Western Wall
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Western Wall, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Singer Midad Tassa Reveals Emotional Moment at Western Wall Inspiring New Song
Israeli singer Midad Tassa revealed a pivotal moment of spiritual disconnection at the Western Wall that inspired his new song "Tikunim VeSelichot." The song, released during the…
Jerusalem Chief Rabbis Condemn Planned Joint Jewish-Christian Prayer at Western Wall
Jerusalem's Chief Rabbi Avigdor Nebenzahl and Sephardic Chief Rabbi Shlomo Moshe Amar have condemned a planned joint Jewish-Christian prayer at the Western Wall as a desecration…
Ancient Slichot Piyut 'Anenu' Unites Worshippers in Collective Prayer at Western Wall
The ancient Slichot piyut "Anenu," sung in a call-and-response style at the Western Wall, unites worshippers in a collective plea for divine acceptance during the High Holiday sea…
Extreme Islamism and Radical Left Unite to Justify Violence Against Jews Since 1929 Hebron Massacre
The 1929 Hebron massacre, incited by Haj Amin al-Husseini, marked the start of a lasting alliance between extreme Islamism and the radical left that justifies violence against Jew…
IDF Hostage Survivors Eli-H Cohen and Wife Attend Selichot Prayers at Western Wall
Hostage survivors Eli-H Cohen and his wife Ziv joined thousands at the Western Wall for Selichot prayers, expressing gratitude and hope after their recent wedding and release. The…
Jonathan Pollard Joins Sharren Haskel’s Israel First Party Ahead of 2026 Elections
Jonathan Pollard, former U.S. Navy intelligence analyst convicted of spying for Israel, has joined Sharren Haskel’s Israel First party. He announced his support near Jerusalem’s W…
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza Explains If Selichot Can Be Recited Twice a Day
Rabbi Benjamin Hotza explains in a daily halachic video whether it is allowed to recite Selichot prayers twice in one day during the special penitential season.
Thousands Attend Central Selichot Prayer at Western Wall with Israeli Hostage Survivors
Thousands gathered at Jerusalem's Western Wall for the central Selichot prayer, featuring a special thanksgiving with Israeli hostage survivors. The event included prayers for sol…
Rafi Biton Stages Stunning Slichot Performance at Western Wall Ahead of Major 'Pa'amei Elul' Show
Maestro Rafi Biton and the choir 'Voices from Heaven' staged a stunning musical performance above the Western Wall during Slichot prayers, previewing their upcoming major event 'P…
IDF Soldier Missing Since 1982 Lebanon War Finally Laid to Rest in Jerusalem
After 44 years, the remains of IDF Staff Sergeant Yekutiel Yehuda Katz, missing since the 1982 Lebanon War, were returned from Syria and buried in Jerusalem. His family and milita…
Israeli Couple Overcomes 11 Years of Fertility Struggles to Welcome Twin Boys
After 11 years of fertility treatments and losses, Israeli couple Sarrit and Dekel Tadmor welcomed twin boys via surrogacy, supported by their employer Eldan. They overcame emotio…
Tens of Thousands Join Selichot Prayers at Western Wall with Hostages' Survivors Present
Around 50,000 people, including Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar and captivity survivors, attended Selichot prayers at the Western Wall on August 20, praying for IDF soldiers' safety…
Shas Leaders Shift from Anti-Draft to Pro-Soldier Message in New Campaign
Shas leaders Aryeh Deri and Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef reconciled and shifted from opposing IDF conscription to publicly supporting soldiers in a new campaign. This marks a departure fro…
Haredi Mayor Faces Backlash Over Community Security Disclosure Amid Week’s Key Religious and Political Events
A Haredi mayor’s disclosure of security breaches linked to a rival party triggered political backlash, amid a week filled with key religious ceremonies, political primaries, and c…
Western Wall Heritage Foundation Denies Approval for Mass Christian Prayer Event Amid Online Controversy
Claims of a mass Christian prayer event at Jerusalem's Western Wall were denied by the Western Wall Heritage Foundation, which confirmed no such event has been authorized. The rep…
Israeli Woman Finds Love at Western Wall After Personal Crisis During Selichot Prayers
