Jerusalem

New Colombian and Slovenian governments flip Israel policy, to move their embassies to Jerusalem

Within one month of each other, leftist, pro-Palestine governments in both countries were voted out and replaced by right-wing leaders who vowed to restore full diplomatic relations with Israel.

Colombia’s incoming foreign minister, Omar Bula Escobar (L), and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar shake hands after agreeing to work to repair Israel and Colombia's relations.
Palestinians are standing in queues in front of Damascus Gate on Eid Al-Fitr on March 20, 2026 in Jerusalem.

Jerusalem highlights: July 17-23

A Jewish man worships during a visit to Al-Aqsa compound, known to Jews as the Temple Mount, in Jerusalem's Old City, July 15, 2026. The Dome of the Rock can be seen in the background.

US House passes Temple Mount amendment to advocate for Jewish prayer rights

A view of the caves and depopulated homes in Lifta, west of Jerusalem, pictured in 2017; illustrative.

Human skull fragments found in cave west of Jerusalem, police probe incident


Baby puree scare: Police examine possible terror angle after sedatives hospitalize four infants

The Health Ministry confirmed that laboratory tests found clonazepam and lorazepam in jars of Prinok baby fruit puree sold at two branches of Zol Begadol, a discount supermarket chain in Jerusalem.

A woman enters the Zol Begadol branch on Jaffa Street, downtown Jerusalem, June 17, 2026.

Four infants hospitalized in Jerusalem after consuming puree containing sedatives

Blood tests conducted on the infants found traces of benzodiazepines, a substance used in psychiatric medications and sedatives. 

The entrance to the Emergency room at the Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital in Jerusalem on November 1, 2020.

US-Iran deal means Israel will be ‘in this s*** a lot longer,’ Jerusalemites say

Some Israelis indicated that, with the MoU, which is set to be officially signed in Switzerland on Friday, they saw an emerging rift between the US and Israel.

People walk on Jaffa Street in central Jerusalem, June 15, 2026.

Netzer Capital invests NIS 1m. in Golan Heights design company Collectie

The investment marks the fund’s second deal in northern Israel and is intended to help Collectie expand product development, sales, and brand awareness.

Sisters Anat and Yaara Eshkol, co-founders of Collectie, which received a NIS 1 million investment from Netzer Capital to expand its product development and brand reach.

October 7 documentary ‘The Prophet’ to make Jerusalem debut on Thursday

Melissa Francis said she was motivated to make the film after Oct. 7 to explain Israel to viewers outside the country, particularly in the United States.

Screening of "The Prophet" in Delray, Florida, June 8, 2026.

French-Israeli businessman buys eight unbuilt Jerusalem apartments for NIS 24 million

"Kiryat Yoval is at a turning point where the old housing supply is being replaced by modern buildings, which create price arbitrage in favor of buyers in the early stages"

A View of Kiryat Menachem and Kiryat Yovel, Jerusalem

WATCH: Police officers attempt to disperse haredi protest in Jerusalem

"Dozens of rioters began blocking traffic routes and public buses with their bodies, significantly disrupting the routine of life in the area and putting road users at risk," the police said.

Ultra-Orthodox Jewish men clash with police during a protest against construction work on the Jerusalem Light Rail in the Bar-Ilan area of Jerusalem, June 8, 2026; Illustrative.

How to find the perfect summer camp in Jerusalem for your kids and teens

Discover how to match your child, teenager with the right Jerusalem summer camp for a fun, safe, and enriching summer experience.

 Groups participating in the summer camp programs.

Jerusalem’s next chapter

The bid to turn the holy city into the Middle East’s economic capital

Old city of Jerusalem: ‘If you want to preserve the city, you have to work within the existing urban footprint.’

WATCH: Haredim protest in Jerusalem, central Israel over detention of draft dodgers

Israel Police said later on Wednesday that the Jerusalem protests had been dispersed and roads had reopened to traffic.

Ultra-Orthodox Jewish protesters demonstrate against the arrest of ultra orthodox jewish men who took part in a protest outside the home of Supreme Court Justice Noam Sohlberg and were later handed over to the military police, outside the police station in Jerusalem, June 10, 2026.