Jerusalem

Jerusalem Hopes for End to ‘Ghost Apartments’

Deputy mayor expresses hope that higher taxes will make overseas owners think twice about leaving Jerusalem homes empty.

MK Calls on IDF To Be Gentle With Yeshiva Student Arrests

In light of protests over draft-dodging arrest, MK David Azoulay calls for IDF to proceed with caution in dealing with yeshiva students.

Chabad Rabbi Brings Hanukkah Message of Unity to J'lem Station

Iconic restored Ottomon-era station may be open on Shabbat - but rather than protest, a local synagogue is spreading some Hanukkah joy.

Rock-Throwing Terrorists Target Jerusalem Bus

Arabs hurl rocks at a bus in the Gilo neighborhood of Jerusalem. No injuries reported.

Saudi Arabia: Muslim Authority Threatens War Over Temple Mount

Saudi Arabia's highest Islamic authority blasts Israeli plans for Jewish prayer on Temple Mount, threatens 'religious war'.

Jerusalem: Arab Man Attacks Jew near Old City

Attack outside Old City just hours after mayor reveals increase in Arab-on-Jewish violence in the capital.

Jerusalem Mayor Acknowledges Upswing in Arab Violence

Nir Barkat, Jerusalem's mayor, admits increased violence from the city's Arab population; no appropriate punishment in place.

Injured Toddler's Mother Speaks Out

Shirit Ben-Tzion, whose daughter Avigail was seriously wounded by Arab rock-throwers yesterday, tells of her ordeal: 'They are not human'.

Councilman King Implementing Plans to 'Judaize Jerusalem'

Nationalist Jerusalem councilman talks plans to outlaw muezzin call at night, bring Jews to 'seam' communities and boost security.

Jerusalem Councilman Shkedi's 'Hanukkah Miracle'

Nationalist Shkedi makes near complete recovery after suffering a stroke on November 7 at his Jerusalem home.

Hassidic 'New Year' Celebrated in Jerusalem

Thousands flood to Jerusalem in honor of the anniversary of the release of the founder of Chabad hassidism.

Members of Terrorist Cell Arrested for Suspected Rock-Throwing

10 Issawiya teenagers arrested on allegations of throwing stones at IDF soldiers, Israeli civilians.

Video: Rock-Throwing is Not Just ‘a Game’

Video response to New York Times describing attacks as a 'hobby' demonstrates how rock-throwers’ techniques meant to cause injury, death.

Mount Scopus Park Project Approved

Despite efforts by Minister Amir Peretz to stop it, a new national park on Mount Scopus in Jerusalem has been approved.

Yeshiva Student Lightly Wounded in Jerusalem Rock Attack

24 -year-old yeshiva student lightly wounded after being struck by a rock near the Mount of Olives.

Leftists Unite Against Nationalist Jerusalem City Councillor

Radical organizations appear to be joining in call to remove Jerusalem council member Aryeh King from Mayor Barkat's coalition.

New Jerusalem Neighborhood Tailor-Made for American Olim

Unique project provides a place for hundreds of American olim looking for something to suit their needs.

'American Blood Not Redder Than Ours'

Anti-terror organizations, bereaved families stage protest outside of US Secretary of State's hotel in statement against terrorist releases.

Jerusalem: Mass Demolition of Illegal Arab Buildings in Works

After demolition of illegal church-owned building in eastern Jerusalem, mass enforcement of law in capital revealed to be on the way.

Lapid: Jerusalem Not on the Table

Finance Minister denies reports that Israeli team has offered to split Jerusalem.

Police Prepare for Memorial Service for Rabbi Ovadiah Yosef

Jerusalem Police finished preparations for a memorial service for Rabbi Yosef, which completes traditional 30-day mourning period

Sandbox Spreads Disease in Jerusalem Preschool

Parents of children enrolled in a preschool in Jerusalem's Pat neighborhood claim sandbox has not been cleaned for years.

Jerusalem Hamas Recruiter Gets 3.5 Years

Jerusalem District Court sentences members of Hamas cell in Jerusalem for terrorist activities.

PA: Israel is Destroying the Peace Process

PA says Israel is “trying to wreck peace talks” with plans to build 1,500 new homes in Ramat Shlomo.

Israel to Promote New Jerusalem Construction

Israel will promote new construction projects in Jerusalem, including hundreds of new housing units in Ramat Shlomo.

Report: Fewer Young Couples Leaving Jerusalem

Fewer young people moved out of Jerusalem last year, according to the Jerusalem Institute for Israel Studies (JIIS).

The Deal that Saved Barkat

Barkat reportedly convinced hareidi candidate to stay in the race, drawing votes from Leon.

Lion: My Intentions Were Sincere and True

Moshe Lion, who ran for mayor Jerusalem and lost, thanked MK Lieberman for his support.

Barkat Re-elected in Jerusalem

Despite a relatively low voter turnout, preliminary results show that the mayors of Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and Haifa have been re-elected.

Candidates Wait for Results, Close Races Expected

Votes being counted across the country. Huldai, Barkat worried over low turnout. Exit poll shows Yahav victory in Haifa.

