East Jerusalem

PA clerics urge Muslims to support Sheikh Jarrah

Council of Religious Scholars of “Palestine” calls on Muslims to support the Arab residents of eastern Jerusalem neighborhood.

Ben Gvir in Shimon Hatzadik:

'If there is no security here - I'm not leaving'

Otzma Yehudit chairman makes clear he will not vacate Jerusalem neighborhood unless Jewish residents receive security.

Police detain suspects in riots in eastern Jerusalem

Rocks thrown at police vehicle in At-Tur neighborhood. Police arrest 14 suspects.

European countries condemn Sheikh Jarrah eviction

France, Germany, Italy and Spain criticize eviction of illegal building in Jerusalem neighborhood, condemn Israeli construction.

PA demands Israel stop construction in Jerusalem

Abbas spokesman threatens to take action if Israel does not stop its building plans in Judea and Samaria and eastern Jerusalem.

Report: US to unilaterally reopen PA Consulate in Jerusalem

Report quotes high-ranking Israeli official as admitting that consulate will reopen "soon," despite right-wing objections within government.

EU to send millions to PA organization in Jerusalem

EU signs agreement to transfer budget of 12 million euro to PA organization aiming to strengthen 'Palestinian identity' in eastern J'lem.

POTUS backs UN's racist plan to exclude Jews from East Jerusalem

Obama betrayed Israel in UN Resolution 2334 and now Biden wants to make ti stick. Op-ed

The “Squad” targets Jerusalem

The four congresswoman make it very clear that to them East Jerusalem was "occupied" territory. Op-ed.

US to delay reopening of consulate in Jerusalem

Biden administration agrees to Israeli request and will hold off on reopening US consulate in Jerusalem until after budget passes.

Jordan summons Israeli representatives over Jerusalem riots

Jordan summons Israeli charge d'affaires at Israeli embassy in Amman to protest "ongoing Israeli violations" in Jerusalem.

PA: All the settlements are 'illegal'

PA chairman's spokesman claims that Arab residents of Jerusalem have emerged victorious.

Morocco concerned over violence in Jerusalem

Moroccan Foreign Ministry criticizes "violations" in Jerusalem, warns they are "likely to stir up tensions".

'US seriously concerned about Jerusalem violence'

US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan speaks to Israeli counterpart, says US will remain fully engaged to promote calm in Jerusalem.

Quartet urges restraint amid violence in Jerusalem

Middle East Quartet expresses concern over clashes in eastern Jerusalem, calls on Israel to "exercise restraint".

Not fit to print: The NYTimes on Sheikh Jarrah

The courts evicted Arab squatters from the Shimon Hatzaddik homes, and they have appealed, but the NYTimes has made its own decision. Op-ed.

Abbas blames Israel for Jerusalem violence

PA chairman urges international community to responsibility and "stop the aggression."

US calls on Israel to 'deescalate' tensions in Jerusalem

State Department spokeswoman says Washington is “deeply concerned about the heightened tensions in Jerusalem”.

Abbas: We'll strengthen our grip on eastern Jerusalem

PA chairman pledges to support programs that will help strengthen the resilience of Arab residents in eastern Jerusalem.

Hamas military leader threatens Israel amid Jerusalem clashes

Leader of Hamas’ military wing: If the aggression against our people does not stop immediately, the enemy will pay a heavy price.

PA leadership to discuss postponement of elections

The PA has threatened to cancel the May elections if Israel does not permit Arabs residing in eastern Jerusalem to vote.

Abbas: There will be no elections without eastern Jerusalem

PA chairman clarifies the PA is adamant on having Arab residents of eastern Jerusalem vote in next month's elections.

Hamas leader threatens Israel

Ismail Haniyeh: If the Israeli occupation continues its aggression in Jerusalem - there will be no calm.

Police to remove checkpoints at Damascus Gate in Jerusalem

Police Commissioner Kobi Shabtai orders removal of the checkpoints and barricades at the Damascus Gate in Jerusalem.

UAE condemns eastern Jerusalem violence

United Arab Emirates Foreign Ministry urges Israel to “put an end to all aggressions” in the wake of eastern Jerusalem violence.

Jerusalem Mayor urges calm

Mayor Moshe Lion instructs Jerusalem municipality to continue to do everything in its power to restore order to the city.

UN demands Israel permit PA election to take place in Jerusalem

UN calls on Israel to permit all eligible Palestinian Arabs residing in eastern Jerusalem to vote in next month's elections.

PA official: 90% chance elections are cancelled

The PA has hinted at the possibility that the elections will be postponed if Israel does not allow them to be held in eastern Jerusalem.

Hamas demands elections in Jerusalem

Deputy Hamas leader says Palestinian people have a right to hold parliamentary elections in eastern Jerusalem.

