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Again: Leftist demonstration in Jerusalem turns violent

55 protesters arrested near Prime Minister's Residence after refusing to heed police calls to disperse.

Again: Leftist demonstration in Jerusalem turns violent

Ancient Judean tax center near the US Embassy in Jerusalem

A significant administrative storage center from the days of Kings Hezekiah and Menashe uncovered in Jerusalem near the US Embassy

Ancient Judean tax center near the US Embassy in Jerusalem

These are Jerusalem's most hard-hit neighborhoods

Percentage of positive coronavirus tests is unusually high in these five Jerusalem neighborhoods.

These are Jerusalem's most hard-hit neighborhoods

Leftist demonstration in Jerusalem turns violent, 34 arrested

Protesters calling for removal of PM concentrate in Paris Square in Jerusalem, riot and confront the police.

Leftist demonstration in Jerusalem turns violent, 34 arrested

Partner with the Jerusalem Kollel in Building Leaders Who Care

Partner with the Jerusalem Kollel in Building Leaders Who Care.

Partner with the Jerusalem Kollel in Building Leaders Who Care

Education Ministry to probe prom which violated COVID-19 orders

Ministry of Education to probe graduation party that was held at the Hebrew Gymnasium in Jerusalem with more than 100 students.

Education Ministry to probe prom which violated COVID-19 orders

Jerusalem Synagogue Slated to Lose Its Building

You can help rebuild Jerusalem now!

Jerusalem Synagogue Slated to Lose Its Building

A night of confrontations

13 demonstrators arrested after pepper spray used on police in Tel Aviv. 15 demonstrators arrested in Jerusalem.

A night of confrontations

PLO flag at a demonstration in Jerusalem

Protesters demonstrating against PM's conduct break through checkpoints and block roads. One of the protesters waved a PLO flag.

PLO flag at a demonstration in Jerusalem

50 arrested during leftist protest in Jerusalem

Protesters near PM's residence set trash bins on fire and throw objects at police. 50 arrested.

50 arrested during leftist protest in Jerusalem

Arab suspects arrested for illegal fireworks barrages

Police arrest suspects, confiscate fireworks, in mass operation to stop illegal and dangerous launches.

Arab suspects arrested for illegal fireworks barrages

Jerusalem: Protesters say 6 injured as police clear encampment

Police dismantle protest encampment near Prime Minister's Residence. 6 reportedly injured in resulting clashes with protesters.

Jerusalem: Protesters say 6 injured as police clear encampment

Clashes between protesters and police in Jerusalem

Hundreds of haredim protest closures imposed by city.

Clashes between protesters and police in Jerusalem

A Shabbat of explosions and fireworks

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

A Shabbat of explosions and fireworks

Jerusalem as told by the haredi journalist who saw it all

Rabbi Nachman Seltzer was inspired and fascinated when he heard stories about Jerusalem from Rabbi Yisroel Gellis. So he wrote a book.

Jerusalem as told by the haredi journalist who saw it all

Rabbi Peretz: This is our answer to Jordan

Jerusalem Affairs Minister visits Mount of Olives, responds to Jordanian demands Israel stop work at the Western Wall.

Rabbi Peretz: This is our answer to Jordan

Haredi girl confronted by police over mask - the full footage

'I was wearing a mask the whole time, I just took it off to drink.' Video footage of Jerusalem girl recently confronted by police released.

Haredi girl confronted by police over mask - the full footage

Jerusalem one of the major hotspots of coronavirus

Over 550 cases have been diagnosed in the capital in the past week, most of them in the haredi neighborhoods.

Jerusalem one of the major hotspots of coronavirus

Nefesh B'Nefesh to build new center in Jerusalem

New Nefesh B'Nefesh center will help Jerusalem absorb more new immigrants, handle overwhelming interest in immigration, organization says.

Nefesh B'Nefesh to build new center in Jerusalem

Former IAF pilot detained during protest

Hundreds protest against government corruption outside Prime Minister's Residence in Jerusalem.

Former IAF pilot detained during protest

Hanging 'pride' banner 'not to the benefit of society'

Pro-family group pens letter to US Ambassador Friedman, requesting he support family values, remove LGBT banner.