Jerusalem Resident Jailed for Spying for Hezbollah

38 year-old Issam Hashem Mashahara of Jerusalem's Jabel Mukabar neighborhood sentenced to three and a half years in prison.

Livni: Shocked That Ministers Would Prevent Talks on Jerusalem

Justice Minister Tzippy Livni spoke out against a law that would require any withdrawals from land within Jerusalem to be approved by 80 MKs

Barkat: I Am Not a Leftist

Speaking to Arutz Sheva, Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat sought to dispel rumors of a political pact with the far-left.

Hareidi Mayoral Candidate Promises to Keep Jews Off Temple Mount

Hareidi J'lem mayoral candidate Haim Epstein appeals to Arabs by promising to prevent Jews from praying on Judaism's holiest site.

Law Would Require 80 MKs for Jerusalem Withdrawals

The government approved a law requiring any withdrawals from land within the city limits of Jerusalem to be approved by 80 MKs

Public Debate on J'lem Master Plan on Sunday

As part of the 'Jerusalem 5800’ project, political candidates from all sides will weigh in on 30-year plan.

Missing Millionaire's Jerusalem Assets Up for Sale

Some of the assets in Jerusalem of Guma Aguiar, who has been missing for more than a year, have been put up for sale.

Barkat: Shas Politicking During R. Ovadia's Shiva Inappropriate

Aryeh Deri and Avigdor Lieberman are ganging up on him in a most inappropriate way, said the mayor of Jerusalem.

Landau: Peretz’s Policy will mean Split Jerusalem

Tourism Minister warns of harsh consequences as Minister Peretz freezes plans for national park that angered Arabs in Jerusalem.

Vehicle Attacked with Rocks on the Way to Funeral

A vehicle was attacked in Jerusalem by rock-throwing Arabs as it was making its way to the funeral of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef.

Anticipation Mounting for Ramat Givat Zeev Sales Event in U.S.

For the first time, all professionals involved in the project will be in the United States to help buyers select and design their new homes.

Thousands Gather in Jerusalem, Tell Government to Build

Participants in the “One State for One Nation” convention called on the government to ignore pressure and build in Judea and Samaria.

Jerusalem Councillor: Time to Stop Illegal Mosque Noise

Residents of the Pisgat Ze'ev neighborhood of Jerusalem have still found no relief from the ongoing din made by mosque muezzins

'Price Tag' Vandalism in Jerusalem's Old City

The tires of five vehicles were punctured during the night in Jerusalem's Old City. A nearby wall was sprayed with the words "price tag".

Jerusalem Tragedies: Young Biker Killed, Baby Suffers Crib Death

A ten year old boy was killed when he was knocked off his bicycle after it was hit by a truck in Jerusalem

Watch: Simchat Beit Hasho'eva Celebrations Across Israel

As the festival of Sukkot draws to a close, footage from joyous celebrations throughout the country.

Jewish Couple, Young Child, Escape Lynch-Mob in Jerusalem

Young couple, along with their four year-old son, narrowly escape Arab mob; "if they'd had a gun, it would have ended differently."

'You Feel Like You're On Top of the World'

Rabbi Efraim Shore of the Aish HaTorah organization shares a message of unity at the priestly blessings in Jerusalem

'We Prayed for This for Thousands of Years'

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat tells of his feelings experiencing the "birkat kohanim" and the Kotel. "No one should take this for granted."

In Pictures: Priestly Blessings at the Western Wall

Israeli Chief Rabbis join thousands of worshippers at this year's Sukkot 'birkat kohanim' at the Kotel in Jerusalem.

Israel-PA Negotiations Continue Amid Jordan Valley Controversy

Talks continue apace in Jerusalem on Monday, as PA officials continue to leak details to the press.

Jewish Home Party Split in Race for Jerusalem

Local Bayit Yehudi branch, national list, each stick to their own candidates.

Jerusalem Security Heightened for Yom Kippur Eve

Police are prepared to to respond immediately to the "Day of Rioting" called on by terrorist factions.

Terrorism Disguised as Charity

Three Hamas men convicted of running a Hamas front group in Jerusalem, whilst operating under the guise of charitable activity.

Jewish Residents of Jerusalem Victims of Daily Rock Attacks

Jewish residents of Jerusalem’s Abu Tor neighborhood have been the victims of repeated rock attacks by Arab residents of the neighborhood.

Jerusalem Honors Israeli Black Panthers Founder

Jerusalem to name a street for ‘Black Panthers’ founder, MK and long-time activist Saadia Marciano.

Barkat: 'Jerusalem Cannot Be Split'

The Mayor of Jerusalem speaks out on his belief that Israel must not give up any part of Jerusalem.

Threats End Hareidi Woman's Jewish Home Candidacy

Candidate Racheli Ivenboim says she faced threats her children would be forced out of school. 'Time for the hareidi community to decide.'

In Pictures: Prayer and Repentance at the Western Wall

Saturday night marked the start of the recital of "selichot" prayers for Ashkenazic Jews throughout the world.

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Jerusalem Terrorist Attack Foiled

Hamas cell recruited Arab maintenance workers at Jerusalem's busy Mamilla mall, and planned to target shoppers during the holiday period.