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Tens of Thousands Gather at Western Wall for Pre-Rosh Hashanah Prayers
More than 50,000 Jews participated in penitential prayers at Jerusalem's Western Wall on the eve of Rosh Hashanah. The event emphasized unity and included prayers for soldiers and…
Massive Holiday Traffic Jams Plague Israel Ahead of Rosh Hashanah
Israel is facing widespread traffic jams as people travel for Rosh Hashanah. Police have increased their presence nationwide, and road closures are in effect in Jerusalem. Further…
Bereaved Families Find Solace Together During High Holidays
Dozens of Israeli bereaved families joined a special Selichot tour in Jerusalem's Old City, organized by the "One Family" association. The event provided a crucial support network…
Tens of Thousands Pray at Al-Aqsa Mosque Amid Israeli Restrictions
Palestinian sources reported that tens of thousands of worshippers attended Friday prayers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque despite Israeli restrictions. Israeli forces reportedly imposed st…
Tens of Thousands Attend Historic Selichot Prayers at Western Wall
More than 50,000 people attended a historic Selichot prayer service at the Western Wall on the eve of Rosh Hashanah. The event, which was broadcast live on screens in the Old City…
Yeshiva Students and Alumni Visit Temple Mount Ahead of High Holidays
Students and alumni of the Tzfat Hesder Yeshiva, along with their children, visited the Temple Mount on Thursday for a guided tour led by their Rosh Yeshiva, Rabbi Eyal Yaakovovit…
Two Prayer Groups to Sound Shofar on Shabbat in Jerusalem's Old City
Two prayer groups in Jerusalem's Old City intend to sound the shofar on Shabbat during Rosh Hashanah, a practice with a long historical debate. While one group follows Rabbi Yisra…
Jerusalem on High Alert for High Holidays with Major Security Deployment
Jerusalem is deploying thousands of police and security personnel for the High Holidays, anticipating large crowds and implementing significant traffic restrictions, especially ar…
Israel's National Security Minister and Police Chief Clash Over Funds and Appointments
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Police Commissioner Danny Levi are in a heated dispute over budget allocations and senior police appointments ahead of elect…
Eden Hason and Midad Tassa Pray at Western Wall
Israeli singers Eden Hason and Midad Tassa joined a late-night Selichot prayer service at the Western Wall in Jerusalem. The artists, who recently released a joint song, shared vi…
Jerusalem Synagogue Hosts Event Honoring Rabbi Uziel
Hundreds attended a special prayer service and ceremony in Jerusalem's Old City on Wednesday to honor the legacy of Rabbi Ben Zion Meir Chai Uziel, the former Sephardic Chief Rabb…
Israeli Political Parties Submit Knesset Lists Ahead of Elections
Several Israeli political parties, including Otzma Yehudit and Religious Zionism-Identity, have submitted their final candidate lists for the 26th Knesset elections. The ancient T…
Brothers' Tax Case Highlights Decades-Long Legal Battles and Delays
A tax dispute involving the former owners of Jerusalem's Knights Palace Hotel has concluded after 24 years, highlighting significant delays in both criminal and civil proceedings…
Israel Tzuriel, Hero of Ammunition Hill Battle, Dies at 83
Israel Tzuriel, a decorated hero of the Six-Day War battle for Ammunition Hill, died at 83. He was recognized for his bravery as a machine gunner providing covering fire during th…
Israel's National Security Minister and Police Chief Clash Over Appointments and Budgets
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Police Commissioner Danny Levi are locked in a dispute over police appointments and budget transfers, with accusations of in…
News Anchors Adi Zarfati and Almaz Manguisto Seek Forgiveness at Western Wall
Israeli news anchors Adi Zarfati and Almaz Manguisto visited the Western Wall in Jerusalem to seek forgiveness during the High Holy Days period. They were photographed walking tog…
Six-Year-Old Girl Revived After Collapsing in Jerusalem's Old City
A six-year-old girl collapsed and lost consciousness at her home in Jerusalem's Old City. Paramedics successfully revived her, restoring her heartbeat, and she was taken to the ho…
Jerusalem Prepares for Rosh Hashanah and High Holidays
The Jerusalem Municipality has finalized extensive preparations for the High Holidays, expecting hundreds of thousands of visitors. The city is enhancing public services, security…
New Israeli Series 'The Rumor' Tackles Taboo Sexual Abuse in Haredi Community
The new Israeli police drama "The Rumor" investigates alleged ritualistic sexual abuse within the Haredi community, focusing on a detective's personal and professional struggles a…
Jerusalem Hotel Plan Sparks Settlement Expansion Fears
A proposed 39-room hotel in Jerusalem's Al-Thawri neighborhood, adjacent to a settler-run site, is facing objections due to concerns of settler involvement and expansion. The plan…
Jerusalem Debate Reignites Over Blowing Shofar on Shabbat
A debate over blowing the shofar on Shabbat when Rosh Hashanah falls on the Sabbath is reignited in Jerusalem. Rabbi Yisrael Ariel plans to sound the shofar, arguing it's a Torah…
Beer Sheva Prepares for Annual Light Run Festival
Beer Sheva will host its annual LIGHT RUN 2026 night race and festival on September 9, 2026, featuring races, family entertainment, and live music. Significant road closures are p…
Rare Jerusalem Apartment Overlooking Western Wall Listed for $16.5 Million
An apartment with a direct view of the Western Wall in Jerusalem's Old City is for sale at $16.5 million, marking a rare real estate opportunity in a highly significant location.
