Jerusalem

Hamas Calls for Escalation After Arab Bus Driver's Suicide

Hamas claims death of Arab bus driver was 'murder', calls for escalation against Israel for 'committing crimes against our people.'

Pouring fuel on the fire

Riots as Arab Bus Driver's Death Blamed on 'Settlers'

Police report suicide after Arab Egged driver found in capital hanged with no signs of violence on him; claims of foul-play spark riots.

Stabbing Victim Heals as Police Manhunt Continues

Police continue the hunt after the Arab terrorist who stabbed a hassidic Jew with a screwdriver in Jerusalem; victim's condition is 'good.'

Breaking

Jewish Man Stabbed in Jerusalem Terrorist Attack

35 year-old victim fully conscious; perpetrator still at large.

Jerusalem Mayor Cancels Visit to London Due to Ongoing Violence

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat cancelled a previously scheduled visit to London, in light of tense atmosphere in capital city.

Liberman: No Limitations on Jewish Construction in Jerusalem

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman fires back at EU condemnation of 'settlement building,' says limitations are 'unacceptable.'

Abbas Blames Israel for Tensions in Jerusalem

Speaking with Germany's Foreign Minister, PA Chairman blames the "escalation triggered by the Israeli government."

German Foreign Minister Praises Easing of Jerusalem Tensions

Frank-Walter Steinmeier hails easing of restrictions on Muslim worshippers - and continuation for Jews - on Temple Mount.

German Foreign Minister to Visit Israel on the Weekend

Germany's foreign minister, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, will travel to Israel and the Palestinian Authority on the weekend amid tensions.

Police Cordon Off Volatile Arab Neighborhood in Jerusalem

Terror hotbed of Issawiya has entrances closed and enforcement heightened in effort to stamp out 'silent intifada.'

Kerry Meets Abbas in Jordan as Unrest Continues

PA chief hosts US Secretary of State in his Amman home; Islamists vow to reject new Temple Mount security measures.

Psaki: Jerusalem Construction 'Exacerbates' Violence

State Department insists construction 'flies in the face' of the two-state solution in latest backlash against Jewish homes in Jerusalem.

Jerusalem: Police Arrest Jewish Teen for Wearing Neck Warmer

Crackdown on terror takes a turn for the absurd, after police accuse a Jewish teen of conspiracy to commit a crime for staying warm.

Approved: 200 Jewish Homes in Jerusalem

Commitee for Jerusalem construction approves building tenders, in first stage of effort to build 600 homes in packed capital.

Arab Teen Apprehended with Knife in Jerusalem's Old City

17 and a half year old threatens police, saying 'ISIS and Hamas will take care of you' before being arrested.

Intense Protests at Hebrew University over Incitement

Arabs call to 'liberate Palestine,' fight security forces in Jerusalem - causing Jewish students to counter-protest against incitement.

Violence Continues as Arab Rioter Shot Dead Near Hevron

Israeli security forces boost presence in Judea and Samaria; Bedouin woman arrested in possession of M16 in Negev.

Ministers, MKs React Furiously to Gush Etzion Attack

Minister says Israel must 'un-handcuff police to dash the head of the snake'; others pin the blame on Abbas's incitement.

Abbas Says Arafat's 'Shrine' Will Move to Jerusalem

Abbas speaks at memorial event to PLO arch-terrorist, says his grave will transplant to 'capital of Palestine' as soon as possible.

Arab Sector Strikes, Blame Aharonovich for Shooting Israeli Arab

'Solidarity strike' for eliminated terrorist in Arab sector; Arabs - like Jews - blame Aharonovich for security spiraling out of control.

Peretz Readies for Dismissal, Clashes with Netanyahu Over Role

Clashes erupt between PM, minister over role of ministers in the government - and whether Peretz is 'folding in the face of terror.'

PM: 'We Will Not Tolerate Calls for the Destruction of Israel'

Netanyahu instructs authorities to ban extremist Islamist groups, warns world powers over allowing Iran to retain nuclear program.

Watch: Arabs Tear Hole Through Jerusalem Security Fence

Palestinians outside Jerusalem smash through barrier, comparing it to 'Berlin wall', in latest footage of Jerusalem unrest.

Watch: Firework 'War Zone' as Arabs Target Police in Jerusalem

Shocking footage shows how Arab rioters utilizing fireworks as a weapon of war in Jerusalem.

Police Raise Nationwide Terror Alert

After police shooting of Hir Alhamdan, riots and attacks break out in Galilee, Shomron, and Jerusalem. Approximately 11 injured Saturday.

Baby Among Several Wounded in Arab Rock Attacks

Police battle rioters as rock attacks in Galilee, Samaria and Jerusalem leave at least 6 wounded, including a baby.

Top EU Diplomat Calls to Divide Jerusalem

EU foreign affairs chief Federica Mogherini says Jerusalem should be capital of 'two states,' as Netanyahu rejects 'settlement' criticism.

Ya'alon: MKs Who Visit Temple Mount Fuel Incitement

Defense Minister calls MKs to maintain the "sensitive status quo" and refrain from visiting the Temple Mount.

Report: Netanyahu Orders Demolition of Terrorists' Homes

Netanyahu to seal or demolish terrorists' homes, an official leaked to reporters - but it is unclear whose homes, and when.

Call to Mobilize Reservists to Secure Jerusalem

Beit Aryeh council head Avi Naim says the time is ripe to call up reservists for Jerusalem - and may be the way to establish deterrence.

