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Sa'ar to intl. community:

Sa'ar to intl. community: 'Protect minorities in Syria from the regime's gangs of terror'

In a wide-ranging speech, Sa’ar celebrated Israel’s resilience, defended its right to self-defense, and urged international action on regional threats.

Sa'ar to intl. community: 'Protect minorities in Syria from the regime's gangs of terror'

Watch: IDF eliminates terrorist in southern Lebanon

The IDF struck and eliminated two Hezbollah terrorists in southern Lebanon, one of whom was operating in the border zone and gathering intelligence for the terrorist organization.

Watch: IDF eliminates terrorist in southern Lebanon

Police contradict Netanyahu: 18 people weren't arrested for arson

Only three people, not 18, detained for suspected arson attacks, police say.

Police contradict Netanyahu: 18 people weren't arrested for arson

Netanyahu:

War has a primary goal: Victory over our enemies

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reveals Israel is holding 18 individuals suspected of arson terror. 'Our neighbors who claim that they love this land - speak of burning the land.'

War has a primary goal: Victory over our enemies

Captivity survivor:

Captivity survivor: 'I always believed I would return, those still there will yet return'

Released hostage Omer Shem-Tov speaks at President's Residence ceremony honoring outstanding soldiers. 'I always knew there was someone taking care of me.'

Captivity survivor: 'I always believed I would return, those still there will yet return'

Missing woman rescued on Memorial Day

During Memorial Day, the Israel Dog Unit located a 70-year-old woman who had been gone from her home for more than 40 hours.

Missing woman rescued on Memorial Day

Trump sends Independence Day greetings to Israel

US President Donald Trump and other leaders from around the world send Israeli President Isaac Herzog greetings honoring Israel's 77th Independence Day. 'Through conflict and peace, the United States remains your steadfast partner.'

Trump sends Independence Day greetings to Israel

Elad Yanir wins International Bible Quiz, Ilan Romm takes second place

Elad Yanir, Israeli 10th-grader, wins International Bible Contest on Israel's 77th Independence Day.

Elad Yanir wins International Bible Quiz, Ilan Romm takes second place

Chief of Staff warns:

Chief of Staff warns: 'IDF ready and prepared to deal Hamas a decisive blow'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir speaks at ceremony for outstanding soldiers, warns IDF 'ready and prepared' to deal Hamas decisive blow. 'If necessary, we will do so soon.'

Chief of Staff warns: 'IDF ready and prepared to deal Hamas a decisive blow'

Heritage Minister: Widespread fires caused by arson terror

Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu slams 'whitewashing of the arson phenomenon,' blames official sources for ignoring intentional arson terror attacks.

Heritage Minister: Widespread fires caused by arson terror

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Watch: Mossad agents light Independence Day torch

Three of the key agents in the Hezbollah pager operation were honored with lighting a torch for Independence Day. The agents identified themselves only by initials and remained masked throughout the ceremony.

Watch: Mossad agents light Independence Day torch

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President Herzog: With the courage of Israel, Zionism will prevail

President Isaac Herzog held a ceremony for Independence Day honoring 120 outstanding soldiers from all parts of the IDF. Watch.

President Herzog: With the courage of Israel, Zionism will prevail

Mike Huckabee:

Mike Huckabee: 'They have no respect for life, even trees'

US ambassador Mike Huckabee tweeted to denounce the calls on Arabic media encouraging arson against Israel.

Mike Huckabee: 'They have no respect for life, even trees'

Natasha Hausdorff:

Natasha Hausdorff: 'A torch for everyone who fights for Israel's right to exist'

Natasha Hausdorff, a prominent member of UK Lawyers For Israel, was honored with a torch lighting for Independence Day.

Natasha Hausdorff: 'A torch for everyone who fights for Israel's right to exist'

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Watch: Festive Independence Day prayers

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu and Rabbi Tamir Granot are leading festive prayers for Independence Day in Jerusalem.

Watch: Festive Independence Day prayers

Ben Shapiro at ceremony:

Ben Shapiro at ceremony: 'We stand united against enemies of Western civilization''

Ben Shapiro lit a torch for Independence Day and dedicated it 'as a Jew and an American, to Israel, a nation of champions and dreamers.'

Ben Shapiro at ceremony: 'We stand united against enemies of Western civilization''

Independence Day:

Independence Day: Haredi activist fights tears during torch lighting ceremony

Shai Graucher, a haredi activist who organized large charity drives for soldiers and those affected by the war, delivered an emotional declaration calling to help those impacted by the war - widows, orphans, and the survivors of captivity.

Independence Day: Haredi activist fights tears during torch lighting ceremony

Switzerland to enforce ban on Hamas starting May 15

Switzerland will begin enforcing a new law on May 15 prohibiting Hamas and its affiliates. The law enables authorities to crack down on terror-linked activities and financing within the country.

Switzerland to enforce ban on Hamas starting May 15

Senate Republicans propose cut to UN funding over anti-Israel actions

Republican senators introduce "Stand with Israel" act that would strip US funding from United Nations agencies found to be discriminating against Israel.

Senate Republicans propose cut to UN funding over anti-Israel actions

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Watch: Captivity survivor Agam Berger plays violin alongside Dudu Fisher

Captivity survivor Agam Berger plays an ancient violin and accompanies Dudu Fisher during the broadcast of the torchlighting ceremony marking the start of Independence Day celebrations.

Watch: Captivity survivor Agam Berger plays violin alongside Dudu Fisher

US and Ukraine sign long-awaited minerals deal

The US and Ukraine finalize an economic partnership granting Washington access to Kyiv’s rare earth reserves, while creating a joint investment fund to support Ukraine’s reconstruction.

