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Israeli and US lawmakers celebrate Jerusalem Day

Israel's Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology addressed bipartisan US lawmakers in marking Jerusalem’s reunification

'Disproportionate use of force'

EU continues to pick sides against Israel

Kaja Kallas denounces Israeli military actions and civilian conduct, calls for ceasefire and renewed aid to Gaza.

MK Rothman to Arutz Sheva:

'The message of the celebrations - the land of Israel is ours'

MK Simcha Rothman speaks to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News during the Flag March about the significance of Jerusalem Day for the Israeli public.

Ben Gvir:

'Death penalty law for terrorists - this is the way of the Torah'

Minister Itamar Ben Gvir speaks at the Jerusalem Day rally at Mercaz Harav Yeshiva, comments on the importance of victory in the war against Israel’s enemies.

Smotrich at Western Wall:

'We’re liberating Gaza - and settling it'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich speaks at the Jerusalem Day rally at the Western Wall, addressing the importance of victory in the war against Hamas.

Netanyahu at Mercaz Harav:

'We are waging war against human beasts, we will defeat them'

Rosh Yeshiva Rabbi Yaakov Shapira, Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion, rabbis, dayanim and public figures attend celebration of the liberation and reunification of Jerusalem at prominent religious Zionist yeshiva.

Ben Gvir to Arutz Sheva:

'We want redemption, we fight for it, and we’re proud of it'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir speaks to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News from the Flag Dance in Jerusalem: "We are winning, we are all messianic."

Smotrich at Mercaz Harav:

'I call on the PM to apply sovereignty as soon as possible'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich speaks at the celebration marking Jerusalem Day at Mercaz Harav Yeshiva: "We are applying sovereignty de facto, but we need to take advantage of the support we have from the United States and apply sovereignty."

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Olim and Anglos celebrate Jerusalem Day

Approximately 1,500 English-speaking olim participated in the festive OU Israel Yom Yerushalayim prayer at the Armon HaNetziv Haas Promenade.

Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount for Jerusalem Day

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir ascended the Temple Mount for Jerusalem Day together with members of the Otzma Yehudit party.

Jerusalem's past in vivid colors:

KKL-JNF Archival Photos colorized for Jerusalem Day

Historic Jerusalem photos from 1924–1951 colorized to bring the city’s past vividly to life for Jerusalem Day.

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Jerusalem Day morning prayers at Western Wall

A festive Shacharit (morning) prayer is being held Monday morning with the participation of thousands of Hesder yeshiva students, rabbis, and public figures in honor of Jerusalem Day.

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Thousands dance at the Western Wall

Thousands march from central Jerusalem, through the gates of the Old City, to the Western Wall to celebrate the reunification of Jerusalem.

Jerusalem Day:

MK Tzvi Succot raises Israeli flag on Temple Mount

MK Tzvi Succot ascends Temple Mount on Jerusalem Day, raising Israeli flag, praying for victory in the war and the safe return of hostages, and emphasizing the importance of Jewish sovereignty on the sacred site.

Netanyahu:

Our enemies understand the destruction they brought on themselves

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at a special government meeting to mark Jerusalem Day in the City of David. The government called for the removal of obstacles to the appointment of David Zini to lead the ISA.

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Jerusalem Day prayers & celebrations begin at Western Wall

A festive Maariv prayer and the unfurling of a giant Israeli flag in the center of the Western Wall Plaza, with the participation of thousands and in the presence of the Rabbi of the Western Wall and Holy Sites, Rabbi Shmuel Rabinowitz; Jerusalem Mayor Mr. Moshe Lion; and other public figures.

Huckabee:

‘Trump reaffirmed the eternal capital’

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee hails Jerusalem's reunification, highlights Trump's recognition of the city as Israel's eternal capital, and pledges unwavering American support amid ongoing war and hostage crisis.

Watch: Jerusalem Day at Yeshivat Hakotel

Jerusalem Day celebrations at Yeshivat Hakotel began with an inspiring evening of prayer and Torah learning.