EU Warns of 'Return to Violence' if Peace Talks Stay Stalled

EU foreign affairs chief blithely claims talks could prevent months-long violence, reiterates opposition to 'settlement building.'

Jerusalem: Shalit Deal Terrorist Arrested for Stirring Up Riots

Clashes continue overnight in the capital, with key arrest revealing the role of released terrorists in ongoing Jerusalem violence.

Breaking News

Two Killed in Jerusalem Car Terror Attack

Five seriously wounded after incident in capital near Old City; Hamas terrorist shot dead by police.

Teen Wounded in Hamas Car Attack Dies

17-year-old grandson of Shas Council of Torah Sages rabbi becomes second fatality from Jerusalem car attack on Wednesday.

Peace Partner? Abbas's Fatah Demands More Car Terror Attacks

'Moderate' Fatah issues spate of cartoons and images calling for more terrorism against Jews; 'run over the foreign settler!'

Coping with 'silent intifada'

Armed Guard to Kindergarten? 'That's Jerusalem'

Arutz Sheva speaks with resident of Kidmat Tzion in eastern part of the capital, where 'a day without rocks is a miracle.'

'This Isn't an Intifada, It's War'

Former Jerusalem police chief Aryeh Amit says it's time for the government to make the decision to fight terrorism.

Schools Cancel Jerusalem Trips After Latest Attack

After Wednesday's terror attack in Jerusalem, schools around Israel decided to cancel class trips to the city.

Importers: Don't Ban Firecrackers to Fight Jerusalem Terror

Many of the recent attacks by Arab inJerusalem unrest have included firecrackers - but they shouldn't be banned, say importers.

Watch: 'How I Shot the Jerusalem Car Terrorist'

Border Policeman describes details of Wednesday's attack to Arutz Sheva - including how he was finally eliminated.

'Jews Are Exercising Basic Human Right' on Temple Mount

Temple Institute's Rabbi Richman responds to claims that escalation of violence in Jerusalem is fault of Jews ascending the Temple Mount.

Kerry Blasts Jerusalem Terror Attack for 'Raising Tensions'

US Secretary of State says road rampage 'only makes matters worse,' after third attack in capital in two weeks kills one and wounds 10-15.

Sickening: Arab Youths Take 'Selfie' at Site of Jerusalem Attack

Two youths grin into the camera even as medics treat the wounded behind them - encapsulating sense of impunity in one picture.

Rivlin: 'No Absolution' for Terrorists

President Reuven Rivlin expresses 'utter disgust' at Jerusalem attack, notes similar disunity felt in the days before Rabin's murder.

Hamas Leaders Full of Praise for Jerusalem Car Terror Attack

Hamas official echoes Mahmoud Abbas's call for Palestinians to use 'all means' to oppose Israeli presence on Temple Mount.

Netanyahu Vows: We Will Win the Struggle for Jerusalem

After another Israeli was killed in a terror attack Wednesday, Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu slams PA chief Mahmoud Abbas.

Police Dawdle on Shooting at Jerusalem Councilman's House

Police incompetence: After Yehuda Glick shot, police revealed to have 'turned deaf ear' on targeting of Jerusalem Councilman Arieh King.

EU Foreign Affairs Chief: Jewish Homes 'Detrimental to Peace'

Federica Mogherini says building Jewish homes in capital questions Israel's 'commitment to peace' prior to official visit.

Palestinian Media Calls Terror Attack 'Car Accident'

Rampage in Jerusalem labeled an 'accident,' victims are 'settlers and soldiers' in Arab media.

Jerusalem Mayor: PA Trying to Create Havoc in Jerusalem

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat tells Arutz Sheva Palestinian Authority incitement to blame for ongoing deadly violence.

Aharonovich at Attack Scene Warns: 'It's Not the Last'

Interior Security minister says security can't be achieved by given time limit, Bennett: 'Abbas drove the death car in Jerusalem.'

New Jerusalem Building Plan 'A Drop in the Bucket'

244 units approved, most after years of shelving, as deputy mayor slams US criticism and slow pace of construction.

Erekat: Jewish Homes in Jerusalem a 'Slap in the Face' to US

PA chief negotiator Saeb Erekat livid over more construction announcements, claims move insults US, international community, peace.

PA's Prime Minister: We'll Fight Israel's 'Judaization'

Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Rami Hamdallah threatens Israel against “Judaizing” Jerusalem, promises to "resist occupation".

Danish Foreign Minister Condemns Jerusalem Construction

Danish Foreign Minister Martin Lidegaard, in Israel for a visit, says new Jerusalem construction "hinders negotiations".

Push to Reroute Jerusalem Light Rail Due to Violence

Former mayoral candidate furious after proposal to reroute rail stricken from agenda, says 90K people should have access to transport.

US Criticises 'Unfortunate' Decision to Build Homes in Jerusalem

In repeat of last week's criticism, State Dept. claims building Jewish homes in the capital is 'illegitimate settlement activity.'

Approved: 400 Housing Units to Be Built in Jerusalem

Just one week after 1,000 housing units broke de facto freeze in the capital, Ramat Shlomo to see another 400 Jewish homes built.

Rivlin: We Will Not Tolerate Terror in Our Capital

In a speech at the Begin Center, where Yehuda Glick was shot, President Rivlin declares: We will continue to develop Jerusalem.

US Supreme Court to Decide 'Jerusalem, Israel' Passport Case

Menachem Zivotofsky's passport says 'born in Jerusalem' but his parents want "Israel" added to the place of birth.