![]() Barkat vows to expel UNRWA from JerusalemJerusalem mayor says that 'UNRWA is a foreign and unnecessary entity that has failed miserably, and I intend to expel it from Jerusalem.;![]() Court gives Jerusalem go-ahead to close left-wing art galleryArt gallery had raised hackles for hosting far-left groups such as Breaking the Silence and an alternative Remembrance Day ceremony.![]() Barkat: 'Israel strengthened relations with Latin America''I brought the blessings of the people of Israel to the (new) President of Paraguay as he was sworn in,' Jerusalem's mayor said.![]() Barkat to attend inauguration of Paraguayan presidentJerusalem mayor to leave today to attend swearing-in ceremony Paraguayan President-elect Mario Abdo Benitez after embassy opens in Jerusalem![]() Jerusalem Mayor issues wake-up call to EuropeNir Barkat addresses heads of European countries calling on them to join Israel and fight terrorism before it reaches their countries.![]() Chief rabbi of J'lem against 'LGBT' flagsRabbi Aryeh Stern sends letter to J'lem mayor Barkat, asking that 'LGBT' flags put up ahead of gay pride parade be removed near synagogues.![]() Watch: Extremists vandalize Rachel Azaria's campaign signsExtremists vandalize Jerusalem mayoral candidate's bus ads a few hours after they go up.![]() Barkat transfers NIS 700,000 to leftist foundationJerusalem municipality transfers NIS 700,000 to association that finances, among other things, 'Pride Parades' and Women of the Wall.![]() Nir Barkat: 'No' to two-state solutionCan Israel convince the international arena in the battle for the consciousness and belonging of Jerusalem to the Jewish people?![]() J'lem mayor refuses to meet with Prince William outside J'lemNir Barkat asks meeting with the British duke, but passes on prospect after being notified such a meeting would not happen in the capital.![]() Fine for Tefillin stand canceledMayor Nir Barkat voids $124 fine slapped on Chabad hassid who got people to lay tefillin near the Jerusalem Bus Station.![]() Watch: Arrest of terrorist who planned to assassinate NetanyahuBorder Police arrest main suspect in terror plot to assassinate prime minister, mayor of Jerusalem.![]() Report: Terror cell planned to assassinate Netanyahu, Nir BarkatSecurity officials say terror cell planned attacks on senior Israeli leaders and American, Canadian diplomatic facilities in Jerusalem.![]() First Station complex in Jerusalem to remain open on ShabbatMayoral candidate Ofer Berkowitz welcomes decision: 'If Jerusalem doesn't belong to everyone, it won't be at all.'![]() 'A second generation of ZAKA volunteers'ZAKA volunteers receive certificate of excellence at Jerusalem's City Hall.![]() J'lem mayor says entertainment complex won’t close on SabbathNir Barkat tells local news website he will allow First Station complex to continue to operate as it has since it opened five years ago.![]() J'lem Mayor: Jerusalem is ready for the USMayor Nir Barkat says US embassy move inspiring other nations to 'be part of Jewish return to Jerusalem.'![]() Jerusalem mayor hangs sign directing traffic to US EmbassyJerusalem's Mayor Barkat hangs first 'US Embassy' road signs, thanks Pres. Trump for leading international recognition.![]() Elkin says Barkat supports him in Jerusalem mayoral race'Nir Barkat wants me to run, he was the first one to turn to me.'![]() Deri doesn't rule out supporting Eli Yishai for Jerusalem mayorDeri does not rule out nominating nemesis Eli Yishai to run for mayor of Jerusalem as Shas representative.![]() Gran Fondo bicycle race comes to JerusalemJerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat joins cyclists in Gran Fondo race down streets of Jerusalem.![]() High Court okays Israeli-Palestinian memorial eventHigh Court of Justice dismisses appeal against controversial mixed Israeli-Palestinian memorial event in Jerusalem.![]() Regev fires back at Barkat: Cancel the terrorist memorial eventCulture Minister outraged at J'lem Mayor, demands he use his authority to stop the event rather than place responsibility on her.![]() J'lem Mayor to Culture Minister: Prevent this disgraceNir Barkat asks Miri Regev to stop joint event for fallen IDF soldiers and 'Palestinians,' planned in gallery funded by Culture Ministry.![]() Jerusalem mayor promises to aid Guatemala embassy moveJerusalem mayor promises Guatemalan officials that he'll do everything possible to ensure a fast, smooth, move.![]() Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat won't seek reelectionNir Barkat says he will run for Knesset seat with Likud rather than seek third term as mayor of Israel's capital.![]() Mayor of Jerusalem Ze'ev Elkin?Reports say that veteran Likud MK Ze'ev Elkin joining race for Jerusalem Mayor.![]() Jerusalem mayor hints at 'important decision' next weekMayor Nir Barkat, who recently declined to run for reelection, hints at possible announcement for Knesset bid after visiting Western Wall.![]() Report: Barkat won't run for third termTV report