Jerusalem

Israel has not disclosed the identity or location of a blindfolded Gaza man in a photo showing him restrained in Israeli custody. The country acknowledged the depicted treatment contradicts its military values but provided no further details. Two Gaza mothers believe the man is their son.

A 21-year-old US citizen studying at Mir yeshiva in Jerusalem was charged with spying for Iran after allegedly performing intelligence tasks in exchange for cryptocurrency. The indictment alleges he communicated with Iranian intelligence-linked Telegram accounts, photographed sites, concealed a USB drive, and left a note confirming task completion.

Israeli settlers raided several Palestinian communities in the occupied West Bank, leading to attacks, arrests, and confrontations with Israeli security forces. Incidents included attempts to steal sheep in Arrabeh, arrests in Khan al-Ahmar, and the use of crowd-control measures in Idhna. The Palestinian Red Crescent reported injuries to Palestinians, including a young man struck by a rubber-coated steel bullet and two elderly individuals protecting their livestock.

Sa’ar accuses Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan of 'incitement to genocide' after Fidan claimed humanity 'cannot bear' Israel and labeled Israel a global problem. Fidan also called for international sanctions on Jerusalem following recognition of the Armenian genocide, prompting Sa’ar to urge global condemnation.

The US signed an agreement to build a permanent embassy compound in southern Jerusalem. US ambassador Mike Huckabee stated Jerusalem is the 'eternal, indigenous, and forever capital of the Jewish people.' Israeli human rights group Adalah condemned the construction, calling it an endorsement of unlawful displacement of Palestinians.

The United States signed an agreement to construct a permanent embassy in Jerusalem at the Allenby compound. The move follows President Trump's 2017 decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital and relocate the embassy from Tel Aviv. Israel's Foreign Minister called the agreement a reflection of the 'unbreakable alliance' between the two countries.

A 20-year-old US citizen was arrested in Jerusalem and is set to be charged with spying for Iran. The individual collected photos and videos of sensitive sites for a handler, receiving hundreds of dollars in payment before the arrest.

Azerbaijan criticizes Israel's recognition of the Armenian genocide, calling it a 'distortion of historical facts' and urging Jerusalem to reconsider. Azerbaijan, an ally of Israel, aligns with Turkey's position in rejecting the genocide label for World War I-era atrocities.

An NGO in Jerusalem is salvaging up to 10 tons of surplus produce weekly and launching Israel’s first Urban Food Policy Forum to coordinate efforts in feeding hungry locals and reducing food waste.

Tensions over the ancient Jerusalem site are escalating, with Jews praying outside the Western Wall near the al-Aqsa Mosque compound. The situation highlights ongoing disputes at a historically significant location.

President Herzog's helicopter made an emergency landing after hitting birds. No injuries or damages were reported. Herzog switched to a new military helicopter to continue his travels to the north from Jerusalem.

Police discovered a possible terror tunnel running from the West Bank toward Jerusalem and arrested two individuals. DNA evidence led to the arrests of a Palestinian and an East Jerusalem man; no weapons were found, but authorities are investigating whether the tunnel was intended for a terror attack or smuggling workers.

American pro-Israel activists may have experienced their worst week due to one party supporting Israel's critics and another party negotiating with Jerusalem's top adversary, marking a shift from previous bipartisan support.

The article discusses the longstanding reassurances from Washington to Jerusalem regarding the U.S.-Israel relationship, highlighting phrases like 'unshakeable' and 'ironclad.' However, it suggests that this bond may now be showing signs of strain.

Jerusalem and Beirut held their first talks since signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), with partial IDF withdrawal from south Lebanon under discussion. Hezbollah chief demands a timetable for full Israeli pullout, while an Israeli envoy criticized linking the talks to the US-Iran deal.

Itamar Ben Gvir, Israel's national security minister, has risen to prominence through far-right activism and controversial actions against Palestinians, becoming crucial to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's political survival. His incendiary rhetoric and treatment of Palestinian activists have drawn international backlash and bans in multiple countries.

The fifth round of Jerusalem-Beirut negotiations begins in Washington, DC, as Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu pledges to maintain a military presence in Lebanon. Lebanese Prime Minister says he will not accept any other party negotiating on Lebanon's behalf, despite the talks being overshadowed by the US-Iran deal.

An educator was detained for wearing a kippa displaying both Israeli and Palestinian flags. After Israeli police removed the Palestinian flag from his kippa in April, he purchased a new one from the same Jerusalem store and continues to wear it undeterred.

Tom Llamas, now anchor of NBC Nightly News, rose from an unpaid intern at age 15 to a prominent news figure, emphasizing continuous growth and improvement in journalism. He reports globally, interviews high-profile figures, and prioritizes adapting to a fragmented media landscape.

