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Hamas plans to run in upcoming Palestinian elections, to prioritize status quo at al-Aqsa Mosque

Elections for the Palestinian Legislative Council are set to go ahead on November 28, the first in 20 years after Hamas won in January 2006. Hamas won 74 of the seats, with Fatah following behind.

|ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD
Hamas militants stand guard near a stage before releasing Israeli hostage Agam Berger to a Red Cross team in Jabalia on January 30, 2025, as part of their third hostage-prisoner exchange; illustrative
People walk in the Old City of Jerusalem on March 8, 2026.

Government exploring plans to seize Arab homes, public buildings in Jerusalem's Old City - report

The government's investigation will focus on Chain Gate Street, a major commercial and tourist center on the border between the Jewish and Muslim quarters, and is very close to the Temple Mount.

|ByMAYA ZANGER-SHAMIR
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount alongside Rabbi Elisha Wolfson, calling to expand Jewish worship at holy site, Sunday, April 12, 2026.

Israeli 'violations' of Temple Mount spark backlash from Muslim, Arab states

In a joint statement, eight Arab countries condemned Israel's actions at Jerusalem's holy sites, calling them "provocations" and violations of international law.

|ByJAMES GENN
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount alongside Rabbi Elisha Wolfson, calling to expand Jewish worship at holy site, Sunday, April 12, 2026.

Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount, says he feels like the ‘owner’ of holy site, Jordan condemns trip

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir says he feels like the “owner” of the Temple Mount and vows expanded Jewish access, as Jordan condemns the visit.

|ByKESHET NEEV, REUTERS

Palestinians rail at Likud lawmaker's proposal to divide Temple Mount

The PA's Mohammad Shtayyeh warned that a plan to divide the Temple Mount between Jews and Muslims would cause "overwhelming anger."

JUNE 12, 2023ByKHALED ABU TOAMEH
Palestinians seen at the Al Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem's Old City, during a stormy winter day, February 7, 2023.

Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount: 'We are the masters of Jerusalem'

While about 1,146 Jews visited the Temple Mount on Thursday amid Jerusalem Day festivities, Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir did not join them.

MAY 21, 2023ByTZVI JOFFRE
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visits the Temple Mount, May 21, 2023

Celebrate Jerusalem Day to promote peace, coexistence in Israel - editorial

With all eyes on Jerusalem during today’s events, let us redouble our efforts to bring peace, coexistence and equality to our beloved capital.

MAY 18, 2023ByJPOST EDITORIAL
YOUTHS CELEBRATE Jerusalem Day outside the Old City walls of Jerusalem last year.

Jerusalem Day: Here's what to know ahead of the flag march

Security tensions, road closures, march routes and music festivals: Here's what to know for Jerusalem Day.

MAY 17, 2023ByTZVI JOFFRE
Itamar Ben-Gvir waves a flag at the Jerusalem Flag March on June 15

Jerusalem serial rioter who opened Snapchat group for riots indicted

Rioter established a Snapchat group chat to organize participation in riots throughout Jerusalem.

MAY 8, 2023ByMICHAEL STARR
Israeli Border Police work at al-Aqsa mosque, also known to Jews as the Temple Mount, while tension arises during clashes with Palestinians in Jerusalem's Old City, April 5, 2023.

Letters to the Editor May 1, 2023: Israel’s prerogative

Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.

MAY 1, 2023ByLETTERS TO THE EDITOR
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Voices from the Arab press: Sudan enters a dark tunnel

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

APRIL 29, 2023ByTHE MEDIA LINE
GATHERING AT the station to flee clashes in Sudan’s capital of Khartoum, April 19.

Palestinian Authority: Israel ‘playing with fire’ at Temple Mount

PA officials expressed outrage after some of the Jewish visitors to the Temple Mount carried the Israeli flag.

APRIL 26, 2023ByKHALED ABU TOAMEH
A man waves a Palestinian flag while standing above a sundial along a colonnade before the Dome of the Rock shrine at al-Aqsa mosque compound in the Old City of Jerusalem on April 7, 2023 on the third Friday Noon prayer during the Muslim holy fasting month of Ramadan.

Waqf, Palestinian groups warn Israel: Stop meddling in Temple Mount affairs

The Waqf Department accused the Israeli authorities of “violating the sanctity of the al-Aqsa Mosque."

APRIL 23, 2023ByKHALED ABU TOAMEH
Muslims break their fast by eating the Iftar meal, during the holy month of Ramadan next to the Dome of the Rock on the compound known to Muslims as the Noble Sanctuary and to Jews as the Temple Mount in Jerusalem's Old City April 4, 2023

Voices from the Arab press: 2023: Pivotal moment in int’l & regional history

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from Arab media around the world.

APRIL 14, 2023ByTHE MEDIA LINE
(FROM L) Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, US President Joe Biden and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak hold a press conference during the AUKUS summit in San Diego, California, March 13.