East Jerusalem

Explosion from Molotov cocktail lights assailant on fire

Last night, as Arab attackers threw Molotov cocktails at Jews in eastern Jerusalem - the clothing of one of the attackers caught fire.

Israel To Open Five New East Jerusalem Police Stations

Israel will open five new police stations in East Jerusalem, Minister of Internal Security Gilad Erdan announces.

Murder at the grocery store

A family feud seemed to have died down, until Muhamad Alkam stabbed a shopper in his father's store - over a few shekels.

Palestinians condemn 'Israelization' of Jerusalem

In a statement on Saturday, Palestinian leaders show intention to use education as a weapon for their own agendas.

Thousands attend joyous celebration on Mount of Olives

Big concert held at Seven Arches Hotel on Mount of Olives in east Jerusalem draws thousands of revelers. Pictures inside.

Egypt joins in attack on Israeli construction

Egypt says Israel's construction plans in Maale Adumim and in Jerusalem harm the peace process.

Herzog signed secret agreement to divide Jerusalem

Zionist Union leader also accepted 'right of return' for Palestinian Arabs into Israel, surrender of Judea and Samaria.

Arab man set doctor on fire in 'revenge' for son's death

An eastern Jerusalem resident decided to avenge the death of his son by setting fire to the clinic where his son was treated.

Terrorist's family expelled from Jerusalem

Family members of terrorist who wounded two Border Police officers expelled from Jerusalem to Judea and Samaria.

Terrorist's body returned for burial in Jerusalem

Second Jerusalem terrorist’s body was returned to his family for burial, after conditions of low-key funeral met.

PLO blasts Kenyan president's visit to 'occupied territory'

PLO condemns Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta for visiting eastern Jerusalem and the Jordan Valley, which it considers "illegal settlements".

Cameron blasts 'genuinely shocking' Israeli 'occupation'

British Prime Minister uses harsh language against Israeli construction when replying to a question by opposition MP.

Israelis demand Greek airline remove Arabs from flight

Aegean Airlines issues apology after Israeli passengers demand Arabs be removed from flight to Tel Aviv over security risk.

White House 'concerned' over alleged plans for eastern Jerusalem

White House spokesman objects to Netanyahu's reported plan to take away ID cards from Jerusalem Arabs.

PM plans east Jerusalem tour, may take away Arab residents' IDs

Netanyahu tells Knesset committee he intends to tour eastern Jerusalem ahead of crucial decision that may change capital's future.

Netanyahu plans to divide Jerusalem?

Prime Minister quoted as telling cabinet residents of Arab neighborhoods should be stripped of Israeli permanent resident status.

Report: France Advancing UN Resolution on 'Settlements'

Senior officials say France intends to advance a UN resolution on Jewish communities in Judea, Samaria and Jerusalem.

UN Chief Deplores Israel's 'Settlement Activity'

Ban Ki-moon says "settlements are illegal under international law", notes "unilateral actions" will not be recognized.

Palestinian from Jerusalem Named Deputy Chief Scientist

Dr. Tareq Abu Hamed from Sur Bahir will become eastern Jerusalem Palestinian with most senior position in a government ministry.

Britain Bans Ad Saying Jerusalem's Old City is Part of Israel

Britain's advertising watchdog bans an Israeli government tourism ad for suggesting the Old City of Jerusalem was part of Israel.

Arabs Wound Two Jews in Eastern Jerusalem

Two Jewish men who made their way to a yeshiva in eastern Jerusalem attacked by Arabs.

Police Will Not Restrict Muslim Entry to Temple Mount

Police announce that, unlike in previous weeks, they will not limit the entry of Muslim worshippers into the Temple Mount on Friday.

Ya'alon Outlaws Jerusalem 'Charity' Over Assistance to Hamas

Defense Minister outlaws the "Jerusalem for Development" charity, cites its operations to assist Hamas in eastern Jerusalem.

PA Asks UN to Condemn Israel's 'Provocation'

The Palestinian Authority blames Israel for unrest in Jerusalem, accuses it of "provocation and incitement".

ADL Slams Obama Over 'Myopic' Criticism of Israel

Anti-Defamation League criticizes the tone and timing of the Obama administration’s criticism of Israel's construction in Jerusalem.

U.S.: Jerusalem Construction 'Poisons' the Atmosphere

State Department uses unusually harsh language when criticizing Israel’s approval of 2,610 homes in Jerusalem.

Jerusalem Arabs: In-House Agents of Anti-Israel Agenda

Jerusalem to Build 2,500 Housing Units in Arab Neighborhoods

Shortly after Netanyahu freezes exact number of units for Jews, leftist group approves tenders for Arabs - sparking nationalist outrage.

Three Children Wounded in Eastern Jerusalem Rock Attack

22-year-old Arab arrested after throwing rocks at a vehicle in the Wadi Joz neighborhood of eastern Jerusalem.

Arabs Riot, Clash with Security Forces in Jerusalem

Masked Arab rioters clash with security forces in several neighborhoods in eastern Jerusalem.

Cabinet Approves $90M for East Jerusalem Security

Plan involves an increase in the number of policemen on the beat and more security cameras, as well as education.

