preventing MKs from visiting the Temple Mount is a "very grave" matter.

Jordan MPs Demand Expulsion of Israeli Envoy

Jordan MPs unanimously demanded the government expel Israeli ambassador over 'chair throwing' Muslim Mufti.

Muslim Official: We'll Give Up Temple Mount When Messiah Comes

An at-times angry discussion took place in the Knesset Wednesday on the rights of Jews to pray on the Temple Mount

Har HaBayit Should Be a Place of Peace, Not of Riots

Jewish people should be able to pray and celebrate the re-unification of Jerusalem on the Temple Mount.

Islamic Groups Against Likud’s Temple Mount Plans

Muslim groups upset as Likud MKs plan protest trip to the Temple Mount.

Minister's Israel Cap was 'a Victory' over Waqf

Housing Minister Uri Ariel entered the Mount with an Israel flag printed on his cap. Temple groups are proud.

A Rabbinic Group Supports ‘Third Kotel’ Plan

The Beit Hillel rabbinic group throws its weight behind creation of mixed prayer section at the Western Wall.

MK Protests Feiglin Ban with Visit to Temple Mount

MK Shuli Moalem protests MK Feiglin’s Temple Mount ban.

They Stab, We Are Arrested for Praying at Temple Mount

Ministry: Feiglin Off Temple Mount Because of 'Bad Behavior'

The Justice Ministry told MK Moshe Feiglin that he is not allowed to ascend the Temple Mount because of his 'bad behavior' in the past

Temple Mount Groups Give Thanks on Second Passover

Temple Mount groups celebrate the capture of Temple Mount terrorists. Police invited.

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.

Arab Media Outcry as MKs Weigh Jewish Prayer on Temple Mount

MKs consider allowing Jews to pray on the Temple Mount, sparking Arab media outcry over ‘prayers in mosque.’

Police: Muslim Women Arrested for Anti-Jewish Provocation

Muslim women who tried to physically prevent Jews from visiting the Temple Mount were arrested, police say.

Arab Gang Planned to Shoot Up Jewish Visitors on Temple Mount

Israeli officials announced that they had nabbed a gang of Arab terrorists who were planning a terror attack on the Temple Mount

Temple Mount: Jews Strip-Searched to Avoid Israeli Flags

Jewish youths strip-searched to avoid offending Muslim worshipers with Israeli flag.

Islamist Children's Festival on Temple Mount

Muslim extremists say event is held in order to teach their children not to be Israeli.

Memorial Siren Controversy on Temple Mount

Police tried to get Jews off the Temple Mount before siren sounded, Muslim Waqf members upset by standing Jewish visitors.

Israel Nabs Temple Mount Terrorists

Terrorists attacked police in revenge for dropped Koran, used child to smuggle in bomb materials.

‘End Muslim Women’s Provocations on Temple Mount’

Temple Mount activists seek action on Muslim women’s anti-Jewish protests.

Lebanese Daily Renews Age-Old Jewish Blood Libel

Lebanese daily publishes article claiming that Jews eat matzah made with blood of non-Jews during holiday of Passover.

Mimouna, Bread, and Dust Storms: Pesach Concludes in Israel

Israelis were wrapping up the Passover holiday on Monday evening

PA, Jordan Ink Deal to 'Defend' Jerusalem Against 'Judaization'

Jordan, PA sign agreement confirming their "common goal to defending" Jerusalem and their opposition to so-called "Judaization" of city.

Eve of Holiday, Muslims Hurl Rocks at Jews on Temple Mount

Extremist Muslims tried on the 7th day of Passover but failed to prevent Jews from accessing the holiest site in Judaism, the Temple Mount.

High Alert as Passover Coincides with Arab ‘Land Day’

Police are on high alert in Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria as Arabs prepare to mark Land Day.

Police Investigate Minneapolis Passover Vandalism

The Temple Israel synagogue in Minneapolis was vandalized as congregants gathered to celebrate Passover.

Feiglin: State Buying Muslim Honor with Israeli Pride

MK: Giving up Israeli sovereignty to keep the peace will lead to war.

Arabs Protest, MK Barred from Temple Mount

MK Feiglin's planned visit to Temple Mount banned to avoid Muslim riot. ‘I represent Jewish sovereignty.’

White House Marks Beginning of Passover

President Obama marked the beginning of Passover at a small gathering at the White House on Monday.

Sebastia, Samaria Sites to be Open on Holiday

Israelis will be able to visit numerous sites and attractions in Samaria throughout the Passover holiday, with full IDF security

Pope Francis Extends Passover Greetings to Jewish Community

Pope Francis extends Passover wishes to Jewish community in a gesture aimed at strengthening relations between the two religions.

IDF Imposes Passover Closure on PA Areas

IDF imposes a general closure on PA-assigned areas ahead of the Passover holiday. It will be in effect until Tuesday at 11:59 p.m.

'Spider-Man' Filmmakers Shift Schedule for Passover

Producers agreed to rearrange filming of "Spider-Man” after complaints by the Jewish community in Brooklyn.

Hesder Students to the Rescue for IDF Passover Preparations

Hesder students have volunteered to prepare IDF base kitchens for Passover, one of the biggest Passover koshering jobs in the country

Haifa’s ‘Chametz Hotline’ for Passover

Deputy mayor invites Haifa residents to report illegal sales of leavened bread.

Temple Groups Practice Passover Sacrifice

Jewish groups prepare for the Third Temple with a sample sacrifice for Passover.

Soldiers, Yeshiva Students Work Together to Help Needy

Soldiers and yeshiva students work together to make Passover happy for needy families.

Passover Filming of 'Spider-Man' Plagues Brooklyn Jews

Brooklyn Jews are blasting the producers of “The Amazing Spider-Man 2” movie for plans to film in the area during the Passover holiday.

This Pesach For Families Who Have It All, An Israeli Dog Resort

Looking for something special to give your pooch for Pesach? How about a vacation in the Judean sun with skills training?

Passover Wafer Packaging Raises Rabbinate's Ire

A pack of kosher for Passover wafers that looks too much like the "regular" kind has raised concerns in the Chief Rabbinate

Ideas for Pesach Vacation: Volcanic Park Opens in Golan Heights

Not everything explosive in the Golan Heights is about gunfire; a new volcanic park provides a fascinating look under the surface.

Activist: Regain the Sovereignty of the Temple Mount

Rabbi Yehuda Glick reiterates the call to establish a commission of inquiry into Friday's events on the Temple Mount.

Unprecedented: Firebombs on Temple Mount

Jewish Temple groups demand inquiry as videos show policeman's uniform alight after he was struck by a fire bomb.