Jerusalem

Young parents found shot dead in their Jerusalem apartment

Parents of 4 children found dead in their bedroom in Neve Yaakov. Police investigating possibility of murder-suicide as neighbors express shock.

Qatar Gate:

JPost Editor-in-Chief: Police tapped my phone without a warrant

Jerusalem Post Editor-in-Chief Zvika Klein investigated in Qatar Gate affair talks about his interrogation, Qatari funding, and his connections with the other suspects.

Report:

Czech Republic to relocate Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem

The Czech Republic is expected to soon announce the relocation of its embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, following consultations and US encouragement.

Meir Panim:

Giving with dignity in the wake of the war

For 25 years, Meir Panim has been a crucial part of Israel’s safety net, catering to those facing food insecurity and poverty. Since the October 7th massacre, the organization has rapidly expanded its mission to meet the evolving needs of the public.

PA activist warns 'Jerusalem moving toward complete Judaization'

Palestinian Arab activist Fakhri Abu Diab claims Israel is working to establish the 'Jewish presence' in eastern Jerusalem at the expense of Arabs.

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Police drag MK Naama Lazimi during protest near Knesset

Police documented dragging MK Naama Lazimi (The Democrats) during a left-wing protest near the Knesset.

Cabinet approves:

Maale Adumim - Jerusalem route - with no Palestinians

Cabinet approves Defense Minister's initiative for 'Sovereignty Road' in Jerusalem envelope, to divert Palestinian vehicles from route between the capital and Ma'ale Adumim.

Athens vs. Jerusalem

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Anti-conscription rally:

Haredi rioters attack police with rocks

A rally against haredi conscription turned violent when dozens of rioters blocked roads, shattered the window of a bus, and threw rocks and other projectiles at police.

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Conference on Combating Antisemitism in Jerusalem

The conference featured Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other senior officials from around the world, who will speak about the different challenges antisemitism presents and how to fight them.

Horrific

Demonstrator commits indecent act on female officer

Footage shows an anti-government protester obscenely clinging to a female Border Police officer during a demonstration in Jerusalem.

Jerusalem's protests reach Knesset

MK Dan Illouz demands urgent Knesset meeting, says disruption to lives of Jerusalem's residents cannot continue.

Infuriating footage:

Anti-government protesters tear down photos of fallen soldiers

Footage shows protesters tearing down banners with the photos of soldiers who fell in the war. 'In the Holy Land, which our fathers dreamt of in exile, nothing is holy anymore.'

Protesters:

'Bibi and Ben-Gvir's personal war'

Demonstrations against the government today saw unusually harsh rhetoric and threats of civil disobedience.

Missile from Yemen intercepted outside Israeli territory

Sirens sounded in localities across central Israel, Jerusalem and the Shfela regions following a launch from Yemen. IDF says a missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by the IAF prior to crossing into Israeli territory.

'We won't tolerate terrorism and incitement'

'No PLO flags or protests supporting terrorism. Jews deserve freedom of movement, Jewish Quarter should not suffer during Ramadan,' Minister Ben Gvir clarifies.

Missile from Yemen sets off sirens in Jerusalem

For 2nd time today, an attack from Yemen activated Red Alert sirens in Israel's capital and other parts of the country.

Missile fired from Yemen

Sirens in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem

For the first time in two months, sirens sounded in central Israel, the Shfela region, and in Jerusalem and the surrounding area. IDF says a missile from Yemen was intercepted before crossing into Israeli territory.

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Protester hit by taxi in Jerusalem

A taxi driver drove into a left-wing protester who blocked a road in the capital, lightly injuring him.

Anti-government protest:

Police refrain from towing cars parked in the middle of the road

Several anti-government protesters parked their cars to block several roads in Jerusalem. The police distributed fines, but the cars were not towed.

Infuriating image:

Effigy of haredi soldier hanged in Mea She'arim

A large dummy dressed as a haredi IDF soldier was hanged over the street in the Mea She'arim neighborhood in Jerusalem.

Purim in Jerusalem:

Captivity survivor Karina Ariev leads parade

The procession was led by survivor of Hamas captivity Karina Ariev, Dani Elgarat, whose brother Itzik was murdered in captivity, Yoav and Sharon Engel, whose son Ofir Engel returned from Hamas captivity, and Shlomi Hajaj, the uncle of hostage Rom Braslavski.

Shooting attack in Jerusalem on Ramadan foiled

The police and Shin Bet thwarted a shooting attack against security forces and civilians in Jerusalem during Ramadan.

Jerusalem

Shooting suspect to police: 'I prevented a terror attack'

The suspect who allegedly shot and lightly wounded a municipal sanitation worker in central Jerusalem claimed he prevented a terror attack. While searching his house, police found and seized substances suspected to be drugs.

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.