PA Summons Australian Diplomat Over Eastern Jerusalem

PA takes action in protest of Australia's move to drop the term "occupied" when referring to eastern Jerusalem.

PA Condemns Australia Over Stance on Eastern Jerusalem

PA chief negotiator blasts Australia's decision to drop the term "occupied" when referring to eastern Jerusalem.

Turkey Condemns Israeli Construction Plans

Turkey joins those condemning new Israeli construction, says it "violates international law."

Security Jeep Attacked in Eastern Jerusalem

Security jeep driving through the neighborhood of Silwan attacked by masked men who hurled rocks and paint bottles at it.

Palestinian Arabs Try to Disrupt Jerusalem Marathon

Some 100 Arabs unsuccessfully try to disrupt the annual Jerusalem Marathon because of its going through eastern Jerusalem.

State Department Criticizes New Jerusalem Construction

State Department spokeswoman: New construction in Jerusalem is a "unilateral action" that "prejudges issues."

Stabbing Attack Foiled in Eastern Jerusalem

Female Arab terrorist tries to stab Border Police officer in Issawiya and is stopped before succeeding.

Abbas: No Jerusalem, No Peace

PA Chairman says there will be no peace with Israel unless eastern Jerusalem is the capital of the future Palestinian state.

PLO to NBC: Stop Production of Series in Eastern Jerusalem

PLO calls to halt production of a drama series to be filmed in eastern Jerusalem, says allowing it will "legitimize the occupation."

Bennett: One Cannot Occupy His Own Home

Economy Minister responds to CNN's Christiane Amanpour who asked about Israeli construction in the "occupied West Bank."

Anti-Israel Ad Campaign Hits Vancouver's Buses

The transit ads were produced by 7 Vancouver based organizations whose goal is to propagate "ongoing punishment of the Palestinian people."

EU Denies it is Postponing Labelling of 'Settlement' Products

The European Union denies report that it it delaying a decision to label products from Judea, Samaria and eastern Jerusalem.

EU Foreign Ministers Back Labelling of 'Settlement Products'

EU foreign ministers say they will back EU efforts to label products from Judea, Samaria and eastern Jerusalem.

Egypt Summons Canadian Envoy Over Baird's Jerusalem Visit

Egypt's foreign ministry summoned Canada's charge d'affaires in Cairo, over FM John Baird's visit to eastern Jerusalem.

PA Summons Canadian Envoy to Protest FM's Visit to Jerusalem

The Palestinian Authority summoned Canada's envoy over Foreign Minister John Baird's meeting with Livni in eastern Jerusalem.

Canada's FM Meets Livni in Eastern Jerusalem, PA Fumes

Canada’s Foreign Minister meeting Justice Minister Livni in her eastern Jerusalem office is a "slap in the face", says PA official.

PLO Calls for Boycott of Jerusalem Marathon

PLO claims involvement in the Jerusalem Marathon implies acceptance of Israel's “illegal annexation” of eastern Jerusalem.

U.S. Condemns Israel's Decision to Approve Construction

White House says Israel's decision to build 3,000 new homes in Jerusalem makes resuming peace talks harder.

5 Israelis Wounded in Jerusalem Rock Attack

Five Israelis wounded by rocks thrown by Arab residents of east Jerusalem at an Israeli bus traveling to the Western Wall.

Why is There No Enforcement Against Illegal Arab Construction?

Jerusalem council member to Likud Ministers: Act decisively against illegal Arab construction in east Jerusalem as you do in Beit El.

Jerusalem Hospital Blames PA for Potential Closure

East Jerusalem hospital that is at risk of being shut down is blaming Palestinian Authority for not paying for patients' medical treatment.

Israel Speaks Out Against 'Hypocrisy of the UNHRC'

Israeli ambassador to UNHRC: UN Human Rights Council “unjustified” and “counterproductive.”

Jewish Residential Compound Approved in East Jerusalem

Jerusalem local planning committee approved new Jewish housing complex in the Arab Ras Al-Amud neighborhood.

Jerusalem Arabs 'Expel' Israeli Textbooks

Arab schools in Jerusalem refuse to use Israeli-revised textbooks that omit Jerusalem as the capital of Palestine, PA officials announce.

Mosque Construction Near Begin's Tomb Goes On Despite Order

Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem, David Hadari, arrived to personally deliver the cease and desist order, and was ignored by mosque workmen.

Fayyad: PA Already Moving to Make J'lem its Capital

Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Salam Fayyad says the PA will make unilateral moves to establish Jerusalem as the capital for a PA state.

Peace Now Worried Jews May Build on Jewish-Owned Land

Thirty lots come up for sale in the Jerusalem neighborhood of Ras al-Amud; Peace Now worries Jews may get them.

Arab Schools In J'lem: No to Israeli Textbooks

Arab educators in East Jerusalem are pressing parents and students to reject Israeli textbooks even if it means foregoing subsidies.

Leaked Documents: PA Gave Israel Most of Jerusalem

Al-Jazeera publishes documents which reveal a PA proposal allegedly offering Israel most of east Jerusalem.