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Jerusalem

Israel Expels British Support Team From Ramallah

Israel ordered the British Support Team in Ramallah to leave after UK settlement sanctions, widening the dispute into Palestinian security cooperation

Israel HaBahiyr·Sep 11, 2026

Hussein al-Sheikh during a meeting at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., October 4, 2022 | Photo: Freddie Everett / U.S. Department of State / Public Domain
Jerusalem

Hussein al-Sheikh Backs Settlement Sanctions on Israel

Hussein al-Sheikh welcomed 12-country trade restrictions targeting Israeli communities and called for binding measures against settlement expansion and E1

Israel HaBahiyr·Sep 8, 2026

View of the planned E1 project area between Jerusalem and Ma’ale Adumim.
Jerusalem

12 Countries Back Israeli Settlement Trade Restrictions

Twelve countries backed new trade restrictions involving Israeli settlements as Britain imposed an import ban and France moved toward similar measures

Israel HaBahiyr·Sep 8, 2026

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee speaks into a microphone during a conference at Tel Aviv University.
Jerusalem

Mike Huckabee Questions UK Sanctions on Judea and Samaria

Mike Huckabee questioned Britain’s decision to target Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria, arguing that London applies unequal standards to Israel

Israel HaBahiyr·Sep 8, 2026

An empty classroom at St. George Elementary School in Beit Hanina, Jerusalem, during the September 1 school strike.
Jerusalem

Jerusalem Christian Schools Strike Over Teacher Permits

Jerusalem Christian schools suspended classes after more than 70 West Bank staff lost entry permits, reigniting debate over security and education

Israel HaBahiyr·Sep 1, 2026

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham speaking outdoors in a dark suit and glasses.
Jerusalem

Burnham Settlement Trade Ban Raises Israel Boycott Fears

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is reportedly considering a settlement trade ban, raising warnings that the policy could become a de facto boycott of Israel

Israel HaBahiyr·Aug 26, 2026

UN Secretary-General António Guterres speaking at a United Nations meeting.
Jerusalem

Guterres Condemns Israel Over UNRWA Qalandia

UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemned Israeli actions at the UNRWA Qalandia compound, while Israel continues to argue that UNRWA lost legitimacy after October 7

Israel HaBahiyr·Aug 25, 2026

Jerusalem

UNRWA Qalandia Center Seizure Sparks Jerusalem Clash

Israel’s move at the UNRWA Qalandia Training Center has sparked a clash over Jerusalem sovereignty, UN immunity, and UNRWA’s post-October 7 legitimacy crisis

Israel HaBahiyr·Aug 25, 2026

Officials standing in front of a Jerusalem light rail train at a station.
Jerusalem

Jerusalem L3 Light Rail Opens New Era In Capital Transport

Jerusalem opened the new L3 light rail line from HaTurim to Malha, creating Israel’s first light rail network and linking major neighborhoods, institutions, and transport hubs

Israel HaBahiyr·Aug 24, 2026

Jerusalem

E1 Settlement Project Draws European Threat To Builders

Five European governments condemned Israel’s E1 construction tenders and warned companies not to bid, escalating pressure over building near Jerusalem

Israel HaBahiyr·Aug 21, 2026

Avishai Moalem, commander of the Yamar Judea and Samaria police unit, attending a Knesset meeting.
Jerusalem

Judea And Samaria Law Enforcement Plan Ordered By Katz

Defense Minister Israel Katz ordered the IDF to prepare a plan transferring civilian law enforcement in Judea and Samaria to the Israel Police

Israel HaBahiyr·Aug 17, 2026

Jerusalem

United in Prayer: Notes from Around the World Placed in the Western Wall

King David declared: “You, Who hearken to prayer, to You all flesh shall come” (Psalms 65:3). One special form of prayer is the tradition of placing a note between the stones of the Western Wall, the sole remaining part of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. This tradition began centuries ago. The first known source for

Hadas Amram·Mar 9, 2026

Israel Advocacy

Following Papua New Guinea and Fiji, Samoa to Open Embassy in Jerusalem

Samoan Prime Minister La’auli Leuatea Schmidt has decided that Samoa will open an embassy in Jerusalem during the year 2026. Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar spoke with him today (Sunday) and welcomed the decision. Just spoke with the Prime Minister of Samoa, La’auli Leuatea Schmidt. I thanked him for his moral decision to open an

Hadas Amram·Jan 11, 2026

Jerusalem

Yom HaZikaron: Honoring the Fallen, Embracing Our Freedom

What is Yom HaZikaron? Why is it paired together with Yom HaAtzma’ut – Israel Independence Day? Here’s everything you need to know about Israel’s memorial day.

By Leah Bean Bowman·Apr 29, 2025

Israel Advocacy

Upon Arrival in Israel: What Is the First Thing the New U.S. Ambassador Wants to Do?

Mike Huckabee, the newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Israel and a well-known supporter of the Jewish state, previously pledged to begin his diplomatic mission with a personal prayer at the Kotel. Upon landing in Israel, he is expected to present his credentials to President Herzog.

By Yoav Bowman·Apr 17, 2025

Jerusalem

Look Again: “The Heroes of this Generation Live and Breathe Jewish Consciousness”

Is today’s young generation disconnected from Jewish consciousness? Is it detached from the values taught in the Passover Haggadah? A closer look at the spiritual courage of former hostages and young soldiers reveals the truth is quite the opposite.

Sinai Staff·Apr 16, 2025

Jerusalem

Planning to Visit the Western Wall? Don’t Miss ‘Birkat Cohanim’ – the Aaronic Blessing

The Priestly Blessing will take place twice during Chol Hamoed with Israel’s Chief Rabbis and released hostages. Here are the details on times and how to attend.

By Yoav Bowman·Apr 11, 2025

Jerusalem

Bible Study Part 7: Who heard Solomon’s call? Who blessed God?

In this series, the unique role of righteous gentiles in the Bible will be explored.

Rabbi Avi Baumol·Apr 7, 2025

Jerusalem

God Protects His People: Israeli Security Forces Successfully Foil Terror Attack in Jerusalem

Israel Police and the ISA (Shin Bet) thwarted a vehicle ramming and stabbing attack planned by a terrorist from East Jerusalem during the month of Ramadan. The terrorist, in his 20s, prepared pipe bombs and bought knives for the planned assault.

By Shimon Levi·Apr 6, 2025