Independence Day
Two human rights groups recognize global significance of Israel’s Declaration of Independence
Recognition comes amid rising attacks on Zionism since October 7 and ahead of Israel’s Independence Day
'Very difficult for me': Actress Hana Laszlo decides to not carry Independence Day torch
President Herzog to award Argentina's Javier Milei with Presidential Medal of Honor
Gal Hirsch faces backlash over Independence Day torch-lighting amid tax fraud trial
NY family makes aliyah to southern Israel days before nation’s 77th Independence Day
The Siegmans from Queens landed in Israel with help from Nefesh B’Nefesh, choosing to settle in Kiryat Gat just before Yom Ha’atzmaut.
Jerusalem air quality among worst in world amid fires - report
IQAir recorded the degradation of air quality as the wildfires spread throughout Israel.
Nations at 77: A global snapshot of growing pains and triumphs throughout history
Israel's 77th year finds it grappling with internal divisions over judicial reform, war, and national identity, yet is still on the pathway to success. How did other nations fare?
Ex-justice minister: Israel's internal battle not on Left vs Right, but democratic values
Dan Meridor decries the state of present-day Israel but expresses hope for the future. ‘This is the project of a lifetime.’
'Fighting for what matters': President Herzog's message for Israeli Independence Day - opinion
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.
WATCH: 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.
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.
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’: 'Even if I stand alone; I will try endlessly to bring compromise'
President Isaac Herzog talks about societal schism, an unbreakable bond with Diaspora Jews, and Gaza, Iran, Syria, and Lebanon threats.