Memorial Day

Mossad Chief reveals:

Agency service member fell abroad during the war with Iran

David Barnea reveals at memorial ceremony that a Mossad member fell while performing his duties abroad during the recent war with Iran.

Memorial Day ceremony

Netanyahu: The Iranian regime planned another Holocaust

Netanyahu honors fallen soldiers, reflects on personal loss, and underscores Israel’s resolve against existential threats.

Salute to the Fallen:

Memorial Day flyover over Mount Herzl

The flyover used the traditional Missing Man formation, the worldwide salute to those no longer with their comrades.

Otniel Military Cemetery

Rabbi Kalmanson plays harmonica by son's grave

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.

Police arrest suspects for desecrating flags on Memorial Day

Police arrested two suspects accused of tearing down and desecrating Israeli flags on Memorial Day eve, disrupting public order during ceremonies.

Israel honors its fallen

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.

Netanyahu dons tefillin of fallen lone soldier

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.

Defense Minister:

'Naim Qassem will destroy Lebanon and pay with his head'

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.

'No day without tears'

Prime Minister Netanyahu's Memorial Day message

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu honors Israel’s fallen, emphasizing sacrifice, unity, and continued resolve as the nation faces ongoing security challenges.

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Captivity survivor prays for the State of Israel

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.

Yom Hazikaron ceremony connects diaspora youth to Israel

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.

Golani Brigade commander:

'The best memorial is the ground we stand on'

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.

The Warrior Teacher

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?

Netanyahu in personal post

'I miss you, Yoni, my beloved brother'

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.

'Thrilled to see you here'

IDF chief Eyal Zamir meets former hostage Matan Angrest

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."

On base and in Lebanon:

Haredi brigade salutes the fallen

The Hasmonean Brigade troops marked Memorial Day at the brigade's base in Israel and on the front in Lebanon honoring Israel's fallen

From critical injury to reciting “Yizkor" at the Western Wall

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.

Tough is always good - The story of Hillel Diener

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.

Herzog at Western Wall: Fallen soldiers’ legacy is a song of life

President Isaac Herzog honors Israel’s fallen at the Western Wall, invoking unity, sacrifice and the enduring 'song of life' in Memorial Day address.

Israel remembers its fallen

Yom Hazikaron, Israel's Memorial Day for fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism, begins with a solemn state ceremony at the Western Wall.

Watch: Worldwide Memorial Day ceremony

On the eve of Yom HaZikaron, Masa' commemorates IDF soldiers and victims of terror together with hundreds of thousands of people.

Memorial and Independence Day:

Carrying them into the dance

We say their names in the same breath as Am Yisrael Chai, because that phrase only means something because of what it cost.

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Memorial ceremony for terror victims

OneFamily organization holds memorial ceremony for civilian victims of hostile acts with participation of family and friends.

From Resurrection to Heroism: A message for these days

The writer, a bereaved parent who lost two sons on October 7, 2023, strenghthens the Jewish People despite his pain.

National flags at the Knesset plaza lowered to half-mast

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.

Parents reveal:

Oriya fell in attempt to rescue Bibas family

Parents of fallen soldier SSGT Oriya Ayimalk Goshen reveal to Arutz Sheva that their son fell in Operation Red Heart, which aimed to rescue the Bibas family from captivity in Gaza.

Netanyahu

'We stopped the murderous plot'

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.

Memorial Day message:

Huckabee honors Israel’s fallen, backs US-Israel bond

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee expresses solidarity with Israel on Memorial Day, honoring fallen soldiers and victims of terror.

Haredi brigade clarifies: There will be a Memorial Day ceremony

Hasmonean Brigade stresses that even its troops operating in Lebanon will mark Memorial Day with a special ceremony on the front line.

Ahead of Memorial Day:

Mount Herzl military cemetery expansion approved

The appeals committee rejected the objection by the NGO "Transparent Jerusalem" and granted an exceptional permit to establish new burial plots due to a 'urgent and immediate need.'

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Netanyahu draws with fallen soldier's son

Ahead of Memorial Day, the Prime Minister shared his personal pain in a meeting with bereaved families and delivered a message of Hope for the future.

Ahead of Memorial Day 5786:

25,644 Israeli service members have fallen in the line of duty

Since last Memorial Day, 170 soldiers and 54 disabled veterans have been added to the fallen who will be honored on the solemn day.

Israel salutes US soldiers:

'Honoring our people and common values'

On US Memorial Day, Israel honors American sacrifice and the enduring bond in the fight for freedom.

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.

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.

Romi Gonen 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.

Watch: National memorial ceremony for terror victims

State memorial ceremony for victims of terror and hate begins on Mount Herzl.

Ben-Gvir on Mount Herzl:

'May we merit to have the death penalty for terrorists'

Public Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir addressed a ceremony in memory of the 1666 police officers who fell in the line of duty since the foundation of the State of Israel.

