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Terror in Jerusalem

Watch: Two Officers Stabbed in Jerusalem's Old City

Video shows harrowing moments as knife-wielding Arab terrorist catches officers by surprise, wounds them.

Watch: Two Officers Stabbed in Jerusalem's Old City

Two Officers Stabbed in Jerusalem's Old City

Two police officers stabbed and lightly wounded near the Lion's Gate. The stabber fled the scene.

Two Officers Stabbed in Jerusalem's Old City

Israel Returns Bodies of Har Nof Murderers

Ghassan and Uday Abu al Jamal silently buried overnight in Jerusalem, reversing precedent-setting deterrent.

Israel Returns Bodies of Har Nof Murderers

'Police Didn't Help' After Cinder Block Attack in Jerusalem

Special interview: Jeff Seidel recounts harrowing attack by 15-25 Arabs youths on Mount of Olives, is told he is 'lucky to be alive.'

'Police Didn't Help' After Cinder Block Attack in Jerusalem

Herzog and Livni: Bibi is Exploiting Jerusalem

Labor leader and Hatnua chairwoman dismiss Netanyahu's criticism of their comments on Jerusalem.

Herzog and Livni: Bibi is Exploiting Jerusalem

Old City Jerusalem Initiative: Colorful Menorahs Adorn Roads

Families in Jerusalem's ancient Old City take part in competition, placing creative Menorahs in 'strategic' locations.

Old City Jerusalem Initiative: Colorful Menorahs Adorn Roads

Netanyahu: We Didn't Return to the Kotel to Reach it in APCs

Netanyahu slams Labor for vowing to keep Kotel while giving up surrounding territory, promises to keep Jerusalem sovereign.

Netanyahu: We Didn't Return to the Kotel to Reach it in APCs

Eight Palestinians Charged with Incitement Against Jews

Eight residents of eastern Jerusalem, arrested last week, have been charged with inciting terror attacks and violence against Jews.

Eight Palestinians Charged with Incitement Against Jews

Herzog and Livni Pledge to Keep Kotel Under Israel's Sovereignty

"Tzipi and I are committed to guarding our capital Jerusalem," says Labor leader at candle-lighting at the Kotel.

Herzog and Livni Pledge to Keep Kotel Under Israel's Sovereignty

Young Boy Calls Jews 'Barbaric Apes' on Hamas TV

In a children's television program, a young boy reads the poem 'I Do Not Fear the Gun' as a message to 'the enemy.'

Young Boy Calls Jews 'Barbaric Apes' on Hamas TV

Bloomberg Charity Grants Money to Jerusalem and Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv and Jerusalem chosen as two out of 14 cities to receive grant money from Bloomberg Philanthropies

Bloomberg Charity Grants Money to Jerusalem and Tel Aviv

Watch: Jerusalem Councilman Reveals '8 Neighborhoods Judenrein'

Arieh King explains fight to redeem Jewish land in capital against racist government decision, and how Obama's policy is pure anti-Semitism.

Watch: Jerusalem Councilman Reveals '8 Neighborhoods Judenrein'

Jerusalem: Police Arrest Arabs Behind Online Incitement Campaign

Eight Arab extremists arrested in Jerusalem in largest operation of its kind against online incitement.

Jerusalem: Police Arrest Arabs Behind Online Incitement Campaign

Terrorist Throws Acid at Jewish Family Near Jerusalem

Palestinian acid attack wounds six in Gush Etzion, including children, south of Jerusalem; terrorist shot and wounded.

Terrorist Throws Acid at Jewish Family Near Jerusalem

Poll: Most Palestinian Arabs Support Recent Terror Wave

An overwhelming majority of Palestinian Arabs support the recent spate of terrorist attacks against Israelis, new poll finds.

Poll: Most Palestinian Arabs Support Recent Terror Wave

Watch: What Happens When a PLO Flag is Flown in Meah Shearim?

Hareidi man displays some impressive acrobatics in dealing with a Neturei Karta provocation in the heart of Jerusalem.

Watch: What Happens When a PLO Flag is Flown in Meah Shearim?

Palestinian Wounded in November Car Attack Dies of Wounds

60-year-old Abd al-Karim Nafith Hamid was injured in November 5 attack at Jerusalem light rail station.

Palestinian Wounded in November Car Attack Dies of Wounds

Scare tactics?

Report: US to Impose Sanctions Against Israel over Construction

Report that US may go beyond condemnation of Israel for building in Jerusalem may be an attempt to influence elections, analysts say.

Report: US to Impose Sanctions Against Israel over Construction

Jerusalem to Invest Millions in Har Homa

Development project to rehabilitate Har Homa neighborhood to be implemented within weeks, include parks, roads, green spaces.

Jerusalem to Invest Millions in Har Homa

Ya'alon Cancels Housing Project for Soldiers Over 1949 Lines

Defense Minister cancels housing project for career soldiers in eastern Jerusalem. Claims it was lack of demand, but sources say otherwise.

