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Tzohar Rabbinical Organization has released a special prayer to be recited in the period of transition between Israel’s Memorial Day and Independence Day.
At Mount Herzl, President Herzog honors terror victims, links generations of loss, and says Israel’s true victory lies in rebuilding life.
Friends and family remember Maoz Morell in a special Memorial Day video.
A special 'Tekes Maavar' (Transition Ceremony) will be held at the Ramada Hotel in Jerusalem, followed by a mass festive prayer with song and music by the OU Israel organization.
David Barnea reveals at memorial ceremony that a Mossad member fell while performing his duties abroad during the recent war with Iran.
Netanyahu honors fallen soldiers, reflects on personal loss, and underscores Israel’s resolve against existential threats.
The flyover used the traditional Missing Man formation, the worldwide salute to those no longer with their comrades.
Rabbi Benny Kalmanson, who lost his son in the battle for Be'eri on October 7th, played the anthem and Ani Maamin at the Otniel Memorial Day ceremony.
Former defense minister Yoav Gallant was interviewed this morning and offered a glimpse into the functioning of the political and security leadership in the days and hours that preceded the October 7th massacre.
Police arrested two suspects accused of tearing down and desecrating Israeli flags on Memorial Day eve, disrupting public order during ceremonies.
Israeli Memorial Day ceremonies continue throughout the day with the reading of the names of the fallen at Mount Herzl. At 11, sirens will sound across the country, followed by the state memorial ceremony.
Defense Minister Israel Katz spoke at the Memorial Day ceremony on Mt. Herzl and issued a warning both to Hezbollah and to the Lebanese government.
A report reveals a special IDF unit gathered and controlled footage from the October 7 massacre, with claims some materials never reached families.
The Elon Moreh Yeshiva published statements by ten of their students who have been killed in action since the war began.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu honors Israel’s fallen, emphasizing sacrifice, unity, and continued resolve as the nation faces ongoing security challenges.
Survivor of Hamas captivity Emily Damari recites the Prayer for the Welfare of the State of Israel at Masa's international ceremony for Israel's Memorial Day.
A Palestinian Arab minor was killed after being struck by a vehicle from a minister’s security unit near Hebron, as police opened an investigation into the incident.
At a Jerusalem ceremony, 3,000 Masa students honored Israel’s fallen, highlighting Diaspora unity, personal loss, and calls to strengthen Jewish life in Israel.
The commander of the Golani Brigade delivered a radio address to his troops in Lebanon for Memorial Day, reminding them of the reason they would spend the day away from home.
Who was Rabbi Avi Goldberg, a military rabbi, captain in the IDF reserves, and beloved teacher at Himmelfarb Yeshiva High School in Jerusalem, who fell in battle in southern Lebanon in October 2024?
Iran executes two members of the banned opposition group MEK, accusing them of spying for Israel. The regime's judiciary chief vows "no leniency."
In a personal post, Prime Minister Netanyahu describes the character of his brother Yoni, the impact of his death on him, and the deep sense of responsibility that accompanies him as Prime Minister.
US Vice President JD Vance is expected to depart for Islamabad by Tuesday morning for talks with Iran over a potential deal to end the war, according to Axios.
"Emet LeYaakov" organization sends sharply worded letter to former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, demanding that he retract his statement that "draft evasion is killing our soldiers" and issue a public apology.
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer will step down from the Trump administration to take a position in the private sector, the White House announces.
In “60 Minutes" interview, Anderson Cooper tearfully apologizes to Rachel Goldberg-Polin for being the one who informed her and her husband about the video of their son Hersh’s abduction on October 7.
Apple names John Ternus as its new chief executive officer, effective September 1, with Tim Cook transitioning to executive chairman after 15 years leading the tech giant.
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir meets former hostage Matan Angrest during the Memorial Day ceremony at the Western Wall, telling him: "I'm thrilled to see you here."
The repeal of the 1955 Israel Boycott Law would mark a significant milestone in the efforts to normalize relations between Israel and Lebanon.
When Hamas abducted her son Hersh, Rachel Goldberg-Polin became the face of the hostage crisis in Israel. Since his murder, she says she has learned that the constant pain of grief is a 'badge of love.' "60 Minutes" is the m
Lt. Col. (res.) Yaki Klein, commander of the “Lions of Samaria" battalion who was critically wounded, was chosen to recite the “Yizkor" memorial prayer at the state ceremony marking the opening of Memorial Day.
President Trump says a new Iran deal would surpass the JCPOA, block nuclear weapons, and guarantee security as Pakistan talks remain on track.
Sergeant First Class (res.) Hillel Diener, aged 21, from Talmon, a soldier in the Shimshon Battalion, Kfir Brigade, fell during combat in northern Gaza in December 2024.
Argentina’s President, Javier Milei, visited the Hebron Yeshiva in the Givat Mordechai neighborhood of Jerusalem today, where he was received by the yeshiva’s leadership and hundreds of students.
President Isaac Herzog honors Israel’s fallen at the Western Wall, invoking unity, sacrifice and the enduring 'song of life' in Memorial Day address.
Yom Hazikaron, Israel's Memorial Day for fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism, begins with a solemn state ceremony at the Western Wall.
On the eve of Yom HaZikaron, Masa' commemorates IDF soldiers and victims of terror together with hundreds of thousands of people.
OneFamily organization holds memorial ceremony for civilian victims of hostile acts with participation of family and friends.
The national flags at the Knesset plaza were lowered this evening (Monday) to half-mast in memory of fallen soldiers of Israel’s wars and victims of terror. Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana lit the memorial candle.
The Jerusalem Municipality, the Ministry of Defense and the "Yad Labanim" organization held the ceremony that opens Memorial Day for the fallen of Israel's forces and victims of hostilities.