Natalie Dadon Launches New Women's Community and Spiritual Initiative
Social activist Natalie Dadon launched a new women's community, "ELOKA," and initiated it with a spiritual tour and Selichot prayers in Jerusalem. The initiative aims to strengthe…
Tahrir-Style 'Selichot' Prayers Held at Tower of David
An outdoor prayer service, described as "Selichot in the style of Tahrir," was held at Jerusalem's Tower of David on Monday night, organized by Kol Ha'Lev on the eve of Rosh Hasha…
Turkish Tourists' Jerusalem Claims Spark Outrage, Call for Visa Ban
Two Turkish tourists in Jerusalem's Old City declared "This is my home," sparking outrage and calls for a visa ban. The incident highlights broader Turkish ambitions for regional…
Berlin Burger Offers Savory Stop in Jerusalem's Mamilla Area
Berlin Burger, a kosher American-style diner in Jerusalem's Mamilla area, is recommended for its well-prepared burgers, particularly the Argentinian style with brisket and onion j…
Top 7 Jerusalem Locations for a Memorable Marriage Proposal
A guide highlights seven recommended locations in Jerusalem for marriage proposals, ranging from the Western Wall and Tower of David to scenic viewpoints and gardens, emphasizing…
Tens of Thousands Attend Selichot Prayers at Western Wall
Tens of thousands of worshippers gathered at Jerusalem's Western Wall for Selichot prayers ahead of the High Holy Days. The services, held under heavy police security, included pr…
East Jerusalem Man Fatally Shot After Alleged Stabbing Attempt on Police
A 33-year-old East Jerusalem man was shot and killed by Border Police in Jerusalem's Old City early Saturday after allegedly attempting to stab officers. Police stated the officer…
Border Police Neutralize Attacker at Damascus Gate in Jerusalem
Border Police officers neutralized a Palestinian terrorist who attempted a stabbing attack near Damascus Gate in Jerusalem's Old City early Tuesday. The attacker, identified as Ib…
Palestinian Attacker Killed in Jerusalem's Old City During Stabbing Attempt
Palestinian sources identified Ibrahim El-Hindi, a resident of northern Jerusalem, as the attacker killed by security forces in Jerusalem's Old City early Tuesday morning during a…
60,000 Pray at Al-Aqsa Mosque Amid Israeli Restrictions
Around 60,000 Palestinians attended Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. Their access was reportedly met with strict Israeli security measures, including checkpoints and…
Border Police Neutralize Palestinian Attacker Near Western Wall
Border Police officers in Jerusalem shot and killed a Palestinian attacker who attempted to stab them near the Western Wall early Friday morning. The incident occurred hours after…
Gag Order Issued on Investigation of Jerusalem Stabbing Attempt
A Jerusalem court has placed a gag order on the investigation of an attempted stabbing attack near Damascus Gate, where the assailant was killed and one person lightly injured.
Tens of Thousands Attend Selichot Prayers in Jerusalem Under Heavy Security
Tens of thousands of people attended mass Selichot prayer services in Jerusalem's Old City and at the Western Wall overnight. The Israel Police deployed significant forces to ensu…
Jerusalem Police Arrest Motorcyclist for Dangerous Riding with Dog
Jerusalem police arrested a motorcyclist in the Old City for traffic violations, including an obscured license plate and dangerously transporting a dog on the fuel tank. The rider…
Father of Nova Massacre Victim Attacked in Acre Market
Natan Kuperwasser, whose daughter was murdered at the Nova festival, was physically assaulted in the Acre market by two men who allegedly tried to sic their pit bull on him. Polic…
Two Young Men Arrested in Acre for Brutal Attack on Bereaved Father
Police in Acre arrested two men in their 20s on suspicion of brutally assaulting a bereaved father. The attack reportedly followed an argument between their dogs in the Old City o…
Jerusalem Motorcyclist Faces Trial for Obscured Plate, Animal Endangerment
A Jerusalem motorcyclist will face trial for obscuring his license plate and dangerously transporting a dog on his motorcycle in the Old City. Police stopped the rider for traffic…
Israeli Court Acquits Man in Jerusalem Nun Assault Case
An Israeli man was acquitted by an Israeli court of assaulting a Catholic nun in Jerusalem's Old City. The court cited insufficient evidence for a conviction.
Settlers Seize Land, Building Rooftop in Central Hebron
Israeli settlers have seized a plot of land and a building rooftop in central Hebron, initiating land clearing and installing infrastructure, raising Palestinian fears of a new se…
22 Covert Palestinian Cell Antennas Found in Jerusalem's Old City
Israeli authorities have discovered 22 clandestine Palestinian cellular antennas in Jerusalem's Old City, enabling Palestinian networks to operate independently and raising securi…
MK's Vandalism of Palestinian Memorial Sparks Debate on Israeli Empathy
Israeli MK Zvi Sukkot's vandalism of a Palestinian memorial has ignited debate, contrasting with a 1967 decision to preserve a similar monument in Jerusalem as an act of empathy f…
Ada Yonath, Nobel Laureate and Israeli Scientific Icon, Dies at 87
Professor Ada Yonath, an 87-year-old Nobel laureate in Chemistry and a pioneering scientist whose work on ribosomes advanced antibiotic research, has died. She was the first Israe…
Suspects Filmed Spitting at Armenian Church in Jerusalem, Arrested Without Investigation
Suspects filmed spitting at the Armenian Church in Jerusalem's Old City were arrested by police but not investigated further by prosecutors, who deemed no offense was committed.
Veranda Restaurant Offers Jerusalem Views and Gourmet Dining
The Veranda restaurant at Jerusalem's David Citadel Hotel offers a special summer menu featuring upscale grill dishes and cocktails, with views of the Old City walls and live jazz…
Court Orders Terrorists to Pay Over $60,000 in Damages for Jerusalem Lynch Attack
A Jerusalem court ordered two terrorists to pay over 220,000 shekels in compensation to three Jewish victims of a lynching attack during the 2021 "Operation Guardian of the Walls…