Jerusalem

New Musical Clip Highlights Bond Between Jews and Jerusalem

Composer and writer Cecelia Margules releases a video production of her song "Let Us Build", a musical tribute to Jerusalem.

Yair Lapid: The PA Will Give Up Jerusalem

Yair Lapid argues that if Israel does not compromise on “right of return,” Jerusalem, the PA will give in.

Two Vehicles Torched in Jerusalem

Two vehicles catch fire in Jerusalem’s French Hill neighborhood. Police believe Arabs responsible.

Border Guard Stabbed, 9 Cops Injured in Jerusalem Riot

A Border Guards officer was stabbed Tuesday night when Arabs in the Shuafat area of Jerusalem rioted.

Israel Issues New Tenders for 1,200 United Jerusalem Homes

Israel has issued tenders for additional 1,213 homes in areas of Jerusalem restored to the country after the Six-Day War, says Peace Now.

Determined Runner Does 2012 NYC 'Mattathon' in Jerusalem

Matt Krieger of Jerusalem made a commitment to run the NY Marathon to raise money for ALEH. No marathon? He ran anyway.

Churchill Bust in Jerusalem Pays Tribute to Great Leader, Friend

Winston Churchill was honored in Jerusalem with a statue proclaiming him a friend of the Jewish people and supporter of Zionist aspirations.

Arabs Stab 35-Year-Old Man in Jerusalem

Two Arabs stab and wound a 35-year-old Jewish man as he makes his way towards his home in Jerusalem.

Fears of Outbreak as Jerusalem Anti-Vaccine Trend Continues

Doctors fear that trend toward avoiding vaccine could mean a resurgence of childhood diseases in Israel’s capital.

Lapid: We Are Not a 'Left of Center' Party

In a speech Tuesday, Yair Lapid promised that if he became Prime Minister, Jerusalem would remain unified, under Israeli control.

Ariel: Bibi Letting Arabs ‘Steal’ Jerusalem

MK: Illegal Arab construction is taking over half of historic Jerusalem; PM does nothing to stop it.

Next Step Approved in Jerusalem Homes for Police, IDF

Israel has taken the next step in building new homes for retired police and IDF troops in outlying areas of Jerusalem, Peace Now says.

ADL Blasts European Union's One-Sided Criticism of Israel

The Anti-Defamation League blasted the European Union for its one-sided criticism of Israel.

Muslim Leader: Muslims Need to 'Liberate' Jerusalem

Israeli Arab Sheikh Raed Salah calls the Muslim world to work toward the liberation of Jerusalem from “the Israeli occupation.”

Netanyahu ‘Answers’ EU with More Yesha Homes

Netanyahu appears in Gilo to make it clear to the EU Israel will continue to build there. Foreign Ministry: 700 new homes.

IDF Nabs PA Terrorist with 8 Pipe Bombs

Border Police prevented a large-scale terrorist attack Tuesday by nabbing a Palestinian Authority terrorist with eight pipe bombs.

Hadassah Receives $10M to Open Heart Center in Jerusalem

Hadassah Medical Organization recieves $10 million gift to establish a cardiovascular wellness institute in Jerusalem.

Netanyahu Rejects EU: No Limits on Building in Jerusalem

“Jerusalem is our capital," and Israel will build there without limits, just as is done in London, Washington and Paris, says Netanyahu.

Israel to EU: Jerusalem Not Negotiable

Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman bluntly drew Israel's red line for the EU in a radio interview, saying “Jerusalem is not a settlement.”

Music and Zionism at 75th Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra Opening

A stirring rendition of Hatikva launched the 75th season of the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra to a packed auditorium of music lovers.

PA: Netanyahu Planned 11,000 New Housing Units in Jerusalem

Palestinian Authority sources report the Netanyahu government planned more than 11,000 new housing units around Jerusalem last year.

Jerusalem Mayor Dedicates Street to Famed Egyptian Singer

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat is set to name a street in the Arab neighborhood of Beit Hanina for renowned Egyptian singer Umm Kulthum.

Abbas Writes Obama: Unilateral Bid to UN Part of ‘Peace Process’

Abbas puts a new twist on the word “unilateral” and explains to Obama that the PA statehood bid to the UN actually is not unilateral.

Aleh Dedicates New Special Ed School in Jerusalem

The ALEH network for special children last week began the new year by dedicating a new school for its children in Jerusalem.

Armenian Church Leader Dead at 93

Torkom Manoogian, the Armenian patriarch of Jerusalem is dead, Arutz Sheva has learned.

American Congressional Rep. Speaks From Jerusalem

Rep. Trent Franks (R-Arizona) appeared on Fox News, speaking Friday night from Jerusalem.

Video: Chief Rabbis' Blessings for Arutz Sheva Readers

In an Arutz Sheva exclusive, the Chief Rabbi of Israel and the Chief Rabbi of Rehovot express their hopes and blessings for the coming year.

PA Plans to Use UN Recognition to Push Israel in Corner

The PA has admitted that it will use UN recognition of its demands as a tool to force Israel to accept them in “negotiations."

Video, Photos: Thousands March in Jerusalem

Thousands from around the world march in Jerusalem to express support for the State of Israel.

Over Sixty Countries March to Show Support for Israel

People from all over the world marched in Jerusalem today to show their support for Israel

Arabs Attack Firefighters with Rocks in Jerusalem Suburb

Firefighters called to deal with a fire in Shuafat, Jerusalem, were thanked for their efforts by Arabs hurling rocks at them.

