Old city jerusalem

Sirens, shelters and an empty Old City: Jerusalem rattled on the first day of war with Iran

The war comes as Israel prepares to celebrate Purim, a Jewish holiday commemorating the overthrow of an oppressive Persian regime, offering a powerful parallel for the current moment.

|ByTHEIA CHATELLE/JTA
Pedestrians run for cover in central Jerusalem following incoming missile sirens amid the war between Israel and Iran, Feb. 28, 2026.
Muslim worshippers pray at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem’s Old City, marking the beginning of the holy Muslim month of Ramadan, February 17, 2026.

What is Ramadan, the holiest month in Islam? - explainer

Although many non-Muslims see the main focus of the month in daily fasting, Islam encourages its followers to better themselves through different means, including increased prayer and charity.

|ByLEO FEIERBERG BETTER
Temple Mount

Temple Mount’s delicate balance tested as Jewish prayer, Ramadan crowds meet

For decades after 1967, the Temple Mount was defined by a simple rule: Jews could visit but not pray. Small but meaningful changes are quietly shifting that balance.

|ByNATAN ROTHSTEIN
THE NEATLY tucked-away Antopol Martyrs Synagogue.

Grapevine: Jewish-Irish eyes are smiling

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

|ByGREER FAY CASHMAN

Walking, singing, eating, praying: Embracing the year ahead in Jerusalem

From early morning walks to karaoke nights and Sukkot shopping, discover 7 uplifting ways to make the coming year more joyful, spiritual, and meaningful.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025ByALAN ROSENBAUM
An I Love Jerusalem sign outside of the Old City.

Jerusalem highlights : August 22-28

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

AUGUST 22, 2025ByHAGAY HACOHEN
Shira Kamrad, ‘Jerusalem Beach.'

Tucker Carlson is once again spreading lies about Israel via his guests - opinion

This time, the lies he is spreading is about the Temple Mount.

AUGUST 21, 2025BySTEVEN BURG
Tucker Carlson (R) interviews Mother Agapia Stephanopoulos (L), August 2025.

Grapevine, July 18, 2025: Courting controversy

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

JULY 18, 2025ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee arrives to a court hearing of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Tel Aviv District Court, July 16, 2025.

Grapevine: Good, nutritious food in their bellies

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

JULY 5, 2025ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
IDF soldiers in a swearing in ceremony. February 27, 2025.

Exceptional vacation accommodation in Jerusalem

In Jerusalem is exploring unique and beautiful places to stay overnight in Jerusalem.

JULY 4, 2025ByJUDITH SEGALOFF
Western Wall Luxury House

Stones and stories: The life of a veteran family of Jerusalem's Old City

Residing steps away from the Temple Mount for near 50 years, the Ilans are well acquainted with life in the Old City of Jerusalem.

JUNE 28, 2025ByYONATAN VERSTANDIG
The Jewish Quarter, as seen from above the Old City.

Jerusalem copes: How Israel's capital handles the escalation with Iran

The Western Wall stands abandoned and the Old City is desolate, with only a small fraction of the usual crowds going swiftly about their shopping before the next siren wails.

JUNE 20, 2025ByJUDITH SEGALOFF
A small group pray at the Kotel at night, near the shelter.

WATCH: 'Without Nakba, there is no victory': Violence breaks out in Jerusalem's Old City

Jerusalem Post witnesses said that they saw rioters spit on Standing Together activists, assault police officers, and sing racist chants.

MAY 26, 2025ByCORINNE BAUM
Israeli Left and Right-wing activist clash in Jerusalem's Old City's Damascus Gate, during the Jerusalem Day flag march, May 26, 2025

A Christian student’s life-changing year at Hebrew U - opinion

Boycotting Israeli universities doesn’t just harm Israel; it deprives students worldwide of the opportunity to study at an outstanding institution in a beautiful, historic, diverse, and fair country

MAY 21, 2025ByCHRISTIAN COX
THE WRITER pays one of his daily visits to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem.