 Clashes between protesters and police in JerusalemHundreds of haredim protest closures imposed by city. Jerusalem Mayor: Closure will turn neighborhoods into coronavirus incubatorsJerusalem Mayor warns Health Ministry measures to combat coronavirus in haredi neighborhoods may only worsen situation. Jerusalem mayor opposes closing off haredi neighborhoodsJerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion opposes plan to close off neighborhoods. 'Families with many children can't isolate those with coronavirus.' Jerusalem mayor sends condolences to European and US leadersMayor Lion: 'Improving cooperation in the field of medical technology especially, is of great importance to our ability to fight Corona.' 5,200 housing units for Jerusalem suburbsPM together with Jerusalem Mayor and Minister Yariv Levin announce construction of 3,000 housing Units in Givat Hamatos, 2,200 in Har Homa. Moshe Lion: 'Jerusalem must always be a place that unites the Jewish people'Mayor of Jerusalem tells US Jewish Leaders: 'Do not let Jerusalem divide us.' Fourth suspect arrested for elder abuse in Mahane Yehuda marketPolice seek to extend remand of suspect who abused booth owner in Mahane Yehuda market. Also suspected of racially motivated offenses. Jerusalem Mayor: Great privilege to commemorate Irving MoskowitzJerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon visits Florida home of Cherna Moskowitz, widow of philanthropist Dr. Irving Moskowitz who helped build Jerusalem. Shaked meets Liberman, Jerusalem mayorNew Right leader seeks to reconcile Yisrael Beytenu party with the haredi parties for formation of right-wing gov't. European athletics championships to age 18 coming to JerusalemJerusalem Mayor: 'After months of effort, I am delighted we will host European Championship. Look forward to great sporting celebration.' Youth moves and - receives his old street sign10th grader asks Jerusalem mayor Moshe Leon if he can keep the Vilna Gaon Street sign from his old street with the name of the Vilna Gaon. 'We'll build a great deal in Jerusalem - without restrictions''We're going to be building a lot over next few years, and without restrictions,' says Mayor Moshe Lion. 'Trump plan won't affect J'lem.' 'Notre-Dame of Jerusalem' lit up in solidarity with Paris19th-century Vatican structure lit up with colors of French flag as Jerusalem shows its solidarity with Paris after Notre-Dame fire. J'lem mayor meets with US amb. over cooperative effortsMayor Moshe Leon meets with Amb. David Friedman. 'To do all that is necessary so that the work of the embassy is optimal.' 'The Jewish Quarter - the jewel in the crown''Beautiful Qirya' project launched in Jewish Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem. 'It felt like murder - or something even worse'Mayor visits Jerusalem synagogue which was desecrated during overnight break-in. 'I'm horrified by what I saw.' Jerusalem prepares for snow: Classes to end earlyJerusalem mayor orders schools to close at 3 PM on Wednesday in face of possible snowstorm. Jerusalem Mayor: I saw 3,000 years of Jewish historyMayor Moshe Leon visits City of David, walks on paved stones visitors to the Holy Temple walked on thousands of years ago. Jerusalem's new mayor sworn into officeMoshe Lion sworn in as Jerusalem's 10th mayor - and first mayor of Sephardic descent - since Israel's establishment. Jerusalem's leaders light Hanukkah candles togetherMayor Nir Barkat and incoming Mayor Moshe Leon light candles for second night of Hanukkah at the Western Wall. Jerusalem mayor to meet with rival's haredi backersFollowing electoral victory, Moshe Leon attempts to make peace with Agudat Yisrael faction, which had opposed him during elections. Berkovitch says Leon's support 'a result of backroom deals'Ahead of runoff in Jerusalem mayoral race, Ofer Berkovitch accuses Moshe Leon of cooking up backroom deals, predicts victory. Liberman lobbying top politicos to support Moshe LeonDefense Minister Avigdor Liberman, a key Leon backer, lobbies senior haredi politicos to support Leon in Jerusalem runoff. Leon says he doesn't need Jewish Home's support in JerusalemResponding to reports that Jewish Home will support rival Ofer Berkovich, Moshe Leon says his 'only deal is with Jerusalem residents'. Will Jewish Home endorse Ofer