Adi Nisani, amid a personal crisis, reluctantly attended Selichot prayers at the Western Wall where she met her future fiancé, Itai. A year later, Itai proposed at the same locati…
Families Explore Jerusalem’s Underground History and Vibrant Markets via Israel Railways
Families can enjoy a cool, convenient day trip in Jerusalem by using Israel Railways to visit the ancient City of David tunnels and vibrant Mahane Yehuda Market, avoiding summer t…
TikTok Revives Jewish Selichot Prayers, Drawing Millions of Views
During the Jewish month of Elul, TikTok creators are filming and sharing Selichot prayer services from synagogues and the Western Wall, reaching millions online. Using innovative…
Ancient Hasmonean Stone Installed at Tel Aviv Kirya After Western Wall Stone Returned
A stone from the Western Wall displayed at Tel Aviv's Kirya base was returned to its original site following a rabbinical request. It was replaced by a Hasmonean-era stone from Je…
Berlin Burger Diner Offers Kosher Refreshment Near Jerusalem's Western Wall
Berlin Burger, a kosher-certified American diner on Jerusalem's Mamilla Promenade, offers freshly made hamburgers and a vibrant atmosphere for worshippers heading to the Western W…
Vizhnitz Rebbe to Lead Hundreds of Followers on Historic Pilgrimage to Israel
The Vizhnitz Rebbe of Monsey will lead hundreds of followers on a major pilgrimage to Israel next week, including a historic Shabbat at Meron and visits to multiple holy sites. Th…
Nearly 500 Members of Israel's Largest Online Torah Network Tour Jerusalem's Old City
Nearly 500 members of the world's largest telephone Torah study network, including Zichron Olam and Meiri Olam kollels, participated in a guided tour of Jerusalem's Old City. Led…
Jerusalem’s Old City Chief Rabbi Appeals for Support to Aid Orphan Groom’s Wedding
Rabbi Avigdor Nebenzahl of Jerusalem’s Old City has made a rare personal plea for donations to support an orphaned groom who cannot afford his wedding essentials. The rabbi highli…
Thousands Gather for First Selichot Prayers at Western Wall in Emotional Ceremony
Thousands gathered at Jerusalem's Western Wall on Saturday night for the first Selichot prayers of 5786, led by Rabbi Shmuel Rabinovitch, who prayed for Israeli unity, soldier saf…
Thousands Gather at Western Wall for First Selichot Prayers of Elul Month
Thousands assembled at Jerusalem's Western Wall to recite the initial Selichot prayers of Elul, a Mizrahi custom, with the event streamed live.
Granddaughter of Jerusalem Deputy Mayor Dies at Age 5 After Long Illness
Ruchama Chana Cohen, granddaughter of Jerusalem's Deputy Mayor Rabbi Tzvika Cohen, died at age 5 after a long illness. Prayers were held for her recovery, and her funeral will be…
Jerusalem’s Renowned Kotel Photographer and Chabad Founder Rabbi Yaakov Moshe Shlas Dies at 86
Rabbi Yaakov Moshe Shlas, a notable Jerusalem Old City figure, Chabad Hasid, and founder of the Gal Eini association, died at 86. He was renowned for documenting over 160,000 phot…
Hundreds Pray at Western Wall as Reform Women’s Protest Sparks Controversy
Hundreds gathered at the Western Wall to pray for the start of Elul, while a Reform women's prayer protest caused disruptions. The event unfolded amid a legal battle over creating…
MK Avi Maoz Vows to Pass Western Wall Prayer Law in Next Knesset Term
MK Avi Maoz pledged to pass the Western Wall Prayer Law in the next Knesset term to enforce Chief Rabbinate control and prevent disruptions by Women of the Wall. The law stalled p…
Slichot Prayers Begin at Western Wall with New Cultural Events and Tours
The month of Elul begins with traditional Slichot prayers at the Western Wall and synagogues, marking spiritual preparation for the High Holidays. This year, 19 major Slichot even…
Channel 14 to Broadcast Selichot Prayers Live from Western Wall Every Evening Starting Saturday
Channel 14 will broadcast live Selichot prayers from Jerusalem's Western Wall every evening starting August 15, enabling global participation during the High Holy Days. The Wester…
Israeli Rabbinical Council Launches Nationwide Prayer Campaign for Days of Repentance 5787
Israel's Rabbinical Council has launched a unique forty-day prayer campaign across multiple holy sites from Elul to Yom Kippur 5787, seeking divine mercy and blessings for donors…
