Jerusalem
U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem Wins Bipartisan Senate Support
Senators backed an amendment supporting the embassy move in a 97-3 vote on Thursday night.
After Trump, Israel's Claim To Truth Is Stronger
Israel now faces the Biden era from a much stronger position.
Gavin Newsom Deploys 1,000 National Guard Troops Over Fears of Civil Unrest
The California Highway Patrol and Department of General Services have also installed a 6-foot chain link fence around the perimeter of the State Capitol in Sacramento.
U.N. 'Palestinian Package' of Resolutions Only Fans the Flames of Conflict
By ignoring our three thousand-year link to the Temple Mount, the U.N. validates the Palestinian refusal to recognize our right to exist as the world's only Jewish state.
Mike Pompeo Calls Jerusalem the 'Rightful Capital of the Jewish Homeland'
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo may have violated the Hatch Act when he pre-recorded his remarks for Tuesday's Republican National Convention while on a diplomatic trip to the Middle East.
After Hagia Sophia, Erdogan Voices Jerusalem Ambitions
Recep Tayyip Erdogan is an Islamist dictator with neo-Ottoman regional ambitions.
Michael Bloomberg Criticizes Bernie Sanders at AIPAC, Won't Move Embassy
Bloomberg, who received a standing ovation when introduced at AIPAC, demanded bipartisan support for Israel from Democrats but never directly criticized Republicans or President Donald Trump by name.
Progressive Jewish Groups Dismiss Trump's Middle East Peace Plan As 'Sham'
"This is a political ploy by both leaders to distract from their abuse of power," IfNotNow's Emily Mayer said, referring to Trump and Israel's Netanyahu.
Street for Pilgrims 'Commissioned by Pontius Pilate' Unearthed in Jerusalem
The walkway would have linked the Pool of Siloam to Temple Mount and was built about 2,000 years ago.
Jewelry from Ancient Babylonian Destruction of Jerusalem Unearthed
It is no more than an inch in diameter, but it has enormous implications for the social history of the biblical period.
Gaza Man Gets Life-changing Surgery for Rare 'Tree Bark' Skin Condition
The inherited disorder, caused by chronic infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV), leads to unusual bark-like growths on the hands and other body parts.
Jerusalem Tells Kindergartens to Block Minorities
"Do not allow the entry of foreigners into the kindergarten grounds," the notice read.
Al-Aqsa Mosque Burns At Same Time as Notre Dame
A fire broke out at the revered Al-Aqsa Mosque compound's Marwani Prayer Room in Jerusalem just as flames ravaged the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.
West Jerusalem Is Israel's Capital: Australia
But the country doesn't plan on moving its embassy to the ancient city until there is a peace agreement in the region.
The U.S. Needs to Step Up or Step Aside
Here are the three things Donald Trump needs to do to restore the U.S. as a credible player in resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Pontius Pilate: Ancient Ring Found in Palace Dig
The copper alloy jewelry was discovered in the 1960s, but its possible relevance was noticed only recently.
Palestinians in West Bank Celebrate Rashida Tlaib's Win
Tlaib, 42, made history, along with Minnesota's Ilhan Omar, as they become the first Muslim women elected to Congress.
Mass Decapitation Revealed at Israel Burial Site
Hundreds of bones reveal the bloody executions of men, women and children.
Aussie Prime Minister Mulls Embassy Move to Jerusalem
Critics say the prime minister is using the issue to win the Jewish vote in a crucial by-election.
Haley Resigns, Leaving Trump's Troubled Legacy at U.N.
Throughout her tenure, the former South Carolina governor oversaw the U.S. exit from major international organizations and agreements, often citing the administration's official line of prioritizing national security, American interests and unwavering support for Israel.
Palestinian Forced From Jerusalem Mayoral Race
Forced out by Israeli bureaucracy and Palestinian threats, Aziz Abu Sarah maintained, "We have stirred the water enough to make a difference."
Paraguay Moves Embassy Back to Tel Aviv From Jerusalem
"Paraguay wants to contribute to an intensification of regional diplomatic efforts to achieve a broad, fair and lasting peace in the Middle East," the South American country's Foreign Minister Luis Alberto Castiglioni said.
Palestinian Journalist Wants to Be Jerusalem Mayor
Aziz Abu Sarah, a journalist and enterpreneur who lost his brother to the conflict, says he wants to be mayor for everyone—Palestinians and Jews alike.
Arab Leaders Reject Trump's Confederation Plan
"A Palestinian state must be established with security, borders and a capital before talking about any kind of confederation since it is needed to be able to achieve such a thing," said Ziad Abu Zayyad, an international spokesman for the Fatah party.
Anti-LGBT Posters Appear Before Jerusalem Pride
The parade follows huge protests against a controversial new law that bars gay men from surrogacy parenthood rights
Why Young Jews Are Rebelling on Birthright Trips
The Birthright organization offers free trips to Israel for young Jews, and in recent weeks two groups walked off the tours in protest of what they said was a dishonest representation of the political situation in the country.
Israel's PM Says He 'Convinced' Trump to Exit Iran Deal
While the relationship between Trump and Putin is discussed, Netanyahu managed to drag the U.S. away from Russia and "the whole world."
Israel Embassy Will Cost 100 Times More Than Trump Said
The president's initial estimate was $250,000, but the project has cost more than $20 million so far.
Israel Lawmaker Blames Earthquake on Reform Jews
Condemning reformists who would like to see more gender-inclusive prayer spaces, ultra-Orthodox Israeli lawmaker said "they are not Jews."
Turkey's Erdogan Wants to Be Champion for Palestinians
Israeli officials said Erdogan is also donating funds to Islamic Organizations in Arab neighborhoods in East Jerusalem.