Hamas calls on Arabs to fight Jerusalem Day Flag March

Hamas official accuses Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir of encouraging the Temple Mount organizations to 'invade' the al-Aqsa Mosque and to 'desecrate it.'

Ben Gvir to Arutz Sheva:

'Will the government collapse? It depends on Netanyahu'

National Security Minister speaks to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News from the Flag March in Jerusalem, comments on possible hostage release deal and on the message he wishes to convey to Hamas.

Netanyahu:

'The war in Gaza is also about the wholeness of Jerusalem'

Video of Netanyahu shown at central ceremony in honor of Jerusalem Day at the Mercaz Harav Yeshiva in Jerusalem, marking the 57th anniversary of the unification of Israel’s capital.

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Jerusalem Day on the Temple Mount

The Temple Mount was opened this morning to Jewish visitors. Activist Michael Puah ascended the Mount with tefillin. "The Jewish people are filling the Temple Mount on Jerusalem Day to prove that we cannot be defeated.''

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Hesder yeshivas hold festive prayer at the Western Wall

After a night of Torah study at the Western Wall, yeshiva students hold festive Jerusalem Day prayers, before returning to Torah learning.

OU hosts Jerusalem Day event: 'We'll continue to build Jerusalem'

A total of 1,500 immigrants to Israel participate in festive prayer marking the 57th Jerusalem Day; OU Israel's Rabbi Avi Berman promises: 'We will continue to build up Jerusalem!'

The City of One Gate: Rabbi Neria on Jerusalem Day

A close student of Rabbi Kook answers a troubling question about the liberation of Jerusalem in 1967.

Five arrested:

Clashes at Damascus Gate before Flag March

Young Jews clashed with activists from the left-wing movements 'Standing Together' and the Humanitarian Guard and journalists who came to cover the march. Five were arrested for investigation.

PA livid at Minister Ben Gvir

Council of Endowments and Holy Places for Islam in Jerusalem calls on the King of Jordan and the international community to pressure Israel to avoid changing the status quo on the Temple Mount.

On Capitol Hill:

Congressional Israel Allies Caucus celebrates Jerusalem Day

Israel's Minister of Diaspora Affairs, Senator Ted Cruz, address Congressional gathering celebrating the reunification of Jerusalem.

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Dancing on the Temple Mount for Jerusalem Day

The Temple Mount opened this morning for the entry of Jews on the occasion of Jerusalem Day. Hundreds have already ascended the Mount. Several were detained for praying, singing and prostrating themselves.

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Thousands gather for Jerusalem Day Flag March

The annual parade and celebration of the reunification of Jerusalem begins at the Great Synagogue and passes through the Old City on the way to the Western Wall. Police: 20,000 marchers have arrived.

Celebrate Jerusalem Day

The Jewish people's right to Jerusalem and the Land of Israel is enshrined in international law. Opinion.

Jerusalem Day:

'Encouraging data on haredi employment in capital'

3,090 haredi new recruits to the Jerusalem work force in 2023; out of a total of 5,250

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Jerusalem Day celebrations at Yeshivat Hakotel

Celebrations begin for 57th anniversary of the liberation of Jerusalem.

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Rocket found in Eastern Jerusalem

The Shin Bet is investigating a rocket that was found in an open area in an Arab-populated area of Jerusalem.

Jewish man beaten on Jerusalem day and accused of assault

Man viciously beaten by Arab security guards chanting 'slaughter the Jew' questioned like a suspect when he files complaint.

First-ever celebration of Jerusalem Day in Canadian Parliament

Minister Amichai Chikli joins Canadian Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus for Jerusalem Day celebration.

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu:

The modern day blood libel

The press said that there was racism, violence, and hate at the flag march. Lies can kill, but lies do not have legs to stand on. Op-ed.

Watch: Jerusalem Day celebrations at Har Hamor Yeshiva

Hundreds of Har Hamor Yeshiva students celebrate 56 years of a united Jerusalem, with songs and dance.

