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Independence Day:

MK Yomtob Kalfon visits the Temple Mount

Kalfon was heckled: "The Temple Mount doesn't want you, who sits with Arabs in government."

MK Yomtob Kalfon visits the Temple Mount

Watch live: IAF flyover and Navy flotilla

Flyover app to allow Israelis to follow path and location of the IAF planes, in real time.

Watch live: IAF flyover and Navy flotilla

Watch live: International Bible Contest takes off

International Bible Contest for Youth begins, attended by top Israeli officials and 16 finalists from around the world.

Watch live: International Bible Contest takes off

Watch: Female activists try to hoist Israeli flag on Temple Mt.

The young women were arrested following their attempt to hoist the flag on Judaism's holiest site.

Watch: Female activists try to hoist Israeli flag on Temple Mt.

For the first time: Holiday prayers at Tel Aviv's Atarim Square

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu joins Rosh Yehudi members and Tel Aviv communities for moving prayers and music, honoring Independence Day.

For the first time: Holiday prayers at Tel Aviv's Atarim Square

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Independence Day celebrations at President's Residence

In honor of Israel's 74th Independence Day, Pres. Herzog and the First Lady host the Outstanding Soldiers ceremony.

Independence Day celebrations at President's Residence

Israel's population approaching 10 million as it celebrates 74

Nearly 3.3 million have arrived in the country since its inception, with 45% of them coming after 1990 and the fall of the Soviet Union.

Israel's population approaching 10 million as it celebrates 74

New York City Hall honors Israel's Independence Day

Mayor Eric Adams announces that City Hall and other municipal buildings will be lit up blue and white.

New York City Hall honors Israel's Independence Day

Blinken:

'The bonds between our two countries are unshakeable'

Secretary of State wishes Israel a Happy Independence Day: The United States remains steadfast in its commitment to Israel’s security.

'The bonds between our two countries are unshakeable'

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Thousands attend Independence Day prayer at the Western Wall

Thousands marked Independence Day with a festive evening prayer at the Western Wall with the Chief Rabbi of Israel, Rabbi David Lau.

Thousands attend Independence Day prayer at the Western Wall

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Commander of counter-terrorism unit masked while lighting torch

Commander of Yamam unit lights torch at Independence Day opening ceremony with his face covered. "This is the picture of our victory."

Commander of counter-terrorism unit masked while lighting torch

Zelenskyy and Bennett discuss Lavrov's remarks

Ukrainian President speaks to PM in honor of Independence Day. The two also discuss Russian FM's controversial comments.

Zelenskyy and Bennett discuss Lavrov's remarks

Watch: Independence Day celebration at Mercaz HaRav yeshiva

Joyous celebration of miracle of Israel's rebirth at Jerusalem yeshiva for Israel's 74th Independence Day,

Watch: Independence Day celebration at Mercaz HaRav yeshiva

Live: Independence Day Torch Lighting ceremony on Mt. Herzl

Israel's 74th Independence Day begins.

Live: Independence Day Torch Lighting ceremony on Mt. Herzl

Pollard: We need independence from this government

Jonathan Pollard visits family of Rina Shnerb, accuses government of caring more about her murderers than about her.

Pollard: We need independence from this government

Independence Day rehearsal:

Herzog meets 120 outstanding soldiers

Israel's president joins dress rehearsal of state Independence Day ceremony, meeting with 120 IDF soldiers chosen to be honored at the event

Herzog meets 120 outstanding soldiers

Erdogan congratulates Pres. Herzog on Israel's Independence day

President Isaac Herzog speaks with Turkish President, thanks him for letter of congratulation for Israel Independence Day this week.

Erdogan congratulates Pres. Herzog on Israel's Independence day

Ahead of Independence Day:

Israel's population at over 9.5 million, 7 million Jews

According to statistics, if the population continues to grow at the current rate, over 10 million will celebrate the holiday 3 years of now.

Israel's population at over 9.5 million, 7 million Jews

'Nakba' commemoration:

Event calling for end of Zionism with German govt. funding

Zochrot, Rosa Luxemburg Foundation to hold event in Tel Aviv ahead of Israel's Independence Day calling for "de-Zionization."

Event calling for end of Zionism with German govt. funding

Ahead of Independence Day:

Nefesh B'Nefesh welcomes 74,000th new immigrant

Charley Smith, a young father, becomes Nefesh B'Nefesh's 74,000th new immigrant, just ahead of Israel's 74th Independence Day.

