Jerusalem day

Inside Jerusalem’s 1948 siege through the eyes of a child who survived the Old City’s fall

In her book ‘Forever My Jerusalem,’ Shteiner recalls life in the Old City before its fall in 1948 and the emotional return decades later.

MAY 17, 2026|ByALAN ROSENBAUM

Jews celebrate Jerusalem Day at the Western Wall in the Old City of Jerusalem on the eve of Jerusalem Day, May 14, 2026.

‘Why not go right to the heart of it?’: North American immigrants keep choosing Jerusalem

On Jerusalem Day, new Nefesh B’Nefesh figures show Jerusalem still attracting North American Olim, while one young immigrant’s story points to a less expected face of Aliyah to the capital.

MAY 16, 2026|ByGABRIEL COLODRO/THE MEDIA LINE

PLAYING WITH Israeli flags ahead of this year’s Independence Day, at Kobi kindergarten in Moshav Yashresh.

What raising my children in Israel is teaching me - opinion

As we celebrate our independence this year, and Jerusalem Day this week, I find that my sense of pride is not only in the state itself but in the next generation who will continue to shape it.

MAY 16, 2026|BySARI NOSSBAUM

The little shop on Jaffa Street that captured old Jerusalem - opinion

As Jerusalem Day approaches and we emerge from the trauma of Oct. 7 and the war with Iran, we are yet again reminded of the preciousness of our city.

MAY 16, 2026|ByROBERT HERSOWITZ

Why does Jerusalem belongs to the Jews? Because history says so - opinion

At a time when lies about Israel spread with alarming speed across campuses, social media, and international forums, it is more important than ever to stand unapologetically for truth.

MAY 16, 2026ByMICHAEL FREUND

BNEI AKIVA youth movement members dance with a Torah scroll at the Western Wall on Jerusalem Day, on May 20, 1974.

How well do you know Israel’s capital? Take the Jerusalem Quiz

At the Tower of David Jerusalem Museum, middle school students from 33 Jerusalem schools put their knowledge to the test this week at the Jerusalem Quiz.

MAY 16, 2026ByPENINA HOROWITZ

In total there were 33 participants, each representing a different Jerusalem school – religious, secular, and mixed.

In the kitchen with Henny: Cheesy does it

This year’s recipes are fresh, cheesy, a little nostalgic, and perfect for this special time of year.

MAY 16, 2026ByHENNY SHOR

Grapevine: Commemorating Jerusalem's favorite son

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

MAY 16, 2026ByGREER FAY CASHMAN

Archival image of Yossi and Gavri Banai during the 1980s.

Jerusalem Highlights: May 15-21

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

MAY 15, 2026ByHAGAY HACOHEN

Your Investments: Financial freedom and Jerusalem unification

Seeing tens of thousands of our youth celebrating something of substance, in the era of social media and smartphones, is very moving.

MAY 15, 2026ByAARON KATSMAN

Jerusalem Day: Israelis cannot afford to take a united Jerusalem for granted - opinion

Jerusalem Day should be appreciated and celebrated in all its manifestations – as a historic achievement, a political challenge, and a spiritual opportunity.

MAY 15, 2026ByDAVID M. WEINBERG

Jewish men dance with Israeli flags during Jerusalem Day celebrations at Damascus Gate in Jerusalem's Old City, May 26, 2025.

Jerusalem Day: Why are Jews ashamed of reclaiming Jerusalem? - opinion

In many Jewish communities, Jerusalem Day goes unnoticed. The liberation of Jerusalem is no longer celebrated as a miracle or even as a historic achievement. How did we lose our way so quickly?

MAY 15, 2026ByJONATHAN LIEBERMAN