says Jerusalem Mayor is expected to announce next week that he will not run for another term.![]() Jerusalem mayor seeks tax cuts for IDF reservistsMayor Nir Barkat seeks 5% property tax reduction for reservists living in Jerusalem.![]() Jerusalem suspends plan to tax church-owned businessesAfter backlash, Israel halts plan to collect 650 million in unpaid taxes for businesses, properties owned by churches in Jerusalem.![]() Ambassador Friedman: Next year in JerusalemJerusalem Mayor hosts the leaders of the communities and religions and representatives of the diplomatic corps in the city.![]() Jerusalem municipal strike endsMunicipal services resume in capital, following agreement to form committee to coordinate city's needs with Finance Ministry.![]() Jerusalem municipality declares general strikeJerusalem municipality declares general strike over feud with Finance Ministry. Strike does not include schools.![]() 'When I realized it was a terror attack, I dropped everything'Jerusalem mayor, police commander thank civilians, officers who stopped terrorist after Jerusalem stabbing attack.![]() US and Israeli flags on the walls of the Old CityAs a sign of appreciation for Trump's recognition of J'lem, Old City will be lit with US and Israeli flags. 'A clear message to the world.'![]() New bus line runs directly to Mount of OlivesNew bus line takes passengers from light rail train to the Mount of Olives, runs Sunday through Thursday.![]() Jerusalem Faction demonstions cause mass inconvenienceCalls to Jerusalem mayor to wake up, 'People are stuck for hours on way home, there are no buses; city paralyzed.'![]() Report: Barkat won't run for third term as Mayor of JerusalemSources close to Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat say he will soon announce he's not running for third term. Municipality says report is false.![]() Jerusalem Council member accuses Mayor of disinformationAryeh King calls Barkat's statements about destruction of illegal Arab homes 'political spin; He's gathering Likud Central Committee votes.'![]() Illegal Arab neighborhood to be leveled - with explosivesSix illegal Arab high-rise buildings in Jerusalem to be demolished in controlled explosion.![]() How Arabs express thanks for building permitsJ'lem councilman reveals destruction of Jubilee Monument to Jerusalem's liberation, attacking mayor's policy approving 13,000 Arab units.![]() Delayed El Al flight forces passengers to violate Jewish holidayEl Al flight lands right before Shemini Atzeret holiday, forces passengers, including Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat, to violate holiday.![]() Jerusalem mayor extends sympathy, prayers to Las Vegas victimsJerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat sends letter of sympathy to Jewish mayor of Las Vegas.![]() Northern Jerusalem to get its own Central Bus StationTransportation Ministry begins work on Central Bus Station for residents of northern Jerusalem.![]() J'lm mayor mocks 'Day of Rage': Rage at the terrorists, not usPolice on high alert in capital after PA leaders declare 'Day of Rage'. Mayor: Direct your 'rage' at terrorists, not Israel.![]() 'We will continue to build Jerusalem'Jerusalem mayor responds to terror attack, promises not to give up.![]() 'You make Jewish sovereignty over Jerusalem real'Cherna Moskowitz, wife of prolific Jewish philanthropist, honored for 50 years of helping to rebuild Jewish Jerusalem.![]() Barkat to Trump: Move the Embassy to JerusalemJerusalem Mayor calls on US president to transfer embassy to Jerusalem, not to fear threats transfer will lead to violence.![]() Barkat: Move US embassy sooner rather than laterMayor of Jerusalem says relocation of US embassy to Israel's capital will bring about peace faster, delay in embassy move also delays peace.![]() Arutz Sheva's Salute to Jerusalem - in picturesAmbassador David Friedman, Governor Mike Huckabee, Mayor Nir Barkat, and other distinguished guests gather for Salute to Jerusalem.![]() 'Moving the embassy to Jerusalem will promote peace'J'lem Mayor speaks at special event, hosted by Arutz Sheva and Dr. Joseph Frager celebrating 50 years of a united Jerusalem.![]() Radical-left, Arab students disrupt J'lem Mayor's lectureAs Mayor Nir Barkat began speaking at Hebrew U., protesters stand up, shout derogatory slogans, call J'lem occupied city.![]() J'lem Mayor cancels SF State lecture over 'double standard'After being shouted down by anti-Israel activists at SF State last year, Mayor Barkat refuses to return when his lecture is marginalized.![]() Arab school to be built on Jewish-owned land?Plans to build Arab school in Jerusalem on hold as evidence emerges of Jewish ownership of land.![]() Haredim to Barkat: No Shabbat, no budgetJerusalem city council members demand mayor end Shabbat desecration by municipality, threaten to block budget.![]() Jerusalem to expand250 new acres attached to Jerusalem territory, new residential neighborhood with 2,000 housing units to be built. |