Old city jerusalem

Yohanan Elishuv, last surviving fighter who raised Eilat's Ink Flag in 1948, dies at 95

During the first truce in June 1948, Elishuv was transferred to the southern front under Uzi Narkiss. He was wounded after driving over a mine, but returned to combat after recovering.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Yohanan Elishuv during the War of Independance.
Jane Kiel.

How a 'Jerusalem homecoming' highlighted the struggling tourism sector - opinion

Following a temporary retreat to Tiberias, Jane Kiel reflects on religion, war, and tourism as she returns to Jerusalem

|ByJANE KIEL
Israeli security forces at the scene of a terror attack near Damascus Gate in Jerusalem on June 16, 2017.

One lightly wounded in suspected stabbing terror attack near Old City's Damascus Gate

The attack came hours after more than 50,000 people gathered at the Western Wall to recite the selichot earlier in the night.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Aharon Bar-Oz deposits Naomi Shemer’s leter of response with the National Library of Israel, August 31, 2026.

Author of postcard sent to Naomi Shemer praising 'Jerusalem of Gold' identified after 59 years

“Now the time has come for it to be at the National Library," Bar-Oz said to Ynet. "It must be there, especially for the grandchildren and for those who say, ‘We'd rather die than enlist.’”

|ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM

Nucha Hotel has the ideal fusion of Jerusalem’s spirit and savor

The Jerusalem experience that Nucha offers is essentially twofold: elegance and class embodied by an approachable and inviting atmosphere.

OCTOBER 5, 2025ByYONATAN VERSTANDIG
THE NUCHA hotel in Jerusalem puts you in the middle of the bustling city.

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