Jerusalem capital

Where vision meets concrete: Ayala Londner and the JDA are building the future of Israel’s capital

The Jerusalem Development Authority is transforming Jerusalem for the next generation through strategic investments, grassroots programs, and bold infrastructure plans.

 City Gate Quarter, Yaffo st.
 The renewed Tower of David, now accessible to all.

Global conference strives to make Old City accessible for people with disabilities

 Passengers at Yitzhak Navon train station in Jerusalem on March 31, 2022

Metro to serve Jerusalem population of 1.8m by 2050

 Jewish men hold Israeli flags as they dance at Damascus Gate in Jerusalem's Old City, during Jerusalem Day celebrations, June 5, 2024.

Jerusalem's population reaches one million residents in 2024


Palestinians laud Australia’s stance to cancel Jerusalem as Israel's capital

The Palestinian Authority Foreign Affairs Ministry praised the decision as a “positive correction of Australia’s position.”

 An Australian flag is seen hung in a tree burnt by bushfire on the property of farmer Jeff McCole in Buchan, Victoria, Australia

Australia reverses recognition of west Jerusalem as Israel's capital

Australia's government "recommits Australia to international efforts in the responsible pursuit of progress towards a just and enduring two-state solution," Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong said i

 An Australian flag is seen hung in a tree burnt by bushfire on the property of farmer Jeff McCole in Buchan, Victoria, Australia

Israel slams Australia for revoking Jerusalem capital recognition, envoy summoned

The Australian government cited its belief that the status of Jerusalem should be resolved through peace negotiations.

 The national flags of Australia and Israel are seen outside the building housing the Australian Embassy in Tel Aviv, Israel October 16, 2018.

On This Day: Jerusalem Law passed, recognizing Jerusalem as united capital

The law established Jerusalem as the united capital of Israel as well as the seat of government.

 AN ISRAELI flag with a Magen David on top of it appears in the foreground of the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem’s Old City.

From the blog of Jerusalem Jane: 'God will always be Israel's defender'

Stories from a Christian Zionist from Denmark who has made Israel her home.

 CELEBRANTS HOLD Israeli flags and dance during the March of Flags at the Damascus Gate in the Old City of Jerusalem in June.

Pro-Israel European politicians gather for online conference on Jerusalem

“We have been able to unite pro-Israel parliamentarians around the world and form one global voice in support of preserving the unity of Jerusalem.”

 Israel Allies Foundation Jerusalem Conference

COVID: As Jerusalem reopens, shop owners are excited - and scared

The streets are relatively busy on a Sunday morning, and the shops seem busy, but 'For Rent' signs hang on the windows of dozens of the stores and restaurants that line the street.

Israelis shopping at Mamilla mall in Jerusalem, March 1, 2021.

Netanyahu thanks Trump on third anniversary of Jerusalem recognition

The premier and US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman hung a copy of that proclamation in the Prime Minister’s Office.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman on third anniversary of President Donald Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capitol, December 6, 2020.

Criminal mischief on the Mesila

From sexual harassment to burglary, Jerusalem’s green oasis hopes for better days

MESILA PARK, about 6 km. long, is a symbol of coexistence for Jerusalem residents.

This week in Jerusalem - A round-up of city affairs

What has been going on in Israel's capital this week?

THE KNESSET: And now an environmental controversy over enlarging its plot of land.