East Jerusalem

A cautious Ramadan: Balancing security, rights, and common sense for a peaceful month - editorial

As Ramadan begins, Israel takes a cautious approach, managing security without escalating tensions, hoping for a month of prayer and peace.

Israel Police officers patrol in Jerusalem’s Old City during the beginning of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, February 18, 2026.
A GUN being smuggled from the West Bank to east Jerusalem, found by Israel Police, February 15, 2026.

Man caught smuggling weapon from West Bank to east Jerusalem days before Ramadan

English Barb pigeon is seen receiving treatment after being smuggled from Jordan into Israel on Februray 10, 2026.

East Jerusalem man tries to smuggle rare species of pigeon to Israel via Jordan

Ancient and counterfeit coins seized by Israel Antiquities Authority in East Jeruusalem raid, February 2, 2026.

Police seize hundreds of ancient, counterfeit coins in east Jerusalem antiquities raid


A confrontation with the US is not desired, but it is necessary - opinion

As in the past, Israel will call on the support of its friends on both aisles of Congress, in the media, and among Jewish organizations – to come to an understanding with its all-important ally.

 ONE OF the guiding principles of the late Moshe Dayan was to avoid conflicts with the US unless forced by vital Israeli security interests, the writer notes.

Tariq Nassar: Ex-'haredi Muslim' changing Jerusalem through bees, placemaking

At the Table: After meeting the founder of Muslala, which fosters urban agriculture in unused spaces, Tariq Nassar sought to do the same to east Jerusalem.

 Tariq Nassar at eastern Jerusalem’s American Colony Hotel.

Hostile foreign Islamists infiltrating east Jerusalem, increasing extremism - opinion

Wisely implemented action on local and national levels will significantly mitigate the damage from extreme elements and will encourage the participation of leaders and community cooperation.

Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu meets with his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amirabdollahian in Ankara, Turkey June 27, 2022.

Jerusalem has UNRWA schools and the municipality has no idea

Just as in Gaza, they study from textbooks full of hatred and incitement against the State of Israel in general and against Jews in particular.

 A UNRWA funded school in eastern Jerusalem. January 29, 2024

Pisgat Ze’ev: A symbol of the future Jerusalem?

With a focus on sustainability and innovation, developers are reshaping Pisgat Ze’ev’s urban fabric.

 Pisgat Ze'ev Center Mall and light rail station.

This week in Jerusalem: Marathon is a go!

A weekly round-up of city affairs.

 LACE UP those running shoes because the Jerusalem Marathon is on for March 8.

This week in Jerusalem: For your health

A weekly round-up of city affairs.

 Herzog Medical Center in Jerusalem (Illustrative)

Silicon Wadi: What's in east Jerusalem's new business hub?

East Jerusalem's 'Silicon Wadi' employment program sets to rise with 14-floor buildings, transforming the landscape


Jerusalem teen terrorist wanted to be a Hamas 'martyr,' left note

She expressed a desire to be recognized as a martyr and indicated her support for the Hamas terrorist organization.

 Border Police stand guard while Palestinian worshipers they try to attend Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, at the Lion's gate in Jerusalem's Old City, January 5, 2024

Grapevine: Renewing Rockefeller

Movers and shakers in Israeli society

ROCKEFELLER MUSEUM, east Jerusalem