Holy sites in jerusalem

'I refuse to hide my cross': Jerusalem's Christians describe a climate of fear

Clergy, residents, and business owners say assaults against Christians in Jerusalem are becoming more frequent – and more tolerated

‘We were taught to love each other, not to hate. Christians are a peaceful community,’ says Naji Mansour, owner of Mansour Money Change in the Old City. Premium
A pile of books.

Parashat Vayakhel-Pekudei: Wisdom of the wise

Israel Police officers patrol in Jerusalem’s Old City during the beginning of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, February 18, 2026.

A cautious Ramadan: Balancing security, rights, and common sense for a peaceful month - editorial

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas addresses the general Conference of Fatah Youth in Ramallah, with a backdrop including a portrait of Abbas and Yasser Arafat, November 27, 2025; illustrative.

PA drafts constitution, omits Jewish ties to Jerusalem, calls for Sharia legal system


As Israel becomes more nationalistic, liberal US Jews become more distant

The report presented to the Israali cabinet also focuses on the demographics of Israel’s capital, concluding that the government should consider new measures to ensure a Jewish majority in Jerusalem.

People take part in the 51st annual Israel parade in New York City last year

In Pictures: Thousands hike at midnight to visit Joshua’s grave

Israelis cannot typically visit the graves, except for on special occasions in the middle of the night when the IDF shuts down a section of the village to allow for their safe passage.

Outside of Joshua's Tomb in the Palestinian village of Kifl Haris

Rare 150-year-old Jerusalem maps sell for NIS 13,000 at auction

First modern maps of Jerusalem from Ottoman era composed by British Army contractor sold.

AN IMAGE of one of the maps, which dates from 1864

WATCH: Christians attend Easter mass in Jerusalem's Holy Sepulchre

Pilgrims and local Christians have been flocking to Jerusalem's Old City to celebrate Easter and Jesus' resurrection.

Christians attend Easter mass in Jerusalem's Holy Sepulchre

Joseph’s Tomb restored after October arson attack by Palestinian rioters

A team of 50 workers went to the holy site during the night to repair the damages caused by Palestinian rioters.

Tomb of Josef, Nablus

Western Wall rabbi condemns UNESCO for declaring forefathers' tombs to be Islamic sites

The UN cultural body asserts that the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron and the Tomb of Rachel on the outskirts of Jerusalem are an integral part of Palestine.

Cave of the Patriarchs

The haunted compound

It may not be demons and ghosts of the spiritual variety, but a plot of land in the center of Jerusalem carries with it a history of conflict and diplomacy between nations.

The old hospital in the Russian Compound.

Teddy: The man who transformed the city

Jerusalem may not have a beach, but cooling off in water is one of the favorite local pastimes. So where do tourists and locals find a place to cool off?

Cooling off in Teddy Park’s fountain water show

J’lem Municipality denies demolition order for mosque

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat has repeatedly stated that no distinction is made by the municipality between illegally built structures anywhere in the capital.

East Jerusalem’s Silwan neighborhood, October 21

ISIS on the Temple Mount

The Jerusalem Post