Nefesh B'Nefesh welcomes 74,000th new immigrant

Chicken shortage expected ahead of Israel's Independence Day

Public is advised to purchase fresh chicken this week to avoid shortage. Frozen chicken is not expected to be affected.

Chicken shortage expected ahead of Israel's Independence Day

Peace Now blasts Independence Day Hebron, Gush Etzion flyover

Left-wing activists excoriate government over decision to include Jewish towns in Judea and Samaria in Independence Day flyover.

Peace Now blasts Independence Day Hebron, Gush Etzion flyover

Torch-lighter selection:

'We have a responsibility to help all people in distress'

Diaspora, Culture Ministers explain selection of Ukrainian humanitarian Elizaveta Sherstuk to light Independence Day Diaspora Torch.

'We have a responsibility to help all people in distress'

Ukrainian humanitarian to light Independence Day Diaspora Torch

Elizaveta Sherstuk heads the "Chessed Chaim" humanitarian aid center, involved in humanitarian efforts to aid Jews affected by Ukraine war.

Ukrainian humanitarian to light Independence Day Diaspora Torch

Thousands celebrate Israel's Independence Day across the US

Unprecedented celebration of Israel’s 73rd Independence Day in IAC's “Celebrate Israel” program.

Thousands celebrate Israel's Independence Day across the US

Hundreds attend English-language Independence Day service

OU Israel and the municipality of Jerusalem joined together to give foreign students in Israel a more meaningful Independence Day.

Hundreds attend English-language Independence Day service

IDF soldiers perform 'Hatikvah' on Israel’s Independence Day

Celebrating Independence Day with inclusion: IDF soldiers with disabilities perform 'Hatikvah' on Israel’s Independence Day.

IDF soldiers perform 'Hatikvah' on Israel’s Independence Day

'Their Independence Day is our Nakba Day'

Israeli Arabs participate in events marking the "Nakba" held in abandoned Palestinian Arab villages.

'Their Independence Day is our Nakba Day'

'We will continue to oppose efforts to isolate Israel'

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau wishes Israel a happy Independence Day: For over 70 years, Canada and Israel have been close friends.

'We will continue to oppose efforts to isolate Israel'

Rivlin hails spirit of peace in the Middle East

President Rivlin hosts annual Independence Day reception for the diplomatic and consular corps in Israel.

Rivlin hails spirit of peace in the Middle East

'After 73 years, the US-Israel bond remains unbreakable'

US Vice President Kamala Harris wishes Israel a happy Independence Day: We look forward to building on our friendship.

'After 73 years, the US-Israel bond remains unbreakable'

Independence Day on the Gaza border

Soldiers of the Nachal battalion, stationed at a relatively remote base near the Gaza border, got to celebrate Israel at 73 in style.

Independence Day on the Gaza border

Israel at 73: Thousands celebrate independence in Binyamin

Israelis visit nature parks and historic sites in Binyamin en masse on Independence Day.

Israel at 73: Thousands celebrate independence in Binyamin

'We want to return home'

Thousands celebrate Independence Day at Sa-Nur

Thousands of Israelis gather at Samaria settlement evacuated during 2005 Disengagement. 'The people of Israel want to come back home.'

Thousands celebrate Independence Day at Sa-Nur

Watch: Israeli Independence Day airshow

Participating in the 2021 Israel Independence Day Airshow are the Israeli Air Force and CAL Cargo Air Lines.

Watch: Israeli Independence Day airshow

Blue and White displayed around the world

Displays in honor of Israel's 73rd Independence Day shown at different locations around the world.

Blue and White displayed around the world

What's the connection between Yom Ha'Atzmaut and Yom HaZikaron?

Yeshiva.co readers ask essential questions about the two important days marked this week.

What's the connection between Yom Ha'Atzmaut and Yom HaZikaron?

'You're not alone' - Independence Day greetings around the world

Indonesia has yet to establish diplomatic ties with Israel, but many in the island nation say they love and support the Jewish state.

'You're not alone' - Independence Day greetings around the world

Watch: Festive Independence Day prayers at Makor Chaim Yeshiva

Makor Chaim Yeshiva holds festive, musical Independence Day prayers, together with Tzohar rabbis and the Museum of Tolerance.

Watch: Festive Independence Day prayers at Makor Chaim Yeshiva

IAF flyovers, barbeques, musical events - 'The sky's the limit'

Israelis coming out in droves to celebrate their homeland's independence, invincible spirit, and devotion for their Land.