Berkovitch?Reports say J'lem's Jewish Home branch negotiating with mayoral candidate seen by many as left-wing regarding endorsement. Who will Netanyahu support in Jerusalem mayoral race?After Netanyahu-supported candidate Elkin loses first round, speculation grows over who the premier will endorse in upcoming runoff. Regev supports Leon in second round'Jerusalemites voted for Moshe Leon. I have no doubt he'll preserve Jerusalem's interests as the united capital of Israel.' Berkovitch plans alliance with haredi factionHitorerut Jerusalem candidate who vowed to end 'haredi extortion' of city hall plans alliance with haredi candidate to win run-off election.'Process of welcome, absorption, living life should be easier'Jerusalem Mayor candidate Moshe Leon: 'New immigrants important, unique, crucial growth engine for city; we should treat them accordingly.' Thousands at haredi support rally for Moshe LeonShas and Degel Hatorah parties throw huge rally calling on haredi community to vote for Jerusalem mayoral candidate Moshe Leon. Are Jerusalem mayoral candidates thinking about city's future?At the Jerusalem 5800 conference, mayoral candidates reveal their visions for the capital in the next 20 years Coalition chairman: Elkin is a fake LikudnikAmsalem says in radio interview that Elkin is 'not a real Likudnik' for running in Jerusalem mayoral race on an independent ticket. Police closes investigation of Jerusalem mayoral candidate LeonThe investigating units believe that nothing has been found against Moshe Leon showing a criminal offense and tax offenses," police said. 'Keeping Jews in the House of Seven'Jerusalem Mayoral candidate visits Jewish home in largely Arab neighborhood of Beit Hanina, vows to help residents. Leon says J'lem tourist attraction should be open on ShabbatJerusalem mayoral candidate courting the haredi vote says popular promenade should not be shuttered on Shabbat. Moshe Lion to run for mayor of Jerusalem'I've contributed greatly to city's development and today I'm more willing than ever to advance the Israeli capital even further.' Deri being investigated over rezoning land. Who benefited?Police investigating Aryeh Deri over decision to rezone Telz Stone land. These lights are a testament to "the Eternal City"Rabbi Ben-Dahan at candle-lighting in Hurva synagogue: “Regardless of the nations, the Land of Israel belongs to the people of Israel.” Push to Reroute J'lem Light Rail Due to ViolenceFormer mayoral candidate furious after proposal to reroute rail stricken from agenda, says 90K people should have access to transport. Jerusalem Passes Landmark Arab Building ProjectHareidi parties leave hall letting project giving contiguous Arab control over eastern Jerusalem pass, threatening capital's demography. Call to Cut Jerusalem Arab Housing PlanFormer mayoral candidate Moshe Leon demands re-debate on plan threatening demographic balance and giving 'prize' to illegal Arab building. Whither Jerusalem: Left or Right?Moshe Lion, mayoral candidate running against incumbent Nir Barkat, claims a clear difference in the two men's stance on a united Jerusalem. Moshe Lion: 'Put Jerusalem's Residents First'Born to a working-class Sephardic-Yemenite family, mayoral candidate wants more money for education, less pricey photo ops. Exclusive Interview with Jerusalem's MayorNir Barkat tells of his vivid memories packing sandbags just before the Six Day War; says that experience built his vision for the future. MK Feiglin Backs Moshe Lion in JerusalemDeputy Knesset Speaker joins long list of Likud politicians who endorsed challenger to Barkat. Candidate: Investing in E. Jerusalem Good for Jews"Yes, Arabs will benefit," says candidate Arieh King, "but it doesn't matter as long as we invest and keep our city united." J'lem Mayor Candidates to Address English SpeakersBig tourist events or city services? Are they mutually exclusive? Barkat & Leon to address English-speaking audiences about J'slem's future. Second Night of Torah Celebrations Across IsraelA customary night of dancing in circles around Torah scrolls is set to take place throughout Israel tonight. Poll: Barkat well ahead in Mayoral RaceA survey conducted by the newspaper Maariv has placed current Mayor Nir Barkat significantly ahead of his main challenger Moshe Leon. |
