PM says at Independence Day ceremony that 'at the moment of truth, an entire nation mobilized,' calls this 'the generation of the victorious heroes.'
Viewers worldwide can join the traditional ceremony of lighting twelve torches, symbolizing the 12 tribes, as Israel turns 76.
MDA Paramedic Oshrit Hadad, 22 years old from Netivot, will represent the organization by lighting a torch on Yom Ha'atzmaut.
President Isaac Herzog speaks at Memorial Day ceremony for victims of terror attacks, promises that 'together, and only together, we will rebuild anew.'
Twice bereaved mother, Miriam Peretz, tells Arutz Sheva about her feelings and work since the war began and about her hope for the future.
Two sisters, Tamar Elad-Appelbaum and Michal Greenglick, remember the brothers they lost and the powerful meaning of music in their lives.
Thousands participate in Jerusalem Memorial Day event at the Sultan's Pool, singing together after the event concludes.
Son of Sergeant Major Yossi Hershkovitz, beloved high school principal who fell in Gaza, plays his father's song at the Mount Herzl military cemetery, as the crowd joins in. Watch.
National Memorial Day ceremony for Israel's fallen soldiers and officers taking place at Mount Herzl. PM Netanyahu: 'We paid a heavy price, we're determined to win this battle.'
Forecasters warn of chilly temperatures, chance of rain, on Israel's Independence Day; on Memorial Day, heavy rainfall in Tel Aviv and potentially other areas as well.
Foreign Minister Israel Katz expected to offer Israel's Eurovision representative, Eden Golan, an important role in the fight against antisemitism around the world.
Singer Avraham Fried sings at the Gvura Forum tent, near the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem. Hundreds in attendance for Memorial Day ceremony with the bereaved families.
‘There is no fallen soldier who does not leave you with some memory’ | IDF identification and burial team talk for the first time about their Day of Remembrance.
Arutz Sheva meets participants of the International Bible Contest which will take place on Independence Day. "Every step you take there's Bible all around.”
The event will include readings of memories and longing, prayer episodes, memorial performances about the fallen, memorial songs and the reading of the names of the fallen.
At Memorial Day ceremony at the Western Wall, President Herzog shares stories of the heroes who fell defending the people of Israel on October 7 and during the war.
Israel begins commemorating its Memorial Day for fallen soldiers and victims of hostilities, the first since the October 7 massacre.
Speaker Amir Ohana, to 120 outstanding female and male soldiers: ‘This is a generation that has not fallen short of any generation that came before it.’
43% of Israelis prefer Donald Trump to Joe Biden as US President, with a sharp divide between left and right.
President Isaac Herzog launched an emotional project in memory of the fallen and murdered in the Swords of Iron War.
Holon Municipality decided to hold the Yom Haatzmaut celebrations in the city almost without changes, despite the anguish of the family of hostage Agam Berger.
Ahead of Memorial Day, Rabbi Yosef Zvi Rimon, chairman of the Sulamot Foundation, talks about a Torah learning project for the elevation of the souls of the fallen or murdered.
A new poll shows that 83% of Israelis support imposing a boycott on countries that have imposed a boycott on Israel.
The exhibition at the Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem was produced by Malki Shem Tov, the father of Omer Shem Tov who has been held captive in Gaza for over 200 days.
President Isaac Herzog congratulated the Israeli Eurovision contestant Eden Golan and thanked her for proudly representing Israel.
A 110 cm neon flying squid washed ashore on the Maagan beach. Sightings of the species are extremely rare in the Mediterranean Sea, especially in Israel
Rabbi Yehoshua Shani, whose son Uri was killed in action on October 7th, supports the participation of government representatives in memorial ceremonies.
Cabinet Secretary Yossi Fuchs commented that the plan to incrementally increase haredi draft targets will take at least a decade to reach the final quota.
A protest encampment near the Prime Minister's office is calling for the government to reject any and all attempts to reach a ceasefire agreement.
Violent confrontations broke out this evening in Tel Aviv between protesters and the police. A water cannon was used. Three protesters were arrested, among them relatives of hostages.
