Jerusalem

Jerusalem:

Two dozen infiltrators apprehended in haredi neighborhood

Police stopped two vans transporting 24 Arabs from Judea and Samaria who entered Israeli territory illegally. A day earlier, nine infiltrators were caught in a van in the city.

Surprising discovery:

Widow finds old ammunition in her attic

Jerusalem resident, clearing out her apartment after her husband's death, surprised to find old weapons, including a Carl-Gustaf rifle, in her attic.

Expelled student returns with ax, attacks principal's wife

After being expelled from a yeshiva for his behavior, man comes to the principal's home to exact his revenge.

Why we're selling affordable apartments in Jerusalem

Two new towers in the high-class Denya neighborhood of Jerusalem are set to offer dozens of units at extremely competitive prices.

Teen broke into synagogue, stole thousands of shekel

Jerusalem police arrest 14-year-old boy suspected of breaking into a Ramot synagogue multiple times and stealing money from its charity box.

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Winter Storm Coral: Light snow begins falling in Jerusalem

Snow begins to fall in the higher neighborhoods of Jerusalem. On Monday, the weather will be partly cloudy to cloudy, with temperatures lower than usual.

Old City ax attack:

Police suspect assailant is Jewish

The police are continuing to investigate the ax attack on a Jewish woman in the Old City and are looking into a suspicion that the assailant attacked the woman thinking she was a Christian.

The first time since his injury

Idan Amedi returns to the stage

Idan Amedi opens his Jerusalem show with the "Shehecheyanu" blessing. Audience cheers and responds with "Amen."

Suspected terror attack:

Woman attacked with ax in Jerusalem's Old City

A woman of about 50 moderately wounded in the Old City of Jerusalem after being attacked by a man armed with an ax.

Jerusalem Mayor surprises Idan Amedi

Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon surprises singer Idan Amedi at the dress rehearsal for his performance, congratulates him on his 37th birthday and presents him with a cake.

Fiji to open embassy in Jerusalem

The Republic of Fiji intends to become the seventh nation to open an embassy in Jerusalem. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar praised the move.

Cold front to hit later, snow still expected in Jerusalem

The cold front that was expected to begin on Thursday is now expected to begin on Saturday. Jerusalem could see first snow in 3 years on Saturday and Sunday.

Snow in Jerusalem? There's a good chance

Dr. Amir Givati estimates that there is a good chance for snow in the capital during the weekend, even accumulating and disrupting traffic.

Forecast: Jerusalem could see snow on Saturday

The Meteorological Service has published its forecast for the coming week, according to which snow is expected to reach the Jerusalem mountains and even the city itself on Saturday morning

Haredi family suing Jerusalem Arab for assault

A haredi family has filed a civil lawsuit for 440,000 NIS against an Arab man who attacked them in Jerusalem.

Jerusalem neighborhood fights construction of proposed towers

Residents of the Jerusalem neighborhood of Har Nof are fighting to block plans to construct three 16-story towers on the edge of the forest, risking harm to nature and danger to the neighborhood's children.

Jerusalem light rail service suspended through Thursday

Jerusalem suspends light rail service to allow testing ahead of opening additional stations, additional and extended bus lines to provide alternate transportation.

ISA thwarts terror attack on Jerusalem bus

Investigations reveal that members of the Ramallah-area cell manufactured an explosive device and planned a suicide bombing attack on a bus in Jerusalem.

Jerusalem:

Arab dressed like a Jew and ransacked a synagogue

A Jerusalem resident in his 30s broke into vehicles and a synagogue. Stolen items included money, charity boxes, and other valuables.

Jerusalem light rail to suspend service for five days

Beginning on Sunday, Jerusalem's light rail will not operate for five days, to allow for upgrades and tests ahead of the line's extension.

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Jerusalem Deputy Mayor uncorks champagne at UNRWA closure

Deputy Mayor Aryeh King celebrates the implementation of the new Israeli law barring UNRWA from operating in Jerusalem in light of the organization's connections to Hamas.

Hamas leader: War will not end until Al-Aqsa is liberated

Muhammad Darwish, head of the leadership council of Hamas, claims October 7 "shattered the myth of Israeli occupation".

PA Spokesman:

'Stopping UNRWA activity is a provocation against Palestinians'

Nabil Abu Rudeineh, the official spokesman for PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas, criticizes the decision to halt UNRWA services in Jerusalem.

Two rare Persian leopards find home in Jerusalem Biblical Zoo

Two rare Persian leopards move from the Dvůr Králové Zoo in the Czech Republic to their new home at the Jerusalem Biblical Zoo in Jerusalem.

Jerusalem:

Haredi extremists block road to protest honoring haredi soldiers

Demonstrators throw stones and use pepper spray against police during protest against an event honoring haredi IDF soldiers at the venue.

Jerusalem:

Old City resident arrested for praising Sinwar and Haniyeh

Suspect arrested for posts praising October 7 massacre, rocket attacks on Israel, and slain Hamas leaders.

To please US customers:

This Jerusalem pizzeria renamed itself after Donald Trump

'When Trump was running for office, the American Briskers were urging me to name it after him,' owner of Pizza Trump recounts.

17 arrested, police officers injured

Jerusalem protest: 'Kippah and side-locks are no reason to shoot'

Right-wing activists demonstrate at the entrance to Jerusalem, blocking roads. Police say 17 protesters arrested after throwing objects and injuring three police officers.

Following terrorists' release:

Jerusalem Minister demands reinforced security for city

Jerusalem Minister Meir Porush urges security reinforcements for Jerusalem similar to steps taken in Judea and Samaria, warns release of convicted terrorists places millions at risk.

Protest displays set up at entrance to Jerusalem

Hundreds of right-wing activists blocked the main entrance to Jerusalem and the Begin Highway in the capital to protest the hostage deal.

