Israel celebrates independence

IAF salutes new immigrants on Independence Day

During flyover, IAF planes circle immigrant absorption center in Tiberias.

Anonymous Sudan claims it hacked Netanyahu's website

PM's Facebook account also hacked as group claims responsibility for cyber-attack on Israel's Independence Day.

25,000 attend Independence Day celebrations in Binyamin

Visitors from across the country enjoy attractions, tours of Biblical and nature sites on Israel's 75th Independence Day.

Israel at 75:

Watch: Israeli Independence Day flyovers

About 100 aircraft take part in flyovers for Israel's 75th Independence Day.

F-35 forced to land after bird strike during Indepence Day

Pilot unharmed, plane suffers minor damage after being struck by a bird during flyover in the Negev, landing at base.

Live:

Diplomatic staff mark Independence Day at President's Residence

Reception held for diplomatic staff serving in Israel in honor of country's 75th anniversary.

Israel celebrates 75 years:

President Herzog awards 120 outstanding soldiers

At special ceremony on Independence Day, President Herzog tells outstanding soldiers Israel's mosaic of views is its strength.

In first, IAF flyover comes to Samaria

'No greater pride than when someone who grew up in Samaria leads the first IAF flyover to pass here since the State's founding.'

Watch: Independence Day celebrations at Har Hamor Yeshiva

Hundreds of Har Hamor Yeshiva students celebrate Independence Day with music and dancing.

El Al:

Falafel-based meals on selected flights today

El Al celebrates Independence Day with Israel's most iconic food plus flags.

Watch: Independence Day flyover at the Cave of the Patriarchs

'IAF flyover here is another sign of our sovereignty in Kiryat Arba-Hebron,' Kiryat Arba-Hebron Council head Eliyahu Libman says.

Empire State Building lights up for Israel's Independence Day

Empire State Building lights up in blue and white, honoring Israel's 75th Independence Day.

Underwater celebration:

Israeli flag 'flies' in the shark pool in Eilat

Divers brought an Israeli flag along with breakfast for sharks and other marine life.

Israel's haredi population:

509% increase since records began in 1979

General population increased by 135% during those 44 years.

Torah Study at 75:

From 400 students to 350 thousand!

'When I was a boy, I thought the Torah world was finished,' said Rabbi Druckman. 'But the Torah gives the State its right to exist.'

Israel at 75 – the future is bright

In every photo of Jews in Yitzhar, Efrat or the Golan, they are always smiling, while those yelling “democracy"are always angry. Op-ed.

Watch: Israel at 75 - a bird's eye view

In honor of Israel's Independence Day, Ezri Tobe presents a stunning selection of photos showing Israel from a drone's perspective.

Watch live: President honors outstanding soldiers

Israel's President and First Lady host ceremony honoring outstanding soldiers, attended by top officials.

Independence Day flyover: When can you watch it?

Israel celebrates its 75th Independence Day with aerobatics show, traditional flyovers.

Independence Day celebrations:

Flotilla, Bible contest, and outstanding soldiers ceremony

Israel celebrates its 75th Independence Day with a flotilla, Bible contest, and ceremonies for the Israel Prize and outstanding soldiers.

Independence Day:

NBA star Omri Casspi says it's all because 'we had faith'

Video showcasing Israel's achievements has been viewed close to a million times.

Ursula von der Leyen:

'Europe and Israel are bound to be friends and allies'

European Commission Pres. von der Leyen sends message of friendship to Israel, in celebration of Israel's 75th Independence Day.

Overnight, we became Jewish soldiers, Montreal, May, 14, 1948

The Sunday following the Israeli Declaration of Independence our antisemitic neighborhood bullies got the shock of their lives. Op-ed.

How much more pain is possible?

Every knock on the door I open it, hoping it will be you. Every time I go outt, I turn around to check if you are walking behind me.Op-ed.

75 reasons why I love Israel

I could have written more, but limited it to the birthday number. Feel free to add your own. Op-ed.

Blinken:

'We remain unwavering in our commitment to Israel'

Secretary of State: The United States and Israel have built a partnership that transcends politics and benefits the people of both nations.

Watch:

Prominent German figures congratulate Israel

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier: We are full of admiration as we look to Israel.

On Israel's Independence Day:

House approves pro-Israel resolution

House of Representatives approves resolution calling for expansion Abraham Accords and expressing support for US relations with Israel.

Biden congratulates Israel:

'We are proud to be counted among the first of Israel’s friends'

US President issues statement on Israel’s Independence Day: We are working together to build new alliances to meet 21st century challenges.

Israel at 75:

The Knesset as you have never seen it

On Israel’s 75th anniversary, footage from the Independence Day lighting project in the Knesset is revealed.

Netanyahu:

'We have a brilliant future ahead of us'

PM Netanyahu on Israel's Independence Day: We've become the example of how you build something seemingly from nothing. We do more with less.

