Traffic

Haredi protesters set road blocks at Jerusalem entrance roads, disrupting traffic into city

Traffic was disrupted at the entrance to Jerusalem on Saturday evening after Haredi protesters set up a series of roadblocks, police said.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Ultra-Orthodox Jews protest against the drafting of ultra-Orthodox Jews in Jerusalem, January 11, 2026; illustrative.
Traffic light displaying green.

National Transport Infrastructure Company deploys AI-based adaptive traffic lights across Israel

Netivei Israel's sample comprises 25 junctions presenting different scenarios. The average time saving at those junctions over the course of the day was 25 seconds per vehicle.

|ByALON PEARL/GLOBES/TNS
The US Air Force Thunderbirds fly up the Hudson River over New York City on August 4, 2026. The Thunderbirds performed at the Air Dot Show New York in Orange County, NY and are next headlining the Rochester International Airshow.

Controlled chaos: Inside Israel's air traffic during unprecedented US-Israel strikes - interview

It was the most complex, dangerous, and historic day since the establishment of the Israeli Air Force's air traffic control. Hundreds of aircraft of every possible type were returning simultaneously.

|ByAMIR BOHBOT
Navigating American roads requires international travelers to understand local laws, rental car rules, and common driving challenges.

Road-safety lessons every international traveler should know before driving in the U.S.

From state-specific traffic laws to rental insurance and accident procedures, here's what every visitor should know before driving in the U.S.

|ByIN COOPERATION WITH GSD MEDIA

NYPD arrests 13 pro-Palestinian protesters who backed-up Manhattan traffic during morning rush hour

It's not clear who organized Monday morning's protest. 

FEBRUARY 13, 2024ByHANNAH SARISOHN
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators protest as they take part in the ‘Biden: Stop supporting genocide!’ rally in New York City on January 20.

7 charged for taking drivers tests for others, passing fake licensing

Over 100 licenses were believed to be obtained in the now-obstructed crime ring.

JANUARY 24, 2024ByJOANIE MARGULIES
Driving (Illustrative photo)

A guide to Jerusalem real estate, construction boom, and traffic

In this new series of articles, we will look at Jerusalem’s continuous construction attempts, through real estate and public projects.

JANUARY 12, 2024ByALEX WINSTON
City of cranes, Israel’s national bird (as the joke goes).

Transportation Ministry announces change to public transport amid Israel's war with Hamas

While Israeli residents are advised to avoid all non-essential travel, Israel's Transportation Ministry posted further information regarding traffic operation schedules.

OCTOBER 11, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
EVERY PASSENGER is a story on the Jerusalem light rail.

Hunting dog pulled over for speeding in Slovakia

The dog's owner was fined on the spot for violating traffic regulations.

OCTOBER 2, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A dog sitting behind the wheel of a car. (Illustrative)

An old artillery shell causes traffic chaos in southern Jerusalem

Experts in the disposal of unexploded ordnance removed the shells.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
Artillery shells found during construction work in Jerusalem. September 19, 2023

Two Israelis arrested on highway in connection to Tel Aviv bomb blast

One of the suspects arrested on Route 431 tied himself to the blast during an investigation by Shin Bet and Border Police.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Israeli security forces at the scene where two suspects arrested on road 431, near Ramla, September 15, 2023

Did you ever wonder why traffic lights are red, orange, and green?

Unveiling the reason behind the choice of colors for traffic signals.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023ByWALLA!
The first electric traffic lights were introduced in 1914, in Cleveland, Ohio.

Six arrested during protests at Yariv Levin's home after police clashes

Protests are also expected to take place in Jerusalem on Monday afternoon, causing several traffic blockages throughout the city. 

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Anti-overhaul activists scuffle with police at a protest outside the home of Israeli Minister of Justice Yariv Levin, in Modi'in on September 11, 2023.

Police warn of heavy Tel Aviv traffic as Netanyahu visits new light rail

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will inspect the light rail system before its grand opening on Friday.

AUGUST 17, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Tel Aviv traffic