Ben Gvir at Flag March:

'Despite the threats, we are not caving'

MK Nissim Vaturi: There is no need to fear anyone, this is our land, including Jerusalem.

Watch: Festive Jerusalem Day prayers throughout the city

Festive Jerusalem Day prayers are held in synagogues throughout Israel's capital: at the Western Wall, Hurva synagogue, and Armon Hanetziv.

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu:

'Jerusalem Day should be celebrated for an entire week'

Chief Rabbi of Tzfat on calls made by extremists against Arabs: It's only one or two people.

What is written on the Qassam rockets launched into Sderot?

The line of struggle for Jerusalem does not only cross Jews and non-Jews.

Netanyahu at Mercaz Harav:

'We won't have a better government, time to stop threatening'

Prime Minister sends hint to members of the coalition in his speech at the Jerusalem Day rally held at the Mercaz Harav Yeshiva.

Rabbi Leo Dee: Peace with Arabs will allow us to rebuild Temple

The bereaved father says he wants peace with the Arabs so that the Jewish People can 'rebuild the Temple' and really celebrate Jerusalem.

Ben Gvir to Netanyahu:

'Eliminating terrorists isn't climbing a high horse'

National Security Minister responds to Netanyahu who urged the members of the coalition to work together and pass the budget.

Two Jews injured in clashes near Jerusalem's Old City

Police work to re-establish order after rocks, various objects, are hurled near the Lions Gate in Jerusalem.

Photo gallery: Jerusalem Day in Mercaz Harav Yeshiva

Photographer Haim Twito presents photographs of the annual Jerusalem Day event at Mercaz Harav Yeshiva.

'They've become extremists'

Likud MK attacks party members who visited Temple Mount

Likud MK David Bitan called out his fellow party members who visited Judaism's holiest site ahead of Jerusalem Day.

Nefesh B'Nefesh:

Jerusalem #1 destination for North American immigrants

Jerusalem is the leading destination for North American aliyah: Nearly 1,200 newcomers expected in 2023.

Watch: Jerusalem Day celebration at Western Wall

Thousands march from Great Synagogue to the Western Wall to celebrate anniversary of Jerusalem's reunification.

Netanyahu:

'We raise Jerusalem above our highest joy day in day out

PM Netanyahu publishes greeting ahead of Jerusalem Day: A splendid day on which to celebrate our return to our eternal capital.

Yeshiva releases new single in honor of Jerusalem Day

Listen: Mitzpeh Yericho Yeshiva and Mordechai Yitzhar release new single in honor of Jerusalem Day.

Regev: Jerusalem Day march route must remain unchanged

'The message we sent during Operation Shield and Arrow to all terrorists is this: Don’t mess with us,' Transportation Min. Regev says.

Police on heightened alert:

Tens of thousands to take part in Jerusalem Day Flag March

3,200 police officers, Border Police personnel, volunteers, and special forces spread out across Jerusalem to keep the peace.

Texts with fake bomb threats sent to Flag March participants

Police investigating after text messages claiming to be from the police send fake warnings of explosives at Jerusalem Day celebrations.

Hamas demands compensation for staying out of Gaza operation

'Hamas does not want another war right now, but they do want to receive something from Israel,' Gaza source says.

Jews to be allowed easier access to Temple Mount

Min. Itamar Ben Gvir reinforces police force on Temple Mount, orders removal of PLO flags.

Netanyahu on Jerusalem Day:

'We have changed the equation'

Netanyahu at state ceremony for Jerusalem Day: Despite the threats, I directed that the flag march be held along its customary route.

Abbas' spokesman:

'Flag Dance is a surrender to the Jewish extremists'

Spokesman for PA chairman warns against Flag Dance passing through the Temple Mount complex, says it could lead to a security escalation.

Tens of thousands celebrate Jerusalem Day in the capital

Celebrants dance in front of Jerusalem's Great Synagogue ahead of annual Flag March to the Western Wall.