Hanging 'pride' banner 'not to the benefit of society'

Jerusalem and the post-Corona Culture of Clean

Jerusalem can be more golden if we use the lockdown, when the city was noticeably cleaner, as a 'tipping point' and keep it that way. Op-ed.

Jerusalem and the post-Corona Culture of Clean

Old City discoveries displayed in Jewish Quarter

As part of renovation of Old City, ancient artifacts put on display in Jewish Quarter.

Old City discoveries displayed in Jewish Quarter

Muslims can pray in Jerusalem. It’s easy. Come in Peace.

Allowing their citizens to visit Israel may bring Arab leaders to accept that Israel is ready to welcome people who come in peace. Op-ed.

Muslims can pray in Jerusalem. It’s easy. Come in Peace.

2 police officers run over in Jerusalem

Incident believed to be hit-and-run, not terror attack.

2 police officers run over in Jerusalem

Preventing infection, while maintaining normalcy

Jerusalem Council member Elad Malka says city knows how to identify hotspots, but middle schools may need to return to distance learning.

Preventing infection, while maintaining normalcy

'Terrorists used disabled people against the IDF'

Soldier stationed in Hebron defends Border Police officer under house arrest after shooting special needs man in Jerusalem.

'Terrorists used disabled people against the IDF'

Number of coronavirus cases in Jerusalem school rises to 18

11 students and seven staff members test positive for coronavirus at the Gymnasium High School in Jerusalem.

Number of coronavirus cases in Jerusalem school rises to 18

Jerusalem high school closed after students contract COVID-19

Three students from Gymnasium High School in Jerusalem test positive for coronavirus, school will resume distance learning.

Jerusalem high school closed after students contract COVID-19

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L'Chaim to Jerusalem and Judea & Samaria!

L’chaim to Jerusalem! 53 years ago Jerusalem was reunited, along with return of Jewish People to Judea and Samaria.

L'Chaim to Jerusalem and Judea & Samaria!

Attempted stabbing attack in Jerusalem

No casualties after police subdue terrorist who attempted to stab them in Jerusalem.

Attempted stabbing attack in Jerusalem

J'lem: Nearly 100 kindergartners quarantined after infections

30 kindergartners ordered into isolation after teacher's aide tests positive for coronavirus. 60 quarantined in second case in Jerusalem.

J'lem: Nearly 100 kindergartners quarantined after infections

Jerusalem's Holy Sepulchre fails to reopen Sunday as planned

Historic church in the Old City of Jerusalem remains closed to visitors, despite plans to reopen Sunday.

Jerusalem's Holy Sepulchre fails to reopen Sunday as planned

A Visual Ode to the City of Jerusalem on its special day

'Jerusalem is not just a city. Our whole lives are a yearning for Jerusalem.'

A Visual Ode to the City of Jerusalem on its special day

Jerusalem yearnings

The yearning was there in Europe's ghettos, Middle East casbahs, the hills of Gondar in Ethiopia, even in the concentration camps.

Jerusalem yearnings

What was Rabbi Rafi Peretz surprised by?

Ze'ev Elkin tells his replacement that the Jerusalem Ministry has authority over the entire city, except for two places.

What was Rabbi Rafi Peretz surprised by?

Finest hour of Jerusalem's civil society

Residents of Jerusalem have demonstrated remarkable resilience and solidarity throughout this crisis. It was a truly united moment.

Finest hour of Jerusalem's civil society

Jerusalem the unifying city – COVID-19 Musings

If we wish to protect Jerusalem, it is imperative to change the prevailing culture of divisive and disrespectful discourse. Op-ed.

Jerusalem the unifying city – COVID-19 Musings

It is precisely this year that we shall build eternity

Ateret Cohanim, which is leading the fight for redemption of homes in Jerusalem, is launching a wide-scope fundraising campaign.

It is precisely this year that we shall build eternity

Did you think the US considers Jerusalem the Capital of Israel?

The US Consulate Passport Service does not seem to realize that Trump recognized Jerusalem as Israel's capital. Op-ed.

Did you think the US considers Jerusalem the Capital of Israel?

Want to pray at the Kotel this Shavuot? Sign up for the lottery

With coronavirus social distancing restrictions in place, limited number of prayer spots at Western Wall to be offered by lottery.