Ya'alon Cancels Housing Project for Soldiers Over 1949 Lines

Anti-Israel Incitement in State-Funded Jerusalem Schools

Arab Jerusalem Teachers' Association head describes Israel as 'Islamic Palestinian Arab.' Have PA educational norms seeped into the capital?

Anti-Israel Incitement in State-Funded Jerusalem Schools

Two Arabs Arrested For Threatening Jew With a Knife

Border Patrol arrested two Arab youths for threatening Jew with a knife. Knife found during body search and the two youths confessed.

Two Arabs Arrested For Threatening Jew With a Knife

Left Blames 'Jewish State Law' for Kindergarten Arson

Aftermath of arson sees condemnation from officials and blame on the Likud from left-wing parties and organizations.

Left Blames 'Jewish State Law' for Kindergarten Arson

Arson on Jerusalem Kindergarten in Apparent 'Price Tag' Attack

Bilingual kindergarten set alight, emblazoned with anti-Arab graffiti; attack evokes strong condemnations from leftists, Ministers, MKs.

Arson on Jerusalem Kindergarten in Apparent 'Price Tag' Attack

Indictment: Islamists Planned to Attack Feiglin, Glick

Arab rioters allegedly planned targeted attack on Likud MK Feiglin, Temple Mount rights activist Glick - the day before Glick was shot.

Indictment: Islamists Planned to Attack Feiglin, Glick

Barkat Admits 'Personal Security Eroded in Jerusalem'

'We've gone through worse,' says Barkat of terror wave, commits to discriminatory 'status quo' on Temple Mount forbidding Jewish prayer.

Barkat Admits 'Personal Security Eroded in Jerusalem'

Eichmann Trial Documents: From Trash to Auction

Trove of prosecution documents from Eichmann trial up for auction in Jerusalem. Documents found in a Jerusalem dumpster a few months ago.

Eichmann Trial Documents: From Trash to Auction

Jerusalem Stabbing Classified as Terror Attack - Not a 'Fight'

Police correct initial false claim that Arab stabbing of Jewish students in Old City was 'fight between two parties.'

Jerusalem Stabbing Classified as Terror Attack - Not a 'Fight'

'I Held a Talmud in One Hand and Fought with the Other'

Victim recalls attack by Arab gang Monday night; dismisses claims it was a mutual 'fight'.

'I Held a Talmud in One Hand and Fought with the Other'

Ariel Cancels Temple Mount Visit Over Security

Housing Minister cancels semi-annual visit due to terror in Jerusalem - and after Shin Bet request to reconsider.

Ariel Cancels Temple Mount Visit Over Security

Jewish Man Stabbed in Old City of Jerusalem

Jewish man in moderate to severe condition after being stabbed in Old City of Jerusalem. Paramedics were at the scene providing care.

Jewish Man Stabbed in Old City of Jerusalem

New 'Trend'? Another Jerusalem Synagogue Targeted

Nof Tzion synagogue the frequent site of fireworks attacks, a resident tells Arutz Sheva. Has the Har Nof massacre started a trend?

New 'Trend'? Another Jerusalem Synagogue Targeted

Arutz Sheva exclusive

Police Blame Jewish Victims for Arab Ambush Attack

Jerusalem students furious after two wounded by Arabs wielding crow-bars and firebombs, police define it as 'mutual provocation.'

Police Blame Jewish Victims for Arab Ambush Attack

'Third Intifada'

Child Terrorists in Jerusalem: 'We're Ready to Die'

Step inside the mind of youngest Arab terrorists who abandoned school for intifada; 'all I think about is how to attack police officers.'

Child Terrorists in Jerusalem: 'We're Ready to Die'

Arabs Wound Two Jews in Eastern Jerusalem

Two Jewish men who made their way to a yeshiva in eastern Jerusalem attacked by Arabs.

Arabs Wound Two Jews in Eastern Jerusalem

Unrestricted Arab Access to Temple Mount to Continue Friday

Israeli police indicate they do not plan to bar young Muslim worshippers from Friday prayers at Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque.

Unrestricted Arab Access to Temple Mount to Continue Friday

Sister of Har Nof Terrorist Works for City of Jerusalem

The sister of one of the terrorists who carried out the synagogue attack in Jerusalem works for the city as a social worker.

Sister of Har Nof Terrorist Works for City of Jerusalem

Police Warn Nationalist Councilman Terrorists Targeting Him

Jerusalem Councilman Arieh King warned by police that he is targeted 'for harm by Islamic terrorists'; bullet already fired at his home.

Police Warn Nationalist Councilman Terrorists Targeting Him

Islamist Sheikh Declares 'Third Intifada Has Begun'

Islamic Movement head Raed Salah calls for violence from Arabs in Judea and Samaria, tells PA to give them a 'free environment' to do so.

Islamist Sheikh Declares 'Third Intifada Has Begun'

Police Seize Massive Weapons Shipment Headed for Jerusalem

Thousands of fireworks, swords, tasers and other weapons hidden among Christmas decorations likely destined for Arab rioters.

Police Seize Massive Weapons Shipment Headed for Jerusalem

Jerusalem's Security Tightens With Help From Israel's SEAL Unit

Day after synagogue attack, large police presence in Jerusalem. Meanwhile, police agree to let 23 Navy commandos volunteer for civil guard.

