Independence Day

'Fighting for what matters': President Herzog's message for Israeli Independence Day

I have watched Jews from every walk of life rise to the challenge and show up in so many different ways – for one another and for Israel. It has inspired and moved me.

Israel airs country's 77th Independence Day ceremony

The rehearsal was aired due to the cancellation of the planned live event amid the raging fires across Israel.

Meteorological Service warns severe weather conditions to continue amid blazes

Firefighters have been remaining in close contact with the Meteorological Service as they work to contain multiple blazes.

30/04/2025

Government cancels all Independence Day events countrywide due to fires

Independence Day events along with the Hostage rally that was scheduled for tonight have been cancelled due to the extreme weather.

A TORCH burns on Jerusalem’s Mount Herzl, 2017

Authorities cancel Independence Day torch-lighting ceremony due to strong winds

The police added that winds of this strength have the ability to damage infrastructure and facilities, including the toppling of trees, poles, temporary fences, and more.

Herzog to ‘Post’: 'We should rise above! We must be together in this'

President Isaac Herzog talks about societal schism, an unbreakable bond with Diaspora Jews, and Gaza, Iran, Syria, and Lebanon threats.

Israel was founded on a promise, and that promise must be kept

How to get the remaining hostages out of Gaza is the issue that is tearing the country apart and threatening to dig a deep chasm in our society that we may never be able to bridge.

Post–October 7 unity breathes new life into Herzl's Zionist vision

The second stage of Zionism—building a model society—can’t wait any longer, the author argues.

By DEBORAH DANINO HARKHAM
30/04/2025

Israel embraces destiny over survival as it celebrates 77 years of independence

As Israel turns 77, it must move beyond survival to ancient civilizational revival.

Why Israelis should be eating ice cream for breakfast this Independence Day

Independence Day 2025 means we should celebrate Israel’s rebirth while honoring its ongoing struggles.

30/04/2025
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