Israel celebrates independence

Historic Picture Gallery for Yom Ha'atzmaut

Lenny Ben David has created a website of historic pictures of Israel from the Library of Congress collection, some of them 100 years old.

Indonesian Man Plans to Celebrate Israeli Independence

An Indonesia man plans to celebrate Israel's Independence Day in Jakarta. Ten people to attend.

PM Netanyahu Receives a Medal

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu received a medal Wednesday from WWII veterans.

Video: Schwarzenegger Wishes Israel a Happy Birthday

Former California Governor took part in an Independence Day celebration in the Israeli Consulate in Los Angeles.

Israel at 63: An ‘Export Superpower’

Figures show Israel is an export superpower, having exported $80.5 billion in 2010 and having multiplied its exports by 13,400 since 1948.

World Jews Celebrate Israel’s Birthday with Bnei Akiva

Bnei Akiva emissaries around the world conducted celebrations for Israel's Independence Day. INN brings you some of their original ideas.

Video: Air Force Independence Day Air Show

The Israeli Air Force displayed its aircraft in an air show over most of Israel on Independence Day Tuesday.

World Ambassadors Think Israelis are Funny, Complex, Simple

The Foreign Office brings Israelis a special Independence Day mix from some of the ambassadors stationed here.

Part Five: Reflections on Israel Independence Day

Fifth and final part of a series: A compendium of inspiration for Israel’s 63rd Independence Day

MK Orbach: Israel's Future Focus will be the Family

As part of Arutz Sheva's Independence Day Project, personalities from different fields present their vision for Israel 25 years from now.

Video: INN Meets Bible Contest Participants

Ahead of Tuesday's international Bible Contest in Jerusalem, INN TV met and spoke with some of the contestants.

Jerusalem: Unique 3D Light Show on King George St.

The old Knesset building in the capital became a screen for 3D video mapping technology on the night of Independence Day.

Netanyahu: Today We Celebrate Israel's Democracy

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu issues a special greeting for Israel's 63rd Independence Day.

Rivlin: Israel Glows Proudly in the Heart of a Cruel Mideast

Knesset Speaker extols Israel's feat of maintaining Jewish democracy despite hodgepodge of contradictory world views.

Torch Lighters Excited Towards Independence Day Ceremony

Israelis chosen to light Independence Day torches share their emotions with Arutz Sheva.

Israel Celebrates 63rd Independence Day

The traditional torch-lighting ceremony kicked off Israel's 63rd birthday.

16 Named as Bible Quiz Finalists

Sixteen youths from Israel and the Diaspora have been named as Bible Quiz champions and will take part in the finals Tuesday.

Part 3: Reflections for Israel Independence Day

Part Three: A compendium of inspiration and thought for Israel’s upcoming 63rd Independence Day

IDF Bases Open, Special Events Held for Independence Day

Select bases of the Israel Navy, Air Force and Ground Forces will be open for visitors; the Navy and Air Force will hold special events.

IDF Chief of Staff: We’re Studying the Jolts in the Middle East

Independence Day: Chief of Staff Benny Gantz and Defense Minister Ehud Barak address the General Staff in a special toast for the holiday.

Independence Day Links and Videos

In honor of Israel's 63rd Independence Day this coming Tuesday, Jacob Richman has compiled large lists of Israel sites and videos.

Two Holocaust Survivors to Light Independence Day Torch

Two Holocaust survivors & a Druze prisons service social worker will join little Moishe Holtzberg in lighting this year's Independence Day torches.

Moishe Holtzberg to Light Independence Day Torch

Little Moishe Holtzberg and his grandfather have been chosen to light a torch for Independence Day at Jerusalem's Mount Herzl military cemetery.

Israel Exports Up 11,250 Times Since First Independence Day

The Jewish state's exports have multiplied 11,250 times since independence, according to a report by the Israel Export and Cooperation Institute.

Video: IAF Pilots Soar From North to South on Independence Day

Air Force pilots soared through the skies on Israel's 62nd birthday, visiting communities throughout the Jewish State from north to south.

Happy Birthday to You, Israel 62

Israel’s 62nd birthday began at Mount Herzl ceremony with clear message: Jerusalem is united. (Links to videos on Israel at article end)

Modern Israel at 62: Tiny Country and Huge Success

Modern Israel, only 62 years old Monday night, is a world leader. Rabbi Aviner says, “Imagine what we could do if the world were not against us.”

Independence Day Prayers: Joy Mixed With Pleas

Rabbi notes that the special make-up of the Hallel prayer makes it especially suitable for Independence Day.

Good Will Abounds on Independence Day

Independence Day events: Independence Hall, IDF bases and other places will be open free of charge, and IDF will hold naval and air shows.

Neo-Zionist Defense Group Marking Independence Day at Megiddo

HaShomer HeHadash, a neo-Zionist group protecting Israel's Jewish farmers, to mark Independence Day at site of an Arab attack three years ago.

Fourteen Citizens to Represent 62-Year-Old Israel

The government has announced the names of the 14 people chosen to represent Israel in an official ceremony marking 62 years of independence.