PA pressing Israel via EU to allow elections in eastern J'lem

PA 'Foreign Minister' intends to harness the European Union to the mission of allowing the elections to be held in eastern Jerusalem.

Israeli bus attacked in eastern Jerusalem

Bus attacked with rocks near the Damascus Gate in Jerusalem. No injuries reported.

Arabs riot in eastern Jerusalem

Policeman hit in the head and requires medical attention. One suspect arrested on suspicion of rock-throwing.

Joint List MK attacked by police in eastern Jerusalem

MK Ofer Cassif attacked by police officers during a protest in the Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood.

15 Jewish families returning to eastern Jerusalem neighborhood

The Ateret Cohanim org recently purchased 4 housing blocs in Kfar Shiloah - once home to dozens of Yemenite families kicked out by Arabs.

PA demands elections in eastern Jerusalem

PA "foreign minister" calls on international community to pressure Israel to allow PA elections to be held in eastern Jerusalem.

25,000 worshipers gather at Al-Aqsa Mosque

Despite COVID-19 and the increase in cases in eastern Jerusalem, tens of thousands attended Friday prayers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque.

PA: Residents of Jerusalem are entitled to vote and be elected

PA Central Election Commission says "Palestinians" of Jerusalem have the right to vote and stand as candidates in the general election.

Jew stabbed in eastern Jerusalem

Haredi student stabbed by Arab but manages to fend him off.

PA pressuring: Allow elections in Jerusalem

PA cabinet leader asks international community to pressure Israel to allow PA parliament elections in eastern Jerusalem as well.

PA demands that elections be held in eastern Jerusalem

Palestinian Authority asks the European Union to help it ensure the participation of eastern Jerusalem residents in parliamentary elections.

'Israel needs to vaccinate the Arabs of Jerusalem'

Arab public figure in eastern Jerusalem demands that the Israeli government vaccinate the Arab residents of "occupied" eastern Jerusalem.

A first - east Jerusalem properties to be properly registered

Over 50 years after Jerusalem was reunited, only 5% of east Jerusalem is registered.

PA: Jerusalem is a 'red line'

PA chairman's spokesman says eastern Jerusalem is a "red line" for Palestinians.

Shofar blasted in Kfar Shiloach 84 years after '36 riots

84 years after Jews expelled from area, shofar blasts were heard again in the old synagogue in the 'Yemenite Village' of eastern Jerusalem.

PA blasts building plan for eastern Jerusalem

PA "foreign ministry" blasts Jerusalem municipality's plan to establish an employment complex in Issawiya.

A Shabbat of explosions and fireworks

Arab villages celebrate end of matriculation exams with fireworks, causing loud explosion noises.

Hamas newspaper: Israel spreading the coronavirus

Hamas newspaper accuses Israel of spreading the coronavirus in eastern Jerusalem.

US changes description of Arabs residing in eastern Jerusalem

State Department now calls Palestinian Arabs residing in eastern Jerusalem “Arab residents” or “non-Israeli citizens”.

There’s a bright side?

Tlaib falsely accuses Israelis of murdering Arab child

Rep. Rashida Tlaib retweets, then deletes, tweet falsely blaming Israelis for death of 8-year-old Arab child in eastern Jerusalem.

Former British MP blames 'settlers' for death of Arab boy

Former British MP George Galloway blames “settlers” for death of eight-year-old boy who drowned in eastern Jerusalem.

Missing 8-year-old boy found dead in eastern Jerusalem

Body of Qais Abu Ramila from the eastern Jerusalem neighborhood of Beit Hanina located in a reservoir of rainwater.

Abbas reiterates: No elections without eastern Jerusalem

PA chairman responds to reports that Israel will ignore his request to permit elections in eastern Jerusalem.

Israel decides to ignore PA demand for elections in Jerusalem

Report: PA elections will likely be canceled due to Israel's decision to ignore demand that they be allowed in eastern Jerusalem.

Abbas spokesman: The pressure on Israel will continue

PA chairman's spokesman says efforts with international parties are continuing to pressure Israel to allow PA elections in Jerusalem.

Abbas urges EU to pressure Israel on PA elections

PA chairman says that the PA has urged the EU to pressure Israel to allow Palestinian elections to be held in eastern Jerusalem.

PA awaiting Israel's answer on elections in eastern Jerusalem

PA cabinet leader: We won't agree for eastern Jerusalem not to be included in elections.

PA demands: Hold elections in eastern Jerusalem as well

PA cabinet leader calls on international community to pressure Israel to allow PA elections to be held in eastern Jerusalem.

Why there is no peace between Muslims and Israel

Hamas studies in eastern Jerusalem

Education Minister emphasizes that "An association or a school that has an affiliation to terrorism and Hamas - will close."