Rage over Anti-Islam Film: Arab Woman Tries to Stab Policeman

A Jerusalem Arab woman, enraged by the “Innocence of Muslims” film, tried to stab and kill policeman, who thwarted the attempt.

Arab Protesters in Akko: Only Islamic State Can Calm the Rage

Arab protesters in the northern Israeli city of Akko say that “only a large and strong Muslim state can calm the rage.”

Murdoch: King David Was Right, Jerusalem is the Capital

Media mogul Rupert Murdoch said at an investment meeting that, “What was right for King David is right for me. Jerusalem is the capital."

Report: Jerusalem Within Range of New Iranian Missile

Iran is set to unveil a “domestically produced” cruise missile capable of reaching major Israeli cities, including Jerusalem.

Video: Evening of Modzitz Hassidut at Tovei Ha'Ir in Jerusalem

The Tovei Ha'ir Senior Citizen Residence in Jerusalem connects to the holidays with songs and stories of the Hassidut of Modz'itz.

Preservation of Jerusalem's Old City Walls Completed

One of the most important projects in Jerusalem, the conservation of the Old City walls and gates, is complete.

New GOP Ad Blasts Democrats on Jerusalem

New Republican Jewish Coalition ad highlights DNC's platform reversal, says party is "split when it comes to supporting Israel"

Video: Slichot - Carlebach Style, and at the Kotel

As Ashkenazi Jews began reciting "Slichot", a musical service was held in Jerusalem and thousands prayed at the Western Wall..

Democrats Bring Back 'Jerusalem' and 'G-d' to Party Platform

After facing sharp criticism, the Democrats bring back to their platform language which recognizes Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

Romney Criticizes Democrats Over Failure to Mention Jerusalem

Unlike previous years, the Democratic Party platform doesn’t state that Jerusalem is the capital of Israel.

Obama’s Platform Puts Israel, PA on Back Burner

Democrats' platform states "unshakeabale commitment" to Israel, with no mention of Jerusalem or peace process.

Room by Room, Jews Reclaim Home in Jerusalem

A Jewish family finally succeeds in moving into one room of a house owned by Jews but occupied by Arabs in the Silwan Valley.

'40 Years of Black Hole Thermodynamics' in Jerusalem

Jerusalem's Hebrew University is marking 40 years since Prof. Jacob Bekenstein published his groundbreaking paper on black hole entropy.

State Dept: Israel as Dangerous for Visit as Syria

The State Department has issued a travel warning for Israel, as it has for Syria. Apparently, though, Egypt is perfectly safe to visit

Photos: Thousands Pray at Rav Kook's Grave on Yarzheit

Thousands of people went to the Mount of Olives Tuesday on the 77th year since the death of Rabbi Avraham Yitzchak HaCohen.

Arab Victim of Jerusalem Brawl Suffers from Heart Disease

Police say that the Arab who was wounded in a brawl on Thursday night suffers from a heart disease.

Firefighters Battle Blaze Near Beit Shemesh

More than a dozen firefighting crews were called Monday to battle a forest fire south of the Jerusalem suburb of Beit Shemesh.

Video: Wall at Jerusalem Work Site Collapses

A disaster was avoided in a neighborhood in Jerusalem as dozens fled before a wall of a building collapsed, injuring one person.

Young Israel to Hold Siyum Hashas Thursday Eve in Jerusalem

The Jerusalem Great Synagogue will be overflowing Thursday, as the International Young Israel Movement presents its Siyum Hashas.

PA Libel: Israel Using Chemicals to Erode Al-Aqsa

A news story on PA TV accused Israel of using chemicals to erode the foundations of Al-Aqsa Mosque in order to cause it to collapse.

Watch: New Romney Ad Blasts Obama's Record on Israel

The Mitt Romney presidential campaign has released a new ad which criticizes the Obama administration's treatment of Israel.

Jerusalem Remembers Victims of Arab Pogrom

Residents of Jerusalem remember the slaughter of dozens of Jews at the hands of their Arab neighbors in 1929.

Woodstock in Jerusalem All About Peace and Rock

Arutz Sheva visits the fourth Jerusalem Woodstock Revival concert, featuring Israeli artists performing music from the 1960s.

Hareidi Protest against 'Gay' Parade

Hundreds protest homosexual parade in Jerusalem. Baruch Marzel brings donkeys.

Mitt Romney Forms Jewish American Coalition

Days after returning from his trip to Israel, Mitt Romney formed a Jewish American coalition in an effort to bolster his bid for presidency.

10 Years Since Hebrew University Terrorist Bombing

Ceremonies were held Tuesday marking 10 years since a massacre of Hebrew University students and staff by Palestinian Authority terrorists.

China: Romney’s Pro-Jerusalem Views May Ignite War

China has refused to buck Iran and Syria and now goes goes to bat for Arabs: Romney’s pro-Jerusalem view could spark war.

Video: White House Rejects Israel’s Naming Its Capital

The White House criticized Romney for daring to adopt a policy on Jerusalem that is different from previous administrations.

Jerusalem: Arabs Attack Yeshiva Students with Belts

One yeshiva student needed to be hospitalized after Arabs attacked a group of students and hit them with belts over Shabbat.