Jerusalem

Attorneys: Clear Evidence Shavuot Stabber Meant to Murder

Prosecutors furnished solid evidence Arab who attacked two Jews on Shavuot had murder on his mind - still no murder charge against him.

Prayers Held in Mecca for Border Policeman Stabber

Leader of Jerusalem NGO calls for full sovereignty after Muslims glorify Monday's stabbing attack.

Injured Border Policeman Regains Consciousness

Police Commissioner Yohanan Danino also visits policeman's bedside, tells family to be proud.

After 52 Attacks, Jerusalem Councilman Starts Private Patrol

Chairman of Jerusalem security committee launches patrol after being 'abandoned' by police, warns Jews to defend themselves.

Injured Border Policeman Commended for Neutralizing Terrorist

Brave victim of Sunday's shooting attack hailed as hero by Jerusalem police commander, mayor hours after he was attacked.

Terror in the capital

One Critically Wounded in Jerusalem Stabbing Attack

Police officer injured by Arab attacker near Damascus Gate; officer manages to fatally wound terrorist.

Jerusalem Exists, but Where?

Jerusalem Mayor Barkat to Fire Ramadan Cannon

150,000-200,000 Muslims to visit Temple Mount each Friday in potential threat; mayor festive with unprecedented expensive preparations.

Defying Terrorism by Building a New Generation of Zionist Youth

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat says new Ezra movement chapter dedicated to Eyal Yifrah is the best way to honor murdered teens.

Call to Cut Funding to Jerusalem Theater for 'Nazi IDF' Play

Councilman urges Jerusalem city council to pull funds from Khan Theater over play he says compares Nazis to IDF soldiers.

Disney to Produce Animated Series in Jerusalem

'Polarizers' to be produced with animation giants Technicolor and Nelvana.

Israeli Arabs Sentenced in Wedding Hall Terror Plot

Three terrorists had planned to shoot as many people as possible in crowded Jerusalem wedding hall in 2014.

Jerusalem Remains a City without a Country

The US Administration obstinately refuses to recognize Israel's capital.

Jerusalem Double Cross

Rivlin Tells Dempsey 'I Was Born in Jerusalem, Israel'

President references controversial Supreme Court ruling in meeting with top US general, who says security ties are an 'honor' for US.

Jewish Orgs Slam 'Myopic' Supreme Court Decision on Jerusalem

Both ADL and ZOA blast the decision to separate 'Jerusalem' from 'Israel' on passports, accuse US gov't of bias against Israel.

PA: Ruling on Jerusalem Proves Israel is an 'Occupier'

PA welcomes United States Supreme Court's ruling which sides with Obama and Bush in refusing to list Jerusalem as part of Israel.

US Supreme Court Backs Obama on 'Jerusalem Passport'

Ground-breaking ruling on case, as Supreme Court sides with Obama and Bush in refusing to list Jerusalem as part of Israel.

Police Reveal Identity of Shavuot Terrorist Stabber

Arab terrorist who stabbed two Jewish on night of Shavuot in Jerusalem, named as John Kakaish, a resident of the Old City.

Court Overrules Order Allowing Glick to Visit Temple Mount

Jerusalem District Court accepts appeal against ruling allowing Temple Mount activist Yehuda Glick to ascend to holy site once a month.

Jerusalem Municipality Prefers Arab Building, Says Councilman

Councilman sounds warning bell, revealing Jerusalem committee is discussing Arab building plans while blocking Jewish plans.

Jerusalem Mayor Livid at J'lem Affairs Appointment

'Jerusalem is not a consolation prize,' mayor Nir Barkat fires.

Aryeh King: ISIS Trying to Make Inroads in Jerusalem

Jerusalem City Council member Aryeh King said that worldwide terror organizations like ISIS are trying to establish themselves in Israel.

New Section of Jerusalem's Lower Aqueduct Exposed

A new part of Jerusalem's 2,000 year-old aqueduct system has been discovered in Umm Tuba during construction of a sewer line.

Watch: Jews Wait 3 Hours to Enter Temple Mount on Jerusalem Day

Video taken on Jerusalem Day shows tourists waiting five minutes to enter the Temple Mount, while Jews wait three hours.

Officers at Terror Scene: 'There Was No Time to Waste'

Border Police officers present at Wednesday morning's car attack in A-Tur describe how training saved their lives.

Breaking news

Two Injured in Jerusalem Car Terror Attack

Two police officers wounded in attack near Mount of Olives; terrorist attempted to 'confirm kill' but was neutralized.

Hotovely: There is a Consensus in Israel Regarding Jerusalem

Deputy Foreign Minister meets Norwegian Foreign, tells him Israelis agree that Jerusalem must remain united.

Watch Live: 'Lions of Zion' Awarded in Jerusalem

Annual $50,000 Moskowitz Prize for Zionism takes place in Jerusalem's City of David.

Netanyahu: Those Who Want Divided Jerusalem 'Don't Live Here'

Netanyahu vows to keep Jerusalem united in special Cabinet meeting.

PA, Hamas Blast Netanyahu Over Comments on United Jerusalem

Palestinian Authority and Hamas condemn Israeli Prime Minister for saying Jerusalem will never be divided again.