Want to pray at the Kotel this Shavuot? Sign up for the lottery

Jerusalem's haredi schools return to nearly normal functioning

Haredi schools in Jerusalem reopen fully - but not for all grades.

Jerusalem's haredi schools return to nearly normal functioning

Jerusalem: The capital of the start-up nation

102% growth in number of Jerusalem-based technology companies since 2012.

Jerusalem: The capital of the start-up nation

Hebrew University student group video takes aim at IDF soldiers

Student branch of the communist Hadash party produces video calling for struggle against IDF soldiers.

Hebrew University student group video takes aim at IDF soldiers

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'New government is an opportunity to promote peace, security'

'Killing of IDF soldier highlights importance of preserving Israel's right to self defense,' says Pompeo during meeting with Netanyahu.

'New government is an opportunity to promote peace, security'

Arab Muslim twins From east Jerusalem - now serving in the IDF

Once they held up a gas station with a fake gun - but now these Arab Muslim brothers are proudly serving as combat soldiers in the IDF.

Arab Muslim twins From east Jerusalem - now serving in the IDF

4-year-old killed in Jerusalem car accident

Child hurt after being struck by car near Biblical Zoo dies, grandmother in serious condition.

4-year-old killed in Jerusalem car accident

Accident near Jerusalem zoo leaves 6-year-old critically injured

Car hits mother and her six-year-old son as they were walking near Jerusalem zoo. One victim critically injured.

Accident near Jerusalem zoo leaves 6-year-old critically injured

Rare coin from Bar-Kokhba revolt unearthed near Temple Mount

'Year 2 of the Freedom of Israel'. Archeologists unearth coin dating back to Bar Kochba revolt which reads "Return to Israel", "Jerusalem".

Rare coin from Bar-Kokhba revolt unearthed near Temple Mount

Poll: Most Jerusalem Arabs prefer to join Palestinian Authority

A few years ago, most Jerusalem Arabs preferred Israeli citizenship over being part of the Palestinian Authority. Now opinions have changed.

Poll: Most Jerusalem Arabs prefer to join Palestinian Authority

Undercover police immediately arrest firebomb throwing Arabs

3 Arab youths arrested while throwing Molotov Cocktails at Jewish home in eastern Jerusalem by undercover Border Police.

Undercover police immediately arrest firebomb throwing Arabs

Western Wall reopens for prayer

Following easing of restrictions on public prayer, Western Wall reopens. Plaza will be divided into small prayer sections.

Western Wall reopens for prayer

3,166 coronavirus test swabs taken at MDA station in Jerusalem

Special coronavirus test collection station operated in Jerusalem helps residents deposit swabs to see if they have coronavirus.

3,166 coronavirus test swabs taken at MDA station in Jerusalem

Jerusalem neighborhoods declared "restricted areas"

Romema, Kiryat Belz, and Kiryat Sanz, as well as Bedouin town of Hura to be declared restricted zones until midnight on Sunday.

Jerusalem neighborhoods declared "restricted areas"

Live: Independence Day celebrations in Jerusalem

Watch the festive broadcast from the Tower of David Museum at the entrance to the Old City of Jerusalem.

Live: Independence Day celebrations in Jerusalem

Suspected arson at Jerusalem City Hall

Arab resident of Jerusalem arrested on suspicion of igniting fire at City Hall.

Suspected arson at Jerusalem City Hall

Closures on Jerusalem, Bnei Brak to be lifted

In light of encouraging data in both cities, Health Ministry to lift restrictions on Jerusalem and Bnei Brak beginning at midnight tonight.

Closures on Jerusalem, Bnei Brak to be lifted

Closure on Bnei Brak and Jerusalem to be reinstated

Ministerial Committee convenes at 1:00 pm to discuss resumption of closure. At same time, patients taken to hotels.

Closure on Bnei Brak and Jerusalem to be reinstated

IDF Home Front Commander: 'Crisis will accompany us for a year'

Major General Tamir Yadai on aid to Jerusalem: 'We sent five companies to city, preparing to assist other authorities.'

IDF Home Front Commander: 'Crisis will accompany us for a year'

Police begin enforcing lockdown on Jerusalem neighborhoods

Hundreds of police officers operating to enforce emergency regulations in Jerusalem, assisted by drones and lookouts.

Police begin enforcing lockdown on Jerusalem neighborhoods