Keyword "Western Wall" - List of latest news (32 results)

20/04 As Trump's eyes and ears in Israel, Huckabee’s role as ambassador will be vital - editorial

A conservative, Envangelical pastor, Huckabee has led thousands of participants on solidarity missions to Israel over the decades.

17/04 Huckabee to Begin Ambassadorship by Delivering Trump’s Prayer to Jerusalem’s Western Wall

Ambassador Mike Huckabee stated he will place a handwritten prayer from President Donald Trump in Jerusalem’s Western Wall on Friday.

15/04 Eliya Cohen makes first visit to Western Wall after release for Birkat Kohanim

The visit marked exactly one year after Eliya’s mother, Sigi Cohen, prayed at the Western Wall for her son's safe return.

06/04 Let my people go have fun! 48 things to do for Passover in and near Jerusalem

48 ways to celebrate Passover – Fun In Jerusalem provides the guide

18/02 Former Hamas hostage Emily Damari returns to Western Wall

After 471 days in captivity, Emily Damari revisits the sacred site that gave her hope through a stolen radio moment on Yom Kippur.

14/02 Western Wall Rabbi urges stone be returned from airport display

On Wednesday, Ben-Gurion Airport launched a new exhibit showcasing archeological artifacts, among which was a five-tone stone from the Western Wall. 

03/02 Thai delegation visits Western Wall after five nationals released from Gaza

Last Thursday, Thenna Pongsak, 36, Sathian Suwannakham, 35, Sriaoun Watchara, 33, Seathao Bannawat, 27, and Rumnao Surasak, 32 were released from Gaza captivity. 

11/01 Ohel Yitzchak: Jerusalem synagogue combines the old and the new

Ohel Yitzchak is an old synagogue in the Muslim Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem. It has since been refurbished by the Western Wall Heritage Foundation.

09/01 Israel to fly stone from Western Wall to 2025 Osaka Word Expo

Representatives of the Israel Antiquities Authority are expected to aid in the removal of the stone from the southern area of the wall. 

29/12 Holocaust survivors light fifth Hanukkah candle ceremony at Western Wall

This year’s ceremony focused on “Unity and Hope,” reflecting the aftermath of the October 7 terrorist attack on Israel and the ongoing global surge in antisemitism.

15/12 This week in Jewish history: Jordan & Jerusalem, Tel Aviv & Egypt

A highly abridged weekly version of Dust & Stars.

17/10 The cradle of the conflict: An ex-religious Jew climbs the Temple Mount - comment

Going up to the Temple Mount – the place of God’s presence on Earth – in the middle of this painful Jewish era.

13/10 Sukkot fun in Jerusalem: Family activities for the holiday

We all need a break: A sneak peek at some of the fabulous family activities happening in Jerusalem this Sukkot.

08/10 Torah scroll dedicated at Western Wall to honor October 7 victims and fallen soldiers

A special Torah scroll was dedicated at the Western Wall, honoring October 7 massacre victims and fallen soldiers, symbolizing resilience and unity.

07/10 Senators Graham, Blumenthal sign Torah scroll in honor of October 7 victims - exclusive

'You are not alone; the US stands with you," Sen Lindsey Graham said from the Western Wall.

07/10 WATCH: Special Selichot ceremony at the Western Wall

01/10 Selichot at Western Wall cancelled due to war

The Western Wall Heritage Foundation has stated that the main selichot will take place in a reduced capacity in the Western Wall tunnels.

29/09 A year after the October 7 tragedy: Mass selichot prayer and Torah dedication at the Western Wall

The event will be broadcast live around the world in honor of those who lost their lives in the terror attacks on October 7 and the Iron Swords War.

15/09 Ahead of Rosh Hashanah: Thousands of notes removed from Western Wall

Some 20,000 notes from over 100 countries were sent to be put in the Western Wall in the past half year. 

09/09 The Jewish 'status quo' violated? Jewish historical narratives are too often ignored - opinion

Jews were excluded both from the Temple Mount and the Cave of the Patriarchs under Muslim rule over the Land of Israel with few exceptions.

26/08 'I'd establish a synagogue': Ben-Gvir says Jews allowed to pray on Temple Mount

"If I were to say that Muslims are not allowed to pray, you would kill me," Ben-Gvir said.

13/08 LIVE: Israelis, hostage families gather in thousands for Tisha B'Av prayers

The Western Wall Heritage Foundation said that the prayer would be held with families of hostages and IDF soldiers slain in battle.

06/08 What lessons can we learn from historical mourning? - opinion

Each year around this time, more than ever, we must pray that future historians will not be called upon to analyze the obtuseness, zealousness, vanity, and corruption of the present.

05/06 A liberator of the Western Wall: Remembering Abe Halon

One of the brave people who made that possible and touched the hearts of so many in our Jewish community is Avraham ben Dov Halon, who passed away on May 19 at age 77. 

04/06 Asteroid twice the size of the Western Wall to pass Earth on Jerusalem Day - NASA

The asteroid was originally going to be measured with the Beit Hamikdash, aka the ancient First and Second Temples of Jerusalem, per the birthday wishes of the writer's father (happy birthday, dad!).

04/06 Jerusalem Day flag parade to march through Muslim Quarter in shadow of war

This year, under the shadow of the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, tensions are even higher.

26/02 A Jordanian conviction for building an Israeli tower on the western wall of Al-Aqsa Mosque

A Jordanian conviction for building an Israeli tower on the western wall of Al-Aqsa Mosque

08/02 WATCH: Argentina's Javier Milei Dances at Western Wall in Surprise Visit

Argentinian President Javier Milei made a surprise visit late at night to the Western Wall, or Kotel, on Thursday, praying and dancing.

19/10 Gov. Hochul leaves moving tribute at Western Wall after father dies suddenly while she is in Israel

Gov. Hochul left a note in the Western Wall praying for her father and the people of Israel.

22/08 Eric Adams Will Meet With Netanyahu and Protest Leaders

On the second day of his trip to Israel, New York City’s mayor will try to strike a balance.

18/05 Preaching Tolerance Abroad, as Hatred Surges at Home

As a new U.S. envoy combating global antisemitism, Deborah Lipstadt first acknowledges America’s surge in hate crimes. She is also navigating a debate about the very definition of antisemitism.

17/04 Biden Administration Dictates Religious Policy to Israel at Jewish Holy Site

The Biden administration is dictating religious policy to Israel over the delicate question of mixed-gender prayer at the Western Wall.