Jerusalem

Israeli Police Enter French Church In Jerusalem Detain Gendarmes, Spark Diplomatic Tensions

07 Nov 2024

Israeli police entered the French-owned Eleona Church compound in Jerusalem on Thursday, briefly detaining two French gendarmes and prompting French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot to cancel a scheduled visit to the site. Speaking at the scene, Barrot condemned the incident, describing the Israeli police’s actions as “unacceptable.” He expressed frustration...

Under The Night Sky Of Missiles: Newlyweds Share First Dance In Bunker | WATCH

03 Oct 2024

A heartwarming video of a newlywed couple sharing their first dance in a bunker, as Iranian missiles rained down on Israel, has gone viral on social media. The couple, who were celebrating their wedding in Jerusalem, were forced to take shelter underground after air raid sirens signaled an incoming attack...

Jerusalem Population Doubles Tel Aviv, New Report Reveals

03 Jun 2024

According to an annual report released ahead of Jerusalem Day, the Jerusalem population has exceeded one million, more than double the number in Tel Aviv. The report, compiled by the Jerusalem Institute for Policy Research, cites figures from Israel's 2022 census, showing Jerusalem's population at 1,005,900. Since October 7, 13,800...

Israel Police arrest 2 for Molotov Cocktail Attacks in Jerusalem neighborhood

24 Mar 2024

The Israel Police have arrested two Palestinians suspected of throwing Molotov cocktails, including those containing nails, at homes in the Beit Hanina neighborhood of Jerusalem. Last month, multiple fires and damage occurred near homes in Beit Hanina, although there were no casualties. Following the incident, Jerusalem police launched an investigation...

Any action which jeopardizes Jerusalem’s status quo is unacceptable: US

04 Jan 2023

“The US stands firmly and we have been very clear for the preservation of the status quo with respect to holy sites in Jerusalem. Any unilateral action that jeopardizes the status quo is unacceptable and we will remain steadfast on that and be very clear,” said Karine Jean-Pierre, the United...

1 killed, 18 wounded in Jerusalem explosions

23 Nov 2022

Due to twin explosions in Jerusalem, one person and 18 others got injured on Wednesday. Taking to Twitter the State of Israel's official handle tweeted, "A horrific morning in Jerusalem. 1 killed and 18 hurt in two separate terrorist attacks in which two bombs went off at two bus stops....