13-Year-Old Unearths Ancient Wine Press in Jerusalem

Antiquities Authority announces the discovery of a 1,400-year-old wine press in Jerusalem - unearthed by a teen.

Netanyahu, Herzog Spar Over Keeping Jerusalem United

PM vows never to divide Jerusalem, defends Israel's right to build in its capital; Herzog accuses him of paying 'lip service.'

Maklev: It's Hard to Live in Jerusalem

UTJ MK Uri Maklev asserts at Jerusalem Lobby meeting that Knesset must do more to help solve housing crisis in Israel's capital.

Worrisome Jerusalem Day Poll Has Activists Rolling Up Sleeves

25% of Religious-Zionist public would agree to hand over parts of Jerusalem for peace treaty. KeepJerusalem head: 'Time to wake up.'

Sa'ar to Netanyahu: Don't Talk About Building, Build

Former Likud minister calls on PM Netanyahu to build throughout the city of Jerusalem instead of just talking about it.

Netanyahu Pledges: Jerusalem Will Never be Divided Again

At Mercaz Harav Yeshiva, Netanyahu promises that Jerusalem will never be divided again so long as he is Prime Minister.

It's Official: Jerusalemites Have More Fun

Central Statistics Bureau: 88% of Jerusalem residents are pleased with their lives, compared with 85% nationwide.

Plenty to Celebrate on Jerusalem Day

Jerusalem Day celebrates the liberation of the eternal Jewish capital after two millennia under occupation - but there's much more to it.

Car Terrorist Plowed into Police Shouting 'Allahu Akhbar'

Fadi Saleh, Arab from Jerusalem, charged for intentionally mowing down police officers last month.

MK Hazan: We Should Not Fear Living in Israel

Leading Jerusalem Day tour, MK Hazan stresses importance of building in Jerusalem, being able to walk through all parts of Israel.

Regev to Move Culture Ministry to Jerusalem

Newly appointed minister Miri Regev plans to move all Culture and Sports Ministry operations to capital, away from Tel Aviv headquarters.

ISA Thwarts Attack Against Security Forces Near City of David

Stabbing attack planned against security forces in Jerusalem's Kfar Hashiloach has been thwarted by arrests of slew of terrorists.

'It's a Complete Miracle I'm Alive,' Says Israeli Motorist

Victim of two rock-throwing attacks in the capital in less than a week's time, Chen Borochov recounts the moments of terror.

Gas Explosion Injures 4 in Jerusalem

Gas canister near Old City exploded, starting fire; four evacuated to area hospitals with burns, shrapnel wounds.

Groom Arrested on Wedding Day for Praying at Temple Mount

Accused of praying while on wedding day visit to Temple Mount, Honenu rushes to have groom released before his upcoming nuptials.

US, EU Condemn 'Illegal' Building in Jerusalem

Plans released to build 900 homes in Ramat Shlomo. EU, US condemn 'illegal' and 'disappointing' move.

Escalation? Major Missionary Event Scheduled for Jerusalem

After Raanana baptism, missionary groups upping their campaign to convert Jews with mega-event in southern Jerusalem.

Israel Approves 900 New Homes in Ramat Shlomo

Jerusalem district planning committee gives builders go-ahead to start construction in Ramat Shlomo five years after first announced.

One Wounded in Arab Attack on Home of Former Hevron Chief Rabbi

Arabs hurl rocks at students visiting new Jerusalem home of former chief rabbi of Hevron, hitting one in the head and wounding him.

Man Lightly Wounded in Jerusalem Rock Attack

40-year-old man suffers light injuries in Arab rock attack in Jerusalem.

Construction in Ramat Shlomo to Receive Final Approval

Five years after first announcement, Jerusalem neighborhood poised to receive approval for 1,500 new housing units.

Rabbi Involved in 'Cult' Case in Jerusalem Seminary Arrested

Seminary in Sanhedria raided and Rabbi Aharon Ramati arrested amid media storm; since 2014, parents have said he is running a 'cult.'

Shabbat Bus Service to Run in Jerusalem

Privately-funded Friday night buses to run from Pisgat Ze'ev to city center and back; drivers to be non-Jews.

Car Terror Victim Back on Her Feet: I Will Wait and Get Stronger

'Car terror' victim Shira Klein released from Hadassah Medical Center on Thursday after two week stay for life-threatening injuries.

Watch: Horrific Footage of Jerusalem Car Attack

Security camera footage shows the dramatic car attack which killed Shalom Yohai Sherki.

The simmering war

995 Attacks on Jerusalem Border Police Since 2014

Attacks aimed just at Border Police and SWAT teams since January 2014 nearing 1,000 mark, data reveals; 70% during 'peacetime.'

Another Police Cover Up? 'Bus Fire' Was Molotov Cocktail Attack

Among the slew of terror attacks over the weekend, the torching of a bus went unnoticed. Now police admit it was an attempted mass-murder.

Peace Now: Jerusalem Building 'G-d Forbid' a Sign of the Future

Radical leftist group laments tenders on 77 new homes in northern Jerusalem, saying it indicates coalition govt. will 'prevent peace.'

Security Minister Says 'We Can't Stop Attacks'

Residents of Jerusalem can expect continued terrorism, Internal Security Minister Yitzchak Aharonovich says.