David Cameron, UK Foreign Secretary, praises 'incredible courage' of hostages families, adds: 'We stand with the families. We condemn terrorism and we say again: Bring them home now!'
Blue and White leader Minister Benny Gantz has set an ultimatum for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, demanding that he create a strategic plan after the war is war.
In screened message, Hillary Clinton sends a message to hostages families and their supporters: 'I will pray for the hostages, action should be taken immediately to bring them home.'
In message shown at Hostages Square rally, Dr. Phil stresses: 'This is not an Israeli issue, this is an international issue, and we need the world's support to get all of these hostages back home.'
Sergeant Ilan Cohen, a lone soldier from Argentina who was killed in Gaza, is laid to rest on Mount Herzl, with thousands arriving to pay their last respects. Watch live.
Minister Benny Gantz's National Unity party drops two seats to 30, as PM Netanyahu's Likud party rises two seats to 19.
Israeli delegation responds to South Africa's claims of genocide at the Hague, anti-Israel woman screams 'Liars!' at the Israeli delegation - and is removed from the room.
Sylvan Adams, the 'self-appointed ambassador of Israel', discusses his initiatives to counter anti-Israel sentiment due to the war.
Sergeant Ilan Cohen, a lone soldier who immigrated to Israel from Argentina, will be laid to rest on Friday afternoon. 'Ilan ran to protect the country - let's come together to pay him last respects.'
Watch: Ayelet Samerano, mother of 21-year-old Yonatan Samerano, whose body is being held by Hamas, speaks at UN Security Council: 'How can the UN pay this man's salary?'
The decision by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich come in response to Erdoğan's decision to stop all Turkish exports to Israel, in violation of the free trade agreement between the countries.
Yavetz, aged 39, left behind a wife and three children.
The sister of Boim, who was killed in a friendly fire incident, addressed the soldiers who accidentally caused her brother's death and assured them that the family holds no anger for the incident.
The mezuzah was affixed to the entrance of the Israeli pavilion at the festival by Israeli Ministry of Culture and Sports CEO Kfir Cohen who recited a prayer for the release of the hostages in Gaza.
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara says Draft Law originally submitted by Benny Gantz in 2022 cannot be advanced as it is not up to date with the needs of 2024.
Arabs from Za'atara uprooted an orchard near the settlement of Nokdim. The locals replanted there on Yom Ha'atzmaut with Israeli flags and a singing of Hatikvah.
About three weeks after the war broke out, Daniel Chemu donated bone marrow and saved the life of a 60-year-old woman. Yesterday, he was killed in action in the Gaza Strip.
Yated Ne'eman daily reports Gaza tragedy - before it is cleared for publication.
A new survey shows that among soldiers who voted for Yesh Atid, a significant percentage do not approve of party leader Yair Lapid's stance on the delivery of humanitarian supplies to Gaza.
Minister Meir Porush: 'We cannot and should not deny the centuries-old tradition of Lag Ba'omer, even in a restricted format.'
The driver and car were located a short while after the incident. The circumstances of the incident are under investigation.
Israel decides to send a defense team to the International Court of Justice in The Hague, which will discuss South Africa's request to take measures against Israel.
Shalev Dehan, 23, is considered to be in significant danger after all contact with him was lost on May 6th.
Eight people injured in accident involving two buses in Tel Aviv, including man in critical condition who succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.
Rabbi Dror Tawil called on the residents of his city to show resilience in the face of the repetitive missile attacks from Gaza.
PM Netanyahu revives Draft Law approved in first Knesset reading in January 2022, calls on all parties which supported it then to stand behind it now as well.
Dozens came to protest against students celebrating Nakba Day and wore kaffias. The police separated the two groups. MK Almog Cohen was attacked and called a “Nothing.”
Danny Elinson talks about his father Gershon's contribution to strengthening Jewish presence in the Cave of the Patriarchs: 'Everybody knew him, even the Arabs who saved him after he was injured in a terrorist stabbing attack.'
Less than a week after reaching fifth place in the Eurovision Song Contest, Israeli singer Eden Golan lands a new campaign for a hair brand.
Yaakov Nitzan, father of Gilad Nehemya hy”d, who was killed in battle in Gaza, talks about the strength he draws from the Jewish People, specifically during the days of remembrance and independence.