IAF flyovers, barbeques, musical events - 'The sky's the limit'

The halakhic significance of advancing Independence Day

Rabbi Menachem Perl of the Tzomet Institute discusses the considerations that led to advancing Independence Day when 5th of Iyar is Shabbat.

The halakhic significance of advancing Independence Day

Live: Israel's presidential Independence Day event

Israel's President Reuven Rivlin is hosting the annual event. This year's event, which takes place in Hebrew, is saluting the medical teams.

Live: Israel's presidential Independence Day event

'We've returned to our Land' - Israel celebrates Independence

Israelis across the country mark 73 years of political freedom following a 2,000-year exile.

'We've returned to our Land' - Israel celebrates Independence

Watch: Songs of praise and thanks for Israel's Independence Day

Celebrating Israel's 73rd Independence Day, the Merkaz Harav Yeshiva holds festive prayers, singing and dancing. Watch.

Watch: Songs of praise and thanks for Israel's Independence Day

US Jewish leaders: Today we commemorate a modern miracle

Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations congratulate Israel on its Independence Day.

US Jewish leaders: Today we commemorate a modern miracle

'The US and Israel stand united on our guiding principles'

Ambassador Gilad Erdan hosts key US political leaders, highlights strong Israel-US bond in virtual Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration.

'The US and Israel stand united on our guiding principles'

Pfizer CEO: I take immense pride in Israel

Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla: Together we are demonstrating that through mass vaccination we can defeat the COVID-19 pandemic and save lives.

Pfizer CEO: I take immense pride in Israel

Watch: Dancing and festive prayer at Mercaz Harav Yeshiva

Hundreds of students of Mercaz Harav Yeshiva participate in Independence Day prayer and dancing in the yeshiva courtyard.

Watch: Dancing and festive prayer at Mercaz Harav Yeshiva

NJ Governor appoints members to New Jersey – Israel Commission

The appointments are announced on Israel’s 73rd Independence Day, in celebration of the friendship and between New Jersey and Israel.

NJ Governor appoints members to New Jersey – Israel Commission

Israel celebrates independence as anti-Semitism skyrockets

Dov Hikind: Continued anti-Semitism around the globe highlights just how vital Israel is to the Jewish people all over the world.

Israel celebrates independence as anti-Semitism skyrockets

Pollard in Jerusalem: Peace be upon Israel

Jonathan Pollard holds Israeli flag close to his heart as he celebrates Independence Day in Jerusalem.

Pollard in Jerusalem: Peace be upon Israel

Watch: Ambassadors congratulate Israel

Former ambassador Danny Danon gathers dozens of ambassadors from around the world who congratulated Israel on its 73rd Independence Day.

Watch: Ambassadors congratulate Israel

Happy Independence Day!

Rav Tzvi Yehuda said: Our joy on this day is the joy of a mitzvah. We have merited fulfilling the mitzva to dwell in Eretz Yisrael, Op-ed.

Happy Independence Day!

'Our resurrection is the embodiment of historic justice'

Knesset Speaker MK Yariv Levin opens Independence Day Torch Lighting ceremony.

'Our resurrection is the embodiment of historic justice'

Live: Independence Day torch lighting ceremony

Main ceremony for Israel's 73rd Independence Day, including lighting of the torches.

Live: Independence Day torch lighting ceremony

Live: Festive musical Independence Day prayers

Festive prayers for 73rd Independence Day at Jerusalem First Station with Rabbi Shlomo Katz.

Live: Festive musical Independence Day prayers

Independence Day: Meet two of the 120 awarded IDF soldiers

First Sergeant Eli Titovsky and First Lieutenant Omri Tal joined Arutz Sheva to discuss the Independence Day soldiers honors event.

Independence Day: Meet two of the 120 awarded IDF soldiers

Meet Independence Day torchlighter volunteer Gabriella Strigler

Gabriella Strigler spoke to Arutz Sheva about her volunteer work in Mexico and around the world.

Meet Independence Day torchlighter volunteer Gabriella Strigler

Pres. Rivlin to soldiers: 'You are the best of the best'

Ahead of Independence Day ceremony, Pres. Rivlin meets and thanks 120 outstanding IDF soldiers.

Pres. Rivlin to soldiers: 'You are the best of the best'

In first, IAF flyover to include Judea and Samaria

This year, the traditional IAF flyover on Independence Day will pass over towns in Judea, Samaria, and Jordan Valley.

In first, IAF flyover to include Judea and Samaria