Jerusalem

Jerusalem's Western Wall vandalised with anti-war message: 'There is a holocaust in Gaza'

Jerusalem's Western Wall, which is one of the holiest sites for Jews, has been vandalised with a message reading 'there is a holocaust in Gaza'.

Israel imposes age restrictions on West Bank Muslims at Jerusalem mosque on Fridays during Ramzan

Reacting to Israel's order, the Palestinian Authority that restrictions on worshippers trying to enter the mosque for prayers is a violation of Israel's responsibilities as an occupying power

Israel detains French officials in Paris-owned Jerusalem Church, sparks int'l diplomatic incident

The incident at the French-owned Eleona church compound in Jerusalem led to foreign ministry in Paris saying Israel's ambassador would be summoned for this. It was not clear why the Israeli police had entered the site, which has been the focus of diplomatic incidents in the past

Why are protesters calling for fresh elections in Israel? Are Netanyahu's days numbered?

Anti-government demonstrators marched through the streets of Jerusalem, engaging in confrontations with police in the vicinity of Benjamin Netanyahu's residence while demanding new elections. Netanyahu now leads one of Israel's most right-wing coalitions but his popularity is on the wane following the war in Gaza

Israeli minister visits Al Aqsa complex in Jerusalem, courts controversy

Ireland, Spain, and Norway's acceptance of a Palestinian state was welcomed by the Palestinian Authority as well as by Hamas, its rival organization. While Hamas maintains sovereignty over Gaza, the Palestinian Authority exercises limited self-government over the West Bank

US restricts personnel from travelling in Israel amid threats of 'revenge' attack by Iran

The US said it had restricted its employees in Israel and their family members from travelling outside the greater Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and Be'er Sheva areas amid Iran's threats

What’s the Palestinian flag emoji controversy that has hit Apple?

Apple is facing flak after some iPhone users pointed out that the Palestinian flag emoji appeared when they typed ‘Jerusalem’. This had led to charges of antisemitism against the tech giant

Israel-Hamas war resumes after a weeklong ceasefire: Evaluating hopes against realities

In counter-terror operations, people are the centre of gravity. The next generation of Hamas will arise, with a frustrated populace demanding revenge

'Natural response to crimes of the occupier': Hamas claims responsibility for Jerusalem shooting that killed 3

The three victims of the terror attack have been identified as a 73-year-old rabbi, Elimelech Waserman, along with Hana Ifergan, 67, and Livia Dikman, 24

Terror attack in Jerusalem strengthens Israel's resolve to continue its war against Hamas: War cabinet minister

A large number of ambulances and police converged on the street that was crowded with morning commuters, and police said they were searching the area to make sure there were no other attackers