Jerusalem Day is an opportunity to reflect on our capital’s past, take stock of its present and plan for its future.
Jerusalem is the country’s heart and soul. Without it, there would be no Israel
Palestinian leaders accused Israel of working to alter the demographic composition, historic, and legal status of Jerusalem.
Scuffles were also reported between Arabs and Jews throughout the Muslim Quarter of the Old City before and during the march.
The Congressional Israeli Allies Caucus Caucus Co-Chair Rep. Brad Schneider, a member of Biden’s party, said that he is “proud to celebrate Jerusalem Day."
Jewish visitors to the Temple Mount raised Israeli flags and sang "Hatikva" at the site. | Palestinian protest on Gaza border.
With all eyes on Jerusalem during today’s events, let us redouble our efforts to bring peace, coexistence and equality to our beloved capital.
Israel Police and Shin Bet opened an investigation on the incident, with initial reports stating that that he is an illegal resident from Nablus.
Jerusalem Day falls on Friday but will be celebrated nationally on Thursday to avoid any conflict with Shabbat.
Jerusalem Day will probably not go without incidents this year, but in terms of major threats, the intelligence outlook is actually much calmer than in recent years