A World Cup goalie gained viral attention for his appearance, and a priceless painting in Jerusalem was damaged by a pine cone, among other international news highlights.

Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi visited Israel for the first state visit by a Somaliland leader, following Israel's recognition of Somaliland's independence. During the visit, the two sides signed a strategic cooperation agreement to expand ties in security, trade, and regional strategy.

Times of Israel reporter Zev Stub received an award for Diaspora coverage. Times of Israel founding editor David Horovitz delivered a keynote address about his recent visit to Syria at a B’nai B’rith International ceremony in Jerusalem.

A West Bank archaeology conference in Jerusalem drew hundreds, including scholars, but faced criticism for being 'highly politicized' and saw reduced international participation and absences from some field experts.

Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro received the Friends of Zion Award in Jerusalem. The award recognizes leaders for strengthening ties with Israel and promoting international cooperation.

Villa Catana, a century-old villa in Jerusalem's Talbieh neighborhood, sold for $14.7 million (NIS 105,000 per square meter) to an undisclosed buyer, reflecting ongoing demand for luxury homes.

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) condemned the opening of a 'Somaliland embassy' in occupied Jerusalem, calling it illegal and a violation of international law and the United Nations Charter. The OIC reaffirmed its support for Somalia.

The president of Somaliland, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullah, opened an embassy in Jerusalem's Har Hotzvim hi-tech park. The foreign minister noted the guest had visited Israel two months prior to the country's recognition of Israel.

Somaliland's President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi visited Israel in Jerusalem for a state visit, following Israel's official recognition of the breakaway African state months earlier.

An emerging US-Iran deal faces criticism in Israel and Iran from opponents of their respective leaderships. Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid claims the agreement fails to achieve Jerusalem's war goals, while anti-regime protesters in Iran's Mashhad argue Tehran made excessive concessions.

President Donald Trump called off strikes on Iran, stating a deal to end the war and reopen a key trade route would soon be 'finalized.' NBC News' Richard Engel reports from Jerusalem on potential next steps and Tehran's response.

A prominent Palestinian doctor captured by the Israeli military in Gaza in late 2024 appeared via video link at a Supreme Court hearing in Jerusalem. He was detained without charge and showed visible weight loss during the court appearance.

Israel has emptied four facilities within the Al-Aqsa Mosque complex used by the Islamic Waqf, according to the Al-Quds International Institution, which claims Israeli authorities used fabricated security reasons to justify the actions. The monitoring group warns this could enable Israeli police to extend control over the site's landmarks and replace the Waqf as the administrative authority.

Turkey and Saudi Arabia have agreed on a major regional railway line that bypasses Israel. Ankara highlights the deal as a way to reduce Jerusalem's influence, as progress on an India-Europe trade corridor through Israel remains stalled.

Scott Lucas, a professor at the Clinton Institute, University College Dublin, warns that Iran and Israel are increasingly acting independently of U.S. preferences, highlighting Donald Trump's diminishing influence. Tehran is seeking to reshape diplomatic negotiations by linking regional issues into a single process.

Iran launched missiles toward Israel, causing explosions near Jerusalem and the northern Dead Sea. Israeli sirens sounded in Tel Aviv and southern Israel as air defense systems intercepted the missiles. No injuries were reported from an earlier missile attack launched from Yemen.

Turkey’s interior minister vows to 'liberate' Jerusalem and return it to Turkish control, prompting a rebuke from Israel's Foreign Ministry. Israeli Foreign Minister Katz declared Jerusalem 'will remain Israel’s capital forever' in a Turkish-language response.

Israel reports Iran has launched missiles at it, marking the first such attack since a ceasefire in April. The claim is based on information from the Associated Press in Jerusalem.

Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad stated that a deadly shooting in central Israel is a response to 'aggression against Gaza' and ongoing Israeli policies including settlement expansion, extrajudicial killings, and violence in the West Bank and Jerusalem. Both groups condemned these policies as justifications for their actions against the 'Zionist entity' government.

Slovenia’s new prime minister Janez Jansa ordered the removal of the Palestinian flag from the main government building in Ljubljana, signaling a pro-Israel policy shift. Jansa criticized his predecessor’s recognition of Palestine and aligned his government with US President Donald Trump and Israel.

Jerusalem’s Pride and Tolerance march occurred in June as part of gay pride month, with the 2023 event taking a political tone by routing marchers to Israel’s parliament. Attendees noted that while LGBT people in Israel have more civil rights than in many Middle Eastern countries, further progress is still needed.