Palestinian arrested impersonating Border Police officer

The suspect arrived at a checkpoint wearing an Israeli uniform and driving a car equipped with emergency lights.

'Leave no hostage behind'

A protest against the emerging hostage deal is underway at the entrance to Jerusalem, demanding that the government require Hamas to release all hostages immediately.

Jerusalem light rail operations to pause for one week

Jerusalem's light rail to operate test runs along length of extended route, ahead of opening full route from Neve Yaakov to Hadassah Ein Kerem to the public, report says.

Indictment filed against terrorist who tried to stab soldier

State Prosecutor's office files indictment against terrorist who attempted to stab IDF soldier in Jerusalem.

One injured at Pat Junction in Jerusalem

Young man, aged about 20, lightly injured in stabbing at Pat Junction in Jerusalem.

Attempted Attack:

Terrorist tried to murder soldier 'to die as a martyr'

The prosecution intends to file a statement against the terrorist who tried to stab a soldier in Jerusalem a few weeks ago.

Confirmed:

Stabbing of elderly woman was terror attack

The culprit knew the victim beforehand and attacked her in her own home.

Missile from Yemen intercepted

Sirens in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Gush Dan and Shfela

Sirens sounded in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Gush Dan and the Shfela following a launch from Yemen. IDF says the missile was intercepted. Fragments fall in Modi'in. 12 people treated for injuries sustained on the way to shelter.

Jerusalem:

Pallet of cinder blocks falls on yeshiva student

Yeshiva student in serious condition after pallet of cinder blocks falls on him during renovations at a yeshiva.

Jerusalem's rabbinic elections

Who will be the capital's next Chief Rabbis?

Minister of Religious Affairs Michael Malkieli sent an official letter to Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion asking him to select representatives for a committee to oversee the selection of new chief rabbis for the city.

Take note Turkish Pres. Erdogan - Jerusalem doesn’t belong to you

Jerusalem does not belong to Turkey. Aspirations to re-create a neo-Ottoman colonial empire are nothing more than a dystopian nightmare. Here is why. Opinion.

Prosecutor:

Arabs attacked Jerusalem man 'without nationalist motives'

A young man in Jerusalem was attacked by three individuals for asking them to clear a blocked road.

Hamas has Hanukkah in Jerusalem in its sights

A senior Hamas official is calling on the Muslim public to come to the al-Aqsa Mosque and sacrifice themselves for it.

Attempted terror attack:

Terrorist attempts to stab security guard in Jerusalem

A terrorist attempted to stab a member of the security forces in northern Jerusalem and was neutralized. No one was injured.

48 injured in various degrees

Three in severe condition after fire breaks out in Jerusalem

Three individuals ages 25 and 18, are in severe condition, two are in moderate condition, and 25 others are in light condition as a result of a fire that broke out in a dorm on David Yellin St. in the capital.

Arabs from Jerusalem charged with assisting Hezbollah

Two Arabs from Jerusalem were charged with being in contact with a Hezbollah operative and giving her information, including photos from the Caesarea area.

Eastern Jerusalem resident arrested in stabbing of elderly woman

Suspicion that home invasion and stabbing that left an elderly woman in serious condition had nationalist motives grows.

Suspected terror attack:

74-year-old woman severely wounded in stabbing in Jerusalem

The police are investigating a suspected terror attack after a 74-year-old woman was found in severe condition with stab wounds in a home in Jerusalem. The Shin Bet (ISA) is also involved in the investigation.

Paraguayan President visits the Western Wall

With the opening of his country's embassy in Jerusalem, Paraguayan President Santiago Peña visited the Western Wall on Thursday morning to tour the site and offer up a silent prayer.

Peace Now campaign:

'We won't die for settlements'

The far-left organization launched a campaign against Jewish settlements in the Gaza Strip with a giant billboard at the entrance to Jerusalem.

1000s celebrate at wedding of Gerrer Rebbi's granddaughter

The chupah ceremony was held on the rooftop of the large Beit Midrash in Jerusalem and was broadcast on large screens for all participants.

'God, Kill The AG:'

Police arrest Jerusalem man for inflammatory sign

A man was arrested at the Jerusalem central bus station for holding a sign instigating against the Attorney General and her supporters.

Jerusalem:

Earliest known Chinese inscription in Israel found on Mt. Zion

'We will forever keep the eternal spring': Earliest known Chinese inscription in Israel, from about 500 years ago, discovered on Mount Zion in Jerusalem.

Bonei Zion Prize:

Honoring outstanding immigrants

12 olim honored with the Sylvan Adams Nefesh B’Nefesh Bonei Zion Prize. Natan Sharansky receives recognition for his lifelong dedication to Israel and world Jewry

Jerusalem:

Man threatens suicide, shoots officer who came to stop him

Police officers arrived at an apartment where a life-threatening incident was reported and were shot at. At least one officer was critically wounded.

Military Prosecutor charges soldier who killed Israeli

An indictment has been filed against reservist Aviad Frija for the fatal shooting of Yuval Kastelman at a terror incident in Jerusalem a year ago.

Israeli who saved brother from mob accused of attacking Arabs

An Israeli civilian and soldiers were attacked by an Arab mob in Jerusalem. After rescuing the soldiers, the civilian was charged with assault.

Bonfire and clashes with police

Watch: Heated protest outside PM's residence

Demonstrators clash with police at left-wing demonstration against the dismissal of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. One person arrested.

Jerusalem

Protest against Netanyahu: You are the leader, you are guilty

Nine suspects arrested during protest outside the Prime Minister's residence on Azza Street in Jerusalem.

Jerusalem residents to see property tax hike?

New proposal suggests that residents of newer buildings will be charged a higher property tax fee, regardless of geographic location.