Jerusalem will host Children’s Olympics in 2018
Israel’s capital has been selected to host the International Children’s Games in 2018.
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Knesset backs bill preventing division of Jerusalem
A bill requiring the backing of a Knesset majority of two-thirds in order to cede any part of Jerusalem was approved in its preliminary format.
Muslims protest new Temple Mount security after deadly terror attack
Reasonable security measures became the focus of Muslim protests as Israel continues to reel from Friday's horrific Temple Mount terror attack.
Jordanians enraged by Israel’s closure of Temple Mount in response to terror
Hundreds of Jordanians, enraged over Israel's closure of the Temple Mount following a deadly terror attack, slam 'Jewish extremists.'
Analysis: UNESCO supports terror
The UNESCO resolutions denying the Jewish ties to the Holy Land are being interpreted by many Palestinians as a green light to pursue their 'armed struggle' to 'liberate Palestine.'
Hamas praises UNESCO denial of Israeli sovereignty in Jerusalem
Hamas pleased with UNESCO's criticism of Israel as “occupying power” in Jerusalem's Old City.
Israeli security forces thwart major terror attack in Jerusalem
Vigilant Israeli security forces thwarted a Palestinian terror attack in Jerusalem.
Netanyahu: Every Jew can pray at the Western Wall
Netanyahu says the latest government decision to maintain the status quo at the Western Wall does not prevent anyone from praying there.
Israel faces battle for Jerusalem and Hebron at UN conference
Israel will face another two Arab-sponsored UNESCO resolutions attempting to erase the Jewish ties to the Land of Israel.
Turkey invests millions to return Muslim control over Jerusalem
Turkey is reportedly positioning itself as a Muslim power in Jerusalem by investing millions of dollars in the Old City and the Temple Mount.
Jerusalem synagogue desecrated, suspect arrested
A Jewish suspect was arrested regarding the desecration of a synagogue in Jerusalem.
Minister cancels meeting with German officials who refuse to meet in eastern Jerusalem
'After 50 years, it’s time to recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital and to respect its sovereignty,' Minister Erdan stated.
US Senate unanimously passes bill honoring Jerusalem’s reunification
The Senate unanimously voted on a resolution honoring the 50th anniversary of Jerusalem’s reunification in a strong support of Israel's sovereignty in its capital.
Poll: Vast majority of Israelis prefer sovereignty in Jerusalem over peace deal
A new poll shows that the vast majority of Israelis would oppose a peace deal granting the Palestinians partial or full sovereignty over the Old City of Jerusalem.
WATCH: What Israel thinks about Trump’s broken promise on Jerusalem
Former Ambassador to the US Michael Oren described the Israeli reaction to President Trump's reneging on his pledge to move the American embassy to Jerusalem.
Trump disappoints Israel by not moving US Embassy to Jerusalem
According to a White House statement, Trump still plans to move the embassy and 'the question is not if that move happens, but only when.'
Cable car tourism project improves access to Western Wall
A new cable car project will significantly improve transportation to the Old City of Jerusalem, making the holy sites more accessible to tourists and visitors.
Netanyahu: Temple Mount will remain under Israeli sovereignty forever
Netanyahu vowed that Israel will never cede control over the Temple Mount and the Old City of Jerusalem.
Ancient pools serving Jews in Temple era discovered in Jerusalem
Jerusalem's massive ancient reservoirs serviced Second Temple-era Jewish worshipers, new research has found.
Czech lawmakers reject anti-Israel UNESCO resolution on Jerusalem
The Czech Chamber of Deputies rejected the latest UNESCO resolution denying Israeli sovereignty over Jerusalem.
Mayor Barkat: Jerusalem is experiencing a renaissance
Mayor Barkat said that Jerusalem is flourishing, while conceding that much work can be done towards making Israel's capital even greater.
At Holocaust memorial, Trump praises Jewish resilience and State of Israel
'From the depths of the suffering, the Jewish people have built a mighty nation,' Trump declared at Yad Vashem in Jerusalem, vowing 'Never Again.'
WATCH: Jerusalem mayor welcomes Trump to united, eternal Jewish capital
Barkat released a video welcoming Trump to the united, eternal capital of the Jewish People.
Jerusalem Mayor Barkat: Move US embassy to Jerusalem!
Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat strongly urged Washington to move its embassy to the Israeli capital, even if the move might lead to violence.
Ambassador Haley: Western Wall is part of Israel
Haley restated her support for moving the US embassy to Jerusalem and stated clearly that 'the Western Wall is part of Israel.'
Israeli president welcomes US Ambassador David Friedman to Israel
The new US Ambassador to Israel, David Friedman, a staunch supporter of moving the US embassy to Jerusalem, officially took office.
David Friedman, the new US Ambassador to Israel, officially took office on...
Netanyahu slams ‘false’ Fox News report that he told Trump not to move embassy
The Prime Minister's Office categorically denied a claim by a Fox News correspondent that Netanyahu had asked Trump not to move the US embassy to Jerusalem.
Netanyahu: Moving US embassy to Jerusalem will advance peace
Netanyahu stated that moving the US embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem would advance peace between Israel and the Palestinians, rather than the opposite.
White House: Trump hasn’t decided on US embassy move
Trump has yet to decide if he will move the US embassy to Jerusalem, a White House spokesman clarified.
Israel faces labor strike ahead of Trump visit
Israel has engaged in intensive preparations ahead of Trump's visit, as a labor dispute at Israel' foreign ministry is threatening the preparations.
Netanyahu denies report on Trump not moving US embassy
Trump has reportedly decided not to move the US Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. Israel denies the report.
Jerusalem mayor invites Turkish president to see ‘reality on the ground’
Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat invited Erdogan to see the reality in Israel's capital, which "has changed only for the better since the Turks ruled" the city.
Israel cuts funding to UNESCO
Israel will cut $1 M. of the funds it transfers to the United Nations following a UNESCO resolution denying Israeli sovereignty over Jerusalem.
Israeli minister calls for closure of UNESCO mission in Jerusalem
Minister Regev called for the closure of the UNESCO offices in Jerusalem following its resolution denying Israeli sovereignty over Jerusalem.
Israeli Deputy Foreign Minister: ‘Welcome to (UNESCO’s) fake history’
Israel's Deputy Foreign Minister told UNESCO members that if they 'cherish history,' they must vote against a resolution tomorrow that would reject Israeli sovereignty.
Barkat: ‘Jerusalem is the crown jewel, will always stay united’
'Jerusalem is the crown jewel. It will always stay the united, undivided capital of the Jewish people with respect to all religions.'
UNESCO head reaffirms Jewish connection to Jerusalem
The UNESCO director-general reaffirmed the historic bond between Jerusalem and the Jewish people.
Palestinian terrorist shot while attacking police
Alert policemen thwarted a Palestinian stabbing attack in Jerusalem's Old City.
Arab League opposes US embassy move to Jerusalem
The Arab foreign ministers endorsed a resolution rejecting what they called 'unilateral steps' that 'jeopardize the historic and legal status' of Jerusalem.
Israeli students unearth 2000-year-old Jewish town
Israeli high school students helped uncover a 2000-year-old town dating back to the Second Temple period.