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מפגש מרגש בין לוחמי חטיבה 10 ובין ותיקי חטיבת הראל ששחררו את ירושלים לפני 59 שנה

Emotional reunion: Harel Brigade tank crews recall battle for Jerusalem in 1967

Veterans of the Harel Brigade from the Six-Day War reunited with current commanders, recalling the rapid push into the Jerusalem and hearing that 'The Temple Mount is in our hands'

Gilad Cohen | 05.16.26

Tens of thousands celebrate Jerusalem Day Flag March; 13 detained after Old City clashes

Crowds gather in capital for annual Flag Dance; Nissan arrived with her children, saying, 'It is important for them to see Jerusalem in all its glory,' while Gal said, 'If there were less politics, more people would come'; earlier, youths clashed with Old City residents and left-wing activists, threw chairs and shouted slurs

Gilad Cohen, Liran Tamari | 05.14.26

For new olim, Jerusalem is more than a destination — it’s coming home

As Jerusalem remains the top destination for North American olim, one family prepares to begin a new life in the capital while a young olah reflects on how the city transformed her connection to Israel and the Jewish people

Emma Oliver Hacham | 05.14.26

What Jerusalem Day should mean to American Jews

Opinion: Yom Yerushalayim is not only an Israeli celebration, it is a reminder to American Jews that Jewish memory, faith and peoplehood all point to the same place; a day that asks Jews everywhere whether Jerusalem still stands at the center of our Jewish identity.

Stephen M. Flatow | 05.14.26

The capital in lights: Jerusalem Day landmarks to see

For 59th Jerusalem Day, the capital’s illuminated churches, monuments and public buildings offer a free nighttime tour through history, architecture and light, revealing a side of the city that looks strikingly different after dark

Yulia Prilik Niv | 05.13.26

New Olim family attend ‘Welcome Home’ event at Nefesh B’Nefesh Jerusalem Campus

Ahead of Jerusalem Day, Israel’s capital continues to lead in North American aliyah

New aliyah figures released ahead of Yom Yerushalayim show Jerusalem remains the leading destination for North American olim, with thousands continuing to choose Israel’s capital despite ongoing security challenge

ynet Global | 05.13.26

התינוקת ליה גולובנציץ ז"ל והחדר במעון בירושלים

Two babies identified in Jerusalem daycare deaths as probe points to extreme heat, dehydration

Investigators say no signs of poisoning were found in the unlicensed Jerusalem daycare where Leah Goloventchitz, 3 months, and Aaron Katz, 6 months, died, with forensic experts assessing dehydration linked to high heat in a closed room

Or Hadar, Gilad Cohen, Shilo Freid | 01.19.26

UAE summons Israeli ambassador over Jerusalem ‘provocations’

Emirati officials issue sharp condemnation over what they described as 'disgraceful and offensive violations against Palestinian' in Al-Aqsa Mosque compound and Muslim Quarter of capital’s Old City during Jerusalem Day celebrations

Itamar Eichner | 05.28.25

Jerusalem wakes up to a building boom, leading a nationwide urban renewal drive

The city is approving plans for tens of thousands of new housing units, while private developers and contractors are flocking to the capital, pointing to Jerusalem as a model for other municipalities across Israel

Rotem Aloni | 05.26.25

Tens of thousands attend Jerusalem Flag March | Watch

Many came to celebrate with Israeli flags in the traditional parade in Jerusalem, which is moving toward the Western Wall and will pass through the Old City - where clashes between Jews and Arabs have been recorded; Signs were hung on ATMs in the city: 'Belongs to Jews, do not harm'

Liran Tamari, Moran Azulay | 05.26.25

Despite Gaza war, North American aliyah to Jerusalem hits new highs

Aliyah to Jerusalem surges 20% in 2024 with 1,725 new arrivals since October 7, as post-attack resolve, community ties and commitment to Israeli society drive influx

Itamar Eichner | 05.26.25

58th Jerusalem Day wish list: Explore the city like a local in six steps

From uncovering the secret spots to sleeping in a boutique hotel, here are six unique experiences for residents and visitors who still believe they can do it all in one day, one wish for each decade since Jerusalem Day was first marked

Gura Berger | 05.26.25

Jerusalem Day guide: Tours, food and places to stay

Israel’s capital is packed with history, government institutions, museums and religious landmarks — but also boasts a dynamic culinary scene and wide range of hotels; rediscover the city through historical sites, walking tours and unique eateries

Yael Walzer | 05.26.25

שלושה שוטרים על יום ירושלים מהזווית שלהם

As war rages, Jerusalem's men and women in blue keep the peace

As Israel finds itself in nearly two years of war on multiple fronts and with terror threats always looming, the Temple Mount, probably the region's most volatile site, has remained relatively calm thanks to the work of the capital's police force

Liran Tamari | 05.26.25

Giant Israeli flag measuring 46 meters by 28 meters was unfurled across the Western Wall Plaze

Jerusalem Day celebrations at Western Wall begin with giant Israeli flag

Thousands gather at the Western Wall plaza to mark the start of Jerusalem Day, which commemorates the reuniting of the eastern and western sides of the city | Watch live

Shilo Freid, Ynetnews | 05.25.25

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