75th Independence Day:

'We're here to thank God for miracle called the State of Israel'

Thousands converge on Liberty Bell Park in the capital for OU celebration of Israel's 75th Independence Day.

Watch: Independence Day celebration at Mercaz HaRav yeshiva

Massive celebration of Israel's 75th Independence Day held at leading religious Zionist yeshiva in Jerusalem.

Watch: Rabbi Leo Dee recites Yiskor at Independence Day ceremony

Israel celebrates 75 years:

Watch: Torch-lighting ceremony at Mount Herzl

Israel celebrates its 75th Independence Day after commemorating Memorial Day.

Israel turns 75

Hospital dresses babies in blue and white for Independence Day

Assuta Hospital in Ashdod says 'we are 1 nation and must stay united for the sake of the children of tomorrow.'

Israel: Unique and unimaginable

Israel is not just a country. It’s an extended Jewish family. Let's keep it that way. Op-ed.

Rabbi Leo Dee urges unity:

Calls for 'holy souls to be remembered with respect and love'

Leo Dee urges Israel to unite for Yom HaZikaron and not to politicize ceremonies or to protest in order to respect bereaved families.

IDF offers exclusive peek:

Foreign pilots train for Independence Day flyover

Watch: Foreign air forces prepare for Israel’s Independence Day flyover.

Ahead of 75th Independence Day

Israel's population hits 9.73 million

183,000 babies born in Israel over the last 12 months, with Israel's population growing by 2.3%.

For the first time:

IAF flyover to pass Elon Moreh, Itamar, Beit El and Mevo Dotan

The flyover, which will take place in honor of Israel’s 75th Independence Day, signifies unity between Judea and Samaria and the IDF.

Canadian-Israeli businessman:

'Israel is not just for Israelis, it belongs to all of us'

Sylvan Adams says he is moved to represent the diaspora at Independence Day torch-lighting ceremony.

INN Exclusive interview:

President Herzog: 'Enemies who celebrate division are mistaken'

Israel National News spoke with President Isaac Herzog about the judicial reform plan, Israel Independence Day, and the nation's enemies.

Basketball star to INN:

'Lighting Independence Day torch - highlight of my career'

The former basketball player and coach will be lighting one of 12 ceremonial torches.

Netanyahu tells ministers not to comment on security measures

Ministers receive updates on plans to escalate security responses following Independence Day.

Rabbi Leo Dee to recite Yizkor prayer at Independence Day event

Husband, father of victims of Passover terrorist attack chosen to recite prayer at State opening ceremony for Israel's 75th Independence Day

Regev to try to persuade Lapid to attend torchlighting ceremony

The opposition leader decided not to attend the traditional ceremony, calling it a "government propaganda broadcast".

Leading rabbi rules:

Hallel prayer should be said on Independence Day night

Rabbi Dov Lior said that although he ruled otherwise in the past, prayer should be said with a blessing on Israeli Independence Day night.

Over 100 IAF craft to take part in Independence Day flyover

IDF completing training and preparations for events on Israel's 75th Independence Day next week.

17-year-old torch-lighter:

'Agriculture is not a private business. It is a national matter'

Reut Amichai will be the youngest of the ceremonial torch lighters at this year's Israeli Independence Day opening ceremony.

Netanyahu to torchlighters:

'I simply want to thank you'

Prime Minister Netanyahu and his wife Sara meet the torchlighters for the State of Israel's 75th Independence Day.

Moving:

Holocaust survivor surprises his granddaughter on Mount Herzl

Holocaust survivor Yaakov Meir Dimenstein visits his granddaughter, who will be flag bearer at the Independence Day torch lighting ceremony.

Honor for Samaria:

Owner of Tura Winery to light torch on Independence Day

Vered Ben Saadon, owner of the Tura Winery in the Samaria town of Rehelim, chosen to light a torch on Mount Herzl on Independence Day.

Op-ed:

Independence Day no more: America is no longer independent

Biden has sabotaged the American economy and surrendered decision making power to the IMF. Op-ed.

Historic reception at the embassy in Bahrain

Israel's Independence Day celebrated for the first time at its embassy in Manama.

Israeli orchestra plays in Cairo for the first time in 40 years

The Firkat Alnoor orchestra was invited to play in Egypt for Israel's Independence Day, the first such performance in decades.

Israeli UN Mission hosts Independence Day celebration

Ambassador Erdan: Israel should be singled out but only for the amazing good that it brings to the world.

UN ambassador:

'Arab world not willing to be held hostage by Palestinians'

At Independence Day event celebrating 50 years of Migdal Ohr, Israel's Ambassador Erdan says Israel’s position in the world is improving.

Israel was born fighting for its life

Learn what you don't know about Israel's independence.

Ukraine FM wishes Israel a happy Independence Day

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba speaks to Israeli counterpart Yair Lapid, thanks him for Israel's humanitarian aid.