Argentine President Javier Milei concludes his visit to Israel with an emotional prayer at the Western Wall on the eve of Independence Day.
Talik Gvili lights a torch on Independence Day in memory of her son Ran, who fell in battle at Kibbutz Alumim and kidnapped to Gaza, delivering a powerful message of heroism, unity, and victory.
We already have a powerful and modern country, but we must remember and repeat that the goal is not only a material home; we must pour spirit and soul into the national enterprise.
The title is a phrase from Psalm 107, said at the start of the Yom Haatzma'ut evening service. What is its significance?
Trump announces the extension of the ceasefire with Iran until its fractured leadership submits a unified deal proposal. The US naval blockade remains firmly in place.
The walls of Jerusalem’s Old City, the Chords Bridge, and additional structures across the city were illuminated in blue and white marking the Israel's 78th Independence Day.
Israel marks its 78th Independence Day with a torchlighting ceremony on Mount Herzl.
The Farm Initiative: Today’s Zionism safeguarding tomorrow’s land
UK police counterterrorism unit arrests eight suspects as part of an investigation into a series of arson attacks in London.
Berish Aurbach, a 105-year-old Holocaust survivor and one of the last people smuggled out of the Warsaw Ghetto, has passed away in Melbourne, Australia.
Sgt. Shmili Yakter, a squad commander in the haredi Hashmonaim Brigade, spoke to haredi draft candidates about a run he held in memory of fallen soldiers.
To mark the 78th Independence Day of the State of Israel, a festive prayer service is being held this evening at the Western Wall Plaza, with the participation of hundreds of worshippers.
A plaza was inaugurated in Kochav Yaakov in memory of Harel Sharvit, who fell in Gaza, with his family and public figures honoring his life and legacy.
The OU marks Independence Day at the Ramada Hotel in Jerusalem, followed by a mass festive prayer with song and music.
While the IDF initially stated that the sirens heard this evening in frontline communities were a “false identification," it is now becoming clear that at least two real incidents occurred in the sector.
The U.S. Department of Defense announced today (Tuesday) a complex raid operation in the Indian Ocean, during which special forces took control of the tanker M/T Tifani.
The family of Yehonatan Yosef Brand, who fell in Gaza, published an excerpt from his diary written on Memorial Day 2017 at a border outpost near Syria, reflecting on the fallen and his dedication to Israel.
Emmanuel, the brother of Gary Lalhruaikima Zolat, of blessed memory, who fell during operational activity, recently enlisted in the IDF in order to continue his brother’s path.
The lived reality of Israelis rarely makes it into the conversation.
Police officer Zidan Saif rushed to the scene of the massacre in Har Nof, charged at the terrorists with his handgun and in his death prevented a killing spree that could have claimed dozens of lives.
Minister Itshak Waserlauf broke down in tears at the grave of his rabbi, Rabbi Achiad Ettinger, of blessed memory, who was murdered while charging at a terrorist during an attack at the Ariel Junction.
The IDF announced the disciplinary actions it is taking against the soldier who was photographed damaging a statue of Jesus in Lebanon.
US President says he would 'greatly appreciate the release' of 8 women who reportedly face hanging in Iran.
Miriam, an officer in the Air Force and widow of Lieutenant Ivri Dickshtein, who fell in battle in Lebanon, saluted beside her husband’s grave during the minute of silence.
US President says Iran has 'no choice' but to make an acceptable deal as end of ceasefire and resumption of military operations looms.
Friends and family remember Nadav Milo in a special Memorial Day video.
Students of Rabbi Avi Goldberg, from the Himmelfarb school gathered around his grave on Mount Herzl and sang together for Memorial Day.
In the midst of war, disruption, and uncertainty, the country has continued to build, compete, innovate, and dream. That is not incidental. It is the story. Opinion.
As long as the Jewish people exists, we will continue to remember those the world tries so hard to forget:
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.
After more than six decades in the Democratic party, senior Jewish‑American jurist Alan Dershowitz announces he is switching to the Republican party.
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.
On Memorial Day morning, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu donned the tefillin that belonged to IDF Golani Brigade soldier First Sgt. Sean Carmeli, who fell in Operation Protective Edge.
The faces of the fallen swim before my eyes...
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.
Sergeant Elkana Navon, of blessed memory, fell in battle in Jenin about a year and a half ago. Two of.his soldiers spoke with Arutz Sheva about his character and legacy.
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.
The link between sacrifice and statehood is not historical, it is immediate, and it remains widely misunderstood.
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.
These wars themselves are stages of the Redemption. Our wars are not like all the other wars in the world. We are engaged in a long and difficult war against war itself, against the impurity and evil which degrades mankind into wielding the sword and shedding blood.
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?
On Yom HaZikaron, as we stand in the depth of loss, we see what Rabbi Akiva shouted: We are one family. The soldiers currently on the front lines and those who have fallen do not check who is "religious enough" or "political enough.
Iran executes two members of the banned opposition group MEK, accusing them of spying for Israel. The regime's judiciary chief vows "no leniency."
Hungary’s Prime Minister-elect Peter Magyar says his government will arrest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he enters Hungarian territory while subject to an ICC arrest warrant.
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.