Gershon Elinson, one of the founders of the Jewish settlement in Hebron and a legendary photographer who photographed settlements in Judea and Samaria for over 45 years, passes away.
UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini claimed that the fire caused 'extensive damage,' police say it was set by children below age of criminal liability.
A statement by Israel's Foreign Ministry denounced the South African appeal against Israel's conduct since the last hearing in the Hague, claiming that the country was once again serving Hamas's ends.
Helipad on Defense Ministry rooftop to be lit up with Israeli flags and the word 'Yizkor,' massive memorial candle to be projected onto the structure, along with the number of Israel's fallen.
Former Prime Minister asked about Ben Gvir's post in which he wrote "Hamas ❤️ Biden", and replies: "I’m not going to defend every stupid thing that any minister says."
According to the Israeli Ambassador to the UN, the resolution granting the PA powers and rights of a UN member state violates the UN Charter.
Ministers mocked Ben-Gvir's post in which he attacked President Biden. Ben-Gvir: 'There should be more Tweets like that, I expect you all to join me.'
Family members of hostages and supporters protest in several locations, demanding the release of the abductees. Clashes with police erupt in several locations.
Speaking to Dr. Phil, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he hopes he and Biden can overcome their disagreements, "but we will do what we have to do to protect our country".
National Unity says if no progress is made in reaching a hostage deal in the coming days it will leave the government.
The event was attended by 1000 Lone Soldiers as well as National Service Volunteers, expediting the conversion of their foreign driver’s licenses in one day.
The eight, including six foreign nationals, have been banned thanks to a new team of detectives that was created within the Samaria and Judea District Police by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
At least 20 activists arrested as over 100 block aid trucks heading into Gaza from Mitzpe Ramon area.
The Prime Minister shared a video of his Holocaust Remembrance Day address in which he pledged that nothing would stop Israel from defending itself, even if it would have to stand alone.
MK Tzvi Sukkot claimed that channeling billions into the defense of homes in the cities of the north will only exacerbate the security problem.
Since last Independence day, Israel's population has grown by 189,000 people; by next Independence Day, Israel's population is expected to reach over 10 million.
'We are here, despite everything and with everything; they did not defeat us - and will not defeat us,' Shoshi Sabahat, widow of fallen Caracal officer Maj. Avraham Hovelashvili says after birth of son. The circumcision will take place on Independence Day.
'When there are disagreements between friends and allies, there is a way to clarify the disputes; avoid baseless, irresponsible and insulting statements,' President Isaac Herzog urges.
'We must maintain our unity at all costs. That is the only way that we will be able to effectively defeat our enemies and withstand the international pressure to end the war and suffer defeat.' Op-ed.
Temperatures to continue rising through Friday, returning to seasonal average only on the weekend.
Clashes erupt during demonstration for the release of the hostages in Tel Aviv. Police try to detain sister of hostage Matan Zangauker, before her mother intervenes.
Leading Zionist rabbis are calling on the public to continue rejoicing and thanking G-d on Israeli Independence Day, despite the hardships.
Celebration at tomb of rabbinic sage in Tiberias to be held during the war following work by Shas party to allow the event.
According to an Israeli official, tensions had already been running high after Israel felt the US allowed it to be blindsided by Hamas’ announcement earlier this week that it was accepting a version of a cease-fire proposal that was unknown to Israel beforehand.
The US Embassy asked the Police Internal Investigations Unit for the cellphone of slain employee Yaakov Tuhi, who was killed by an off-duty Border Police officer.
Guy Hochman was verbally assaulted and spit at by anti-Israel protesters at the Eurovision Village. Officers then detained him and told him that it was not a place for Israeli flags and Jews.
'Prime Minister, Defense Minister, claiming IDF entered Rafah to stave off criticism ahead of Remembrance Day and Independence Day,' brother of fallen IDF soldier Hadar Goldin says.
While rehearsing for the Independence Day ceremony, Ezra Yakhin spoke about his feelings and declared: ‘We must celebrate and fight the cruel enemy. For this we must hold our head, flag and weapon high.’
Ron Huldai, Tel Aviv's mayor, says city will redirect part of the 'Pride Parade' budget for 'Pride Center' activities in Tel Aviv.