Jewish Tradition Sees Surge in Genuine Apologies During Elul Month
During the Jewish month of Elul, there is a surge in apologies, but many use insincere phrases like "sorry if I hurt you." The article calls for more genuine expressions of regret…
Calls Grow to Open Temple Mount to Jewish Visitors on Sabbaths and Festivals
The article discusses the spiritual importance of Elul and the High Holidays, noting that while the Temple Mount is open to Jews Sunday through Thursday, it remains closed on Sabb…
Thousands Attend Funeral of Rebbetzin Rivka Faivelzon, Celebrated for Faith and Wisdom
Rebbetzin Rivka Faivelzon, daughter of Rabbi Eliyahu Meir Faivelzon and a respected Torah figure, passed away suddenly. Thousands, including leading rabbis and yeshiva heads, atte…
Israeli Singer Ann B Shares Personal Faith Journey and Cancer Battle
Israeli singer Ann B revealed her strong personal faith and shared a photo praying at the Western Wall, alongside disclosing her past cancer battle and new relationship with Itzik…
Local Authorities Lead in Disability Employment Targets While Government Companies Lag Behind
Israel's Ministry of Justice commission reports that 81% of public bodies met disability employment targets in 2025, led by local authorities, while only 52% of government compani…
Thousands Celebrate Completion and Dedication of Ninth Children's Torah Scroll at Western Wall
The ninth children's Torah scroll, initiated by the Lubavitcher Rebbe, was completed with participation from over 300,000 children worldwide and dedicated in a large ceremony at J…
Hundreds to Pray Together at Western Wall Amid Controversy Over Prayer Space
Hundreds will gather at Jerusalem's Western Wall on Friday for a Rosh Chodesh Elul prayer amid disputes over the site's future. The Supreme Court ruled for a pluralistic prayer ar…
Western Wall Prepares for 2026 Selichot Prayers with Full Schedule and Safety Measures
The Western Wall Heritage Foundation is hosting 19 Selichot prayer events in August and September 2026, with extensive preparations for large crowds and live broadcasts. The praye…
Jewish Tradition Marks 40 Days of Prayer at Ten Holy Sites from Elul to Yom Kippur
From the first of Elul to Yom Kippur, Jewish emissaries pray daily at ten holy sites on behalf of donors, combining charity and prayer to seek blessings and a good new year.
Rare 1969 Footage Shows Rabbi Hadari Leading Kotel Yeshiva Students in Traditional Song and Dance
A newly discovered 1969 video shows Rabbi Yeshayahu Hadari leading Kotel Yeshiva students in a traditional Friday night procession to the Western Wall, a practice that continues t…
Singer Shahar Taboch Marries Partner Amir Aharon in Religious Ceremony with 550 Guests
Israeli singer Shahar Taboch married his partner Amir Aharon in a religious ceremony in Beit Hanan attended by 550 guests, including many celebrities. The couple began dating in A…
Dana Ron Criticizes Rani Rahav Over Support for Ra'am Party in Israeli Government
Dana Ron criticized Rani Rahav for supporting the Arab Ra'am party over ultra-Orthodox parties in Israel's government, insisting Jews should lead the country. Rahav had defended t…
Israeli Traveler Brings Prayer from Uganda's Jinja Tribe to Jerusalem's Western Wall
Yitzhak Carmeli traveled to Uganda to meet the Jinja tribe, who claim descent from the Lost Ten Tribes of Israel. The tribe gave him a prayer requesting help with their prayer hou…
IDF Celebrates Completion of Ninth Children's Torah Scroll at Western Wall Ceremony
The ninth children's Torah scroll, initiated by the Lubavitcher Rebbe, was completed and celebrated at a large ceremony at the Western Wall, uniting over 300,000 children worldwid…
Jerusalem's Old City Hosts Historic Tour for 'Zikaron Olam' and 'Meiri Olam' Torah Learners
Nearly 500 members of the 'Zikaron Olam' and 'Meiri Olam' kollels participated in a historic guided tour in Jerusalem's Old City during Bein Hazmanim, combining Torah study with v…
Bereaved Sister’s Pro-Army Recruitment Sign Torn Down Again Outside Her Home in West Bank Settlement
Lili Gatz Horovitz, sister of a fallen Six-Day War soldier, has had a pro-army recruitment sign repeatedly torn down outside her home in Mitzpe Jericho by ultra-Orthodox individua…