The IAF successfully intercepted three missiles which were launched from Gaza towards Sderot. No injuries were reported.
The military prosecutor's office is expected to file an indictment against Aviad Frija, who shot and killed Yuval Kestelman, the civilian who helped neutralize the terrorist in the November 2023 Jerusalem attack.
Israel Ganz, Governor of the Binyamin Region and chairman of the Yesha Council, supports settlement in the Gaza Strip but stresses: First of all - we must eradicate the enemy.
Israel Dog Unit joins a display of other security forces and demonstrated their working dogs' various capabilities for the crowd.
Soldier Michelle Marahsin, who grew up in the Sabah Elazraki Emunah Children's Home in Netanya, was awarded a Presidential Medal of Excellence on behalf of the Air Force.
On Independence Day, residents in the Neve Daniel Synagogue in Gush Etzion, join a cantor and choir to pray for the safety of IDF soldiers.
President Herzog spoke to ambassadors from around the world on Israel's 76th Independence Day: 'Hamas’s brutal attack was not just trying to weaken the State of Israel. It was trying to weaken the pillars of free, open, democratic societies.'
Galit Valdman, whose son, Major Ariel Ben-Moshe, was killed on October 7: ‘Wants revenge. Maybe a minister in the government can't say things like that, but I'm not in uniform.’
Ben Gvir joined the marchers in Sderot who demanded the resettling of the Gaza Strip and added that, ‘We must encourage the residents of Gaza to voluntarily leave.’
On Israel's 76th Independence Day, PM Netanyahu visits soldiers wounded during war, hears their desire for Israel to achieve complete victory.
Tens of thousands of men, women, children and the elderly are participating in the Gaza March, supporting victory and calling on the Israeli government to resettle the Gaza Strip.
As per the instructions of Rabbi Yosef Shlomo Kahaneman, legendary Ponevezh Yeshiva dean, the Israeli flag was hung early on Independence Day morning and will remain there until the afternoon.
Thousands of marchers arrived in Sderot by buses and in cars, from all over the country. The organizers emphasize that the march is coordinated with security forces and has received all necessary approvals.
President Biden sends President Herzog greetings on Israel’s 76th Independence Day, praising Israelis' significant resilience and strength following Hamas' October 7th attack.
Staff Sergeant Chen Na'imi was awarded a distinguished service award for Yom Ha'atzmaut. The officer, who fought in the war, was severely wounded and is in the process of a long rehabilitation.
Egyptian source claims 'no plans to suspend ties' with Israel, as other reports say Cairo is weighing recalling ambassador from Tel Aviv.
Elisha Medan, IDF soldier who lost his legs in battle, joins Outstanding Soldiers ceremony, calling for unity amongst the nation.
Thousands attend OU Israel’s Leil Yom Ha'atzmaut musical prayer session: 'This year, more than ever, we raise our flags even higher.'
In the coming days, a national tender is expected to be issued, within which religious councils across the country will have the opportunity to submit requests for funding Lag BaOmer events.
Israeli President Herzog speaks at traditional Independence Day ceremony honoring outstanding soldiers begins at President's Residence in Jerusalem. 'Strength of spirit and bravery.'
Temple Mount opens to Jews in honor of Independence Day, hundreds ascend Mount to pray.
Independence Day events continue, with outstanding soldiers ceremony, International Bible Contest, scheduled for later in the day.
Protesters who blocked the trucks unload the supplies and throw them on the road. Two protesters detained and removed from the scene by the police.
Before the anthem, Mesika dedicates one of her songs to the freed hostages and prays for the return of all 132 hostages who are still in captivity.
IDF soldiers from the 22nd Battalion of the Carmeli Brigade celebrate Independence Day in the Netzarim Corridor, waving Israeli flags and breaking into dance.
Along with the Old City, several other landmarks around Jerusalem lit up in blue and white in honor of Yom Ha'atzmaut.
One of the torches this evening honored the many Jewish communities outside of Israel who rushed to help when the war broke out.
President Isaac Herzog sends a message to the Jewish communities of the world of unity and mutual responsibility, and his hope for the swift return of the hostages and of peace.
The Home Front command today honored the units who worked to locate and retrieve the remains of those killed in the October 7th massacre.