Jerusalem's Security Tightens With Help From Israel's SEAL Unit

Jordan's Parliament Prays for 'Hero' Jerusalem Terrorists

Jordan's parliament offers a prayer in honor of “the spirit” of the two terrorists who murdered five people in Jerusalem.

Jordan's Parliament Prays for 'Hero' Jerusalem Terrorists

Washington Stresses 'Consistent Opposition' to Construction

As expected, the United States condemns Israel's approval of new homes for Jews in Jerusalem.

Washington Stresses 'Consistent Opposition' to Construction

Security Council Condemns Jerusalem Terrorist Attack

UN Security Council strongly condemns the attack on a Jerusalem synagogue. Ambassador Prosor: Stop handing the Palestinians candy.

Security Council Condemns Jerusalem Terrorist Attack

Rivlin: Muslims, Jews 'Destined' to Live in Jerusalem Together

President Reuven Rivlin, one day after Har Nof massacre, insists that Israel is facing a Jewish-Muslim conflict it does not want.

Rivlin: Muslims, Jews 'Destined' to Live in Jerusalem Together

Exclusive

A Candid Interview with Economy Minister Naftali Bennett

Bennett speaks to Arutz Sheva about terrorism, deterrence, Temple Mount, Lapid, upcoming elections, and relationship with Uri Ariel.

A Candid Interview with Economy Minister Naftali Bennett

Approved: 78 Jewish Homes to Be Built in Jerusalem

50 homes in Har Homa, 28 in Ramot, in latest building tender announcement for the capital.

Approved: 78 Jewish Homes to Be Built in Jerusalem

Jerusalem Terror Victim Recounts Attack by Arabs with Iron Bars

Five Arabs surrounded Daniel Bronstein, sprayed pepper spray in his eyes, and beat him senseless - hours after the Har Nof massacre.

Jerusalem Terror Victim Recounts Attack by Arabs with Iron Bars

Massacre in Jerusalem

Five Killed in Terror Attack at Jerusalem Synagogue

Arab terrorists open fire at Agassi St. synagogue in Jerusalem; police shoot assailants dead.

Five Killed in Terror Attack at Jerusalem Synagogue

Parents Fight for Increased Security in Jerusalem Schools

Jerusalem parents organization announces new security measures after parents barrage mayor and municipality with calls for security guards.

Parents Fight for Increased Security in Jerusalem Schools

Death Toll in Jerusalem Attack Rises to 5

Police officer who was fatally wounded in the attack on a synagogue in Jerusalem dies of his wounds.

Death Toll in Jerusalem Attack Rises to 5

Jew Attacked by Arabs with Iron Bars in Jerusalem

Hours after terror attack, two Arabs attack Jewish youth near Old City, not far from Municipality building.

Jew Attacked by Arabs with Iron Bars in Jerusalem

Israel to Demolish Terrorists' Houses, Expel Terrorist's Wife

Israel to revoke residency permit for wife of one of 2 terrorists responsible for the morning's gruesome attack. PM orders homes demolished.

Israel to Demolish Terrorists' Houses, Expel Terrorist's Wife

EJC: EU Must Condition Aid to PA on Ending Incitement

European Jewish Congress says 'no more excuses' left to justify the PA's incitement, calls on EU to condition aid on ending incitement.

EJC: EU Must Condition Aid to PA on Ending Incitement

Report: Har Nof Terrorist Worked Next to Synagogue

Terrorists unofficially identified as cousins Uday and Rassan Abu Jamal - one of whom worked in store meters from the massacre site.

Report: Har Nof Terrorist Worked Next to Synagogue

Hamas, Islamic Jihad Praise Jerusalem Synagogue Massacre

Islamist terrorist groups hail Tuesday morning's brutal attack on a Jerusalem synagogue, tie it to suicide of Arab bus driver.

Hamas, Islamic Jihad Praise Jerusalem Synagogue Massacre

Chief Rabbi Calls on Muslim Religious Leaders to Condemn Attack

Chief Rabbi Lau says massacre on Jerusalem synagogue reminiscent of 'pogroms,' calls on Muslim leaders to stop 'cycle of bloodshed.'

Chief Rabbi Calls on Muslim Religious Leaders to Condemn Attack

Liberman: Responsibility for Synagogue Massacre Lies With Abbas

Foreign Minister says 'despicable act of murder' the result of PA chief's constant 'anti-Semitic remarks,' urges international condemnation.

Liberman: Responsibility for Synagogue Massacre Lies With Abbas

Har Nof Shooting 'Breaks Records for Depravity and Cruelty'

MKs react furiously to Tuesday morning's massacre in Jerusalem. Bennett: 'This is a declaration of war.'

Har Nof Shooting 'Breaks Records for Depravity and Cruelty'

UN Blames 'Occupation' for Jerusalem Violence, Calls for Talks

UN Security Council official claims talks could quell violence from Hamas, terrorists in Jerusalem - even if the facts say otherwise.

UN Blames 'Occupation' for Jerusalem Violence, Calls for Talks