Honoring the fallen mid-air:

This is what happened on an El Al flight

El Al service managers invite passengers to stand as Memorial Day siren sounds across Israel. Watch.

Netanyahu on Mount Herzl:

The fallen fought in brotherhood, left us a legacy

National Memorial Day ceremony begins on Mount Herzl, honoring fallen soldiers and victims of terror. Watch.

Fallen soldier's brothers:

We mourn his loss, on Independence Day we will celebrate for him

The three brothers of Lieutenant Shahar Ben Nun speak to Arutz Sheva and describe their feelings on the first Memorial Day as bereaved brothers.

Due to protests

Minister Goldknopf withdraws participation in memorial ceremony

Minister of Construction and Housing Yitzhak Goldknopf announced that due to threats of protests that would desecrate the event, he will not participate in the memorial day ceremony.

Minister Katz:

'IDF must always be a barrier between enemies and our citizens'

Minister of Defense Katz addressed the Memorial Day name-reading ceremony and stated: 'The goal is a clear victory - without compromises.'

Hamas condemns Memorial and Independence Day ceremonies in Hebron

Hamas condemned the Memorial Day and Independence Day ceremonies at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron, and called them 'a desecration of the holy al-Ibrahimi Sanctuary.'

Parents of fallen soldiers:

'Life goes on, but it has changed forever'

A retreat for 400 bereaved parents held by the OneFamily organization provided tools and strength for those for whom every day is Memorial Day. We must care for them as we remember their sons.

President Herzog:

'We are a zestful nation, a fighting nation'

In a special Memorial Day interview with Arutz Sheva-Israel National News, President Isaac Herzog addresses national unity, the global response to October 7, and the enduring strength of the Jewish people.

Chief of Staff on Memorial Day:

'Shoulder the shared historic journey of our people'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir speaks at Memorial Day ceremony, says IDF needs everyone. 'Partnership will harmonize with the unique diversity that has always characterized the people of Israel.'

Infuriating:

Extremist rips flag from car during Memorial Day siren

Suspect rips Israeli flag off car in central Jerusalem, as the country pays tribute to Israel's fallen during Memorial Day siren.

Former Mossad chief: 'Iranian threat is a test of our unity'

'Iranian threat is not just a strategic challenge — it is a moral one. It is a test of our unity, our resilience, and our unwavering determination to defend our people and homeland,' former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen says at Museum of Tolerance and IDFWO Memorial Day event.

PM to bereaved families:

'In the name of the fallen, we pursue the mission of victory'

At start of Yom Hazikaron, PM addresses bereaved families and quotes the daughter of fallen soldier Rabbi Avi Goldberg.

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Yom Hazikaron memorial ceremony at Museum of Tolerance

The Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem and the IDF Widows and Orphans Organization host a ceremony honoring Israel’s fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism. ______

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Memorial Day opening ceremony at the Western Wall

Yom Hazikaron, Israel's Memorial Day for fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism, begins this evening with a solemn ceremony at the Western Wall.

Netanyahu:

'After 10/7, the TikTok gen. proved they connect with reality'

PM tells story of fallen soldier Shaul Moyal during ceremony for Yom Hazikaron at Yad Lebanim. "The family of the bereaved is also my family."

Live:

Israeli Memorial Day opening ceremony

The Memorial Day ceremony for the fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism at Yad L'Banim began this afternoon.

Smotrich:

'Victory is the legacy of thousands of soldiers'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich made a statement at the meeting ahead of Memorial Day: 'We will end this war with a stronger and more prosperous State of Israel.'

In their memory, we stand

IDF Chief of Staff honors fallen ahead of Memorial Day

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir honors Israel’s fallen soldiers in a stirring message ahead of Memorial Day, calling on all to remember their sacrifice, support bereaved families, and uphold the mission of defense, unity, and resilience.

Eve of Memorial Day:

Tribute ceremony held on Mt. Herzl

The ceremony was held with the participation of the leaders Israel's security forces and bereaved families. Following the ceremony, flags, candles, and flowers were distributed to each of the graves.

Prayer to bridge between Remembrance and Independence Days

Ahead of Israel's 77th Independence Day, Tzohar has published a prayer for the transition from Memorial Day to provide a source of inspiration and comfort amidst the ongoing war.

Special report:

79 victims were murdered in terror attacks in the past year

934 people have been murdered in acts of terror since October 7th, 2023, of which 778 were murdered during the massacre itself. Of those murdered since the war began, 615 were men, 319 were women, 58 were children under the age of 18, and 76 were foreign nationals.

Ahead of Memorial Day 5785:

The number of Israel's fallen stands at 25,417

Since last Memorial Day, 316 fallen soldiers have been added to the tally, along with 61 disabled veterans who passed away due to their disabilities and were recognized during the year as fallen soldiers of Israel's wars.