US and Ukraine sign long-awaited minerals deal

Samaria:

Terrorist infiltration ruled out in the town of Adam in Samaria

Following the discovery of a breach in the security fence, sirens were sounded in the town of Adam in Binyamin. Residents given all clear after a comprehensive search using multiple means ruled out the possibility of an infiltration.

Terrorist infiltration ruled out in the town of Adam in Samaria

Fire Services Commander:

Fire Services Commander: This may be the largest fire in Israel’s history

Exactly one week after a massive forest fire left over 10,000 dunams scorched, forest fire reignites in five locations, encouraged by strong winds. Fire and Rescue Service calls in all forces nationally.

Fire Services Commander: This may be the largest fire in Israel’s history

Deri demands:

Deri demands: 'Eliminate any terrorist who starts a fire'

Shas chairman Aryeh Deri calls on the Prime Minister to activate the IDF against the arsonists, who he says should be treated the same as armed terrorists.

Deri demands: 'Eliminate any terrorist who starts a fire'

Torch lighting ceremony:

Elisha Medan lit a torch at the Torch lighting ceremony and called for unity

"Our society needs healing – we must not be divided,' IDF soldier Elisha Medan, who was severely wounded in Gaza, expresses hope for social recovery.

Elisha Medan lit a torch at the Torch lighting ceremony and called for unity

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Watch: IDF drops fire retardant on Jerusalem Hills blazes

Huge fires are raging in the Jerusalem Hills area. The IDF is dropping fire reytardant from the air, and planes from European countries are expected to arrive tonight. 12 firefighters were lightly injured

Watch: IDF drops fire retardant on Jerusalem Hills blazes

Arson wave:

Arson wave: Firefighters put out flames – suspects arrested

Two fires that broke out near communities in the center and south were quickly extinguished thanks to the rapid action of fire brigades. Two suspects were arrested in Beit Keshet and Rosh HaAyin.

Arson wave: Firefighters put out flames – suspects arrested

Palestinian Columbia University student freed from ICE custody on judge’s orders

Palestinian Columbia University student Mohsen Mahdawi freed from ICE custody on judge’s orders, immediately sends message to Trump

Palestinian Columbia University student freed from ICE custody on judge’s orders

3 Syrian Druze evacuated to receive medical treatment in Israel

The 3 injured citizens were evacuated to the Ziv Medical Center in Safed after sustaining injuries in Syrian territory.

3 Syrian Druze evacuated to receive medical treatment in Israel

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Watch: Independence Day opening torchlighting ceremony

The traditional torch-lighting ceremony is being held on Mount Herzl to mark the opening of the celebrations for the State of Israel's 77th Independence Day.

Watch: Independence Day opening torchlighting ceremony

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OU Israel's Annual Musical Tefila with Rabbi Shlomo Katz

OU Israel's Annual Musical Tefila with Rabbi Shlomo Katz at Ramada Jerusalem Hotel

OU Israel's Annual Musical Tefila with Rabbi Shlomo Katz

Shin Bet involved in investigation of massive fires

3 arrested on suspicion of arson as massive fires rage in the Jerusalem Hills area, causing evacuations and the cancellation of Independence Day events.

Shin Bet involved in investigation of massive fires

Chilling testimony:

In a chilling testimony released hostage Eli Sharabi eulogizes his wife and two daughters

Released hostage Eli Sharabi eulogizes his wife and two daughters, who were brutally murdered on 10/7 describing their love, humility, and kindness and promising, 'We will never forget you.'

In a chilling testimony released hostage Eli Sharabi eulogizes his wife and two daughters

Jewish conservative commentator David Horowitz dead at 86

David Horowitz Freedom Center announces that its founder and namesake has passed away after a battle with cancer. Horowitz was a Marxist in his youth before becoming a prolific conservative writer.

Jewish conservative commentator David Horowitz dead at 86

Netanyahu puts on tefillin of fallen soldier Yossi Hershovitz

On Yom Hazikaron, the Prime Minister put on the tefillin of Maj. (res.) Yossi Hershkovitz, an educator who fell during the war.

Netanyahu puts on tefillin of fallen soldier Yossi Hershovitz

Coach Pearl:

Coach Pearl: Price I may pay is nothing compared to the one the soldiers pay

Auburn Tigers basketball coach Bruce Pearl speaks to Arutz Sheva about his support for Israel and the price he pays for it.

Coach Pearl: Price I may pay is nothing compared to the one the soldiers pay

Fire in Ramat Beit Shemesh nearing residents' home

Ten firefighting teams working to contain spread of Ramat Beit Shemesh fire, first line of homes evacuating.

Fire in Ramat Beit Shemesh nearing residents' home

Due to inclement weather:

Due to severe weather: State Independence Day ceremony cancelled

Due to heavy winds, Minister Miri Regev announced that the state opening ceremony for Israel's Independence Day would be cancelled and instead the general rehearsal that was filmed this week will be broadcast.

Due to severe weather: State Independence Day ceremony cancelled

Two Jerusalem Arabs who planned to join Islamic State indicted

Hasam A'jalin (34) and his brother-in-law Malik Abdullah (20) were indicted after they made contact with members of the Islamic State and worked to join the terror organization.

Two Jerusalem Arabs who planned to join Islamic State indicted

Romi Gonen at her friend's grave:

Romi at her friend's grave: 'In captivity I tried to convince myself you were still alive'

Captivity survivor Romi Gonen parted from her friend Gaya Halifa, who was murdered at the Nova Music festival.

Romi at her friend's grave: 'In captivity I tried to convince myself you were still alive'