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Jerusalem

Jerusalem (Israel): major city of Israel, with country factbook, ranking and leader links.

Last updated: October 2026

About Jerusalem

CountryIsrael
CapitalYes — national capital

Source: UN World Urbanization Prospects, 2022 Revision (metropolitan agglomeration estimate). Observation date: 2022. The Bureau cross-checked major-city figures against UN WUP; smaller-city figures are presented as published and have not been individually re-verified.

What is the population of Jerusalem?

This page does not list a population figure for Jerusalem. The Bureau’s profile records it as a major city of Israel.

Where is Jerusalem located?

Jerusalem is in Israel. It is the national capital of Israel.

What is Jerusalem known for?

Jerusalem is the national capital of Israel. As the capital, it is the country’s seat of government. The Bureau’s profile records its population and country context; see the Israel factbook for the wider national picture.

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