Independence

Israel must build independent armaments network to end US aid dependency, Netanyahu says

"I want armaments independence. I deeply appreciate the support we have received, and which I have also brought over the years, from our American friends," the PM said.

Netanyahu speaks with reservists at Kibbutz Migdal Oz, 18 June, 2026.
DELEGATES ATTEND the 79th World Health Assembly of the World Health Organization (WHO) in Geneva, Switzerland, on May 18, 2026.

DPP’s WHO participation attempt doomed to fail - opinion

IRON BEAM: Part of the laser anti-missile interception system, seen in Sept.

Israel at a crossroads: Choosing between decline and a renewed vision for Israel - opinion

 People watch the military airshow as part of Israel's 75th Independence Day celebrations, in Saker Park, Jerusalem, April 26, 2023.

Israel must be more than just the nation-state of the Jewish people - opinion


Happy 4th of July: Israel to commemorate War of Independence moment

As well as American Independence Day, July 4 signifies the 1976 Entebbe rescue operation.

Israeli flags and wreaths are seen on the remains of armored military vehicles and cars, part of the armored convoy ruins at Sha'ar Hagai that were destroyed during Israel's War of Independence in 1948, near Shoresh, outside Jerusalem, on April 10, 2013.

David Ben David cheated death and missed Israel’s birth

David Ben David swam to Haifa in 1940, unknowingly escaping the ill-fated "Patria". He spent most of the 1948 war as a POW, saved from death more than once by his Arab Legion captors.

David Ben David during the 1948 siege of Kfar Etzion, where many of his comrades were killed by enemy forces. From his autobiography, Gesher al Tehumot (Bridge over the Abysses).

Ultra-Orthodox extremists burn Israeli flags on Independence Day

"Their wrongful deeds worthy of condemnation have long since taken away from them the title of 'ultra-Orthodox,' they do not deserve it."

Israeli flag is seen.

Rivlin's Independence Day Swan Songs

President Reuven Rivlin welcomed the traditional Independence Day ceremonies for the last time.

President Reuven Rivlin honors outstanding IDF soldiers at Independence Day ceremony on April 15, 2021.

Happy Birthday to Israel! A celebration in pictures

Take a look at Israel's celebrations of the country's 73rd Independence Day.

Israeli soldiers dance during the 73rd anniversary Independence Day ceremony, held at Mount Herzl, Jerusalem on April 14, 2021.

CEO of Pfizer proud of Israel's achievements on Independence Day

"Along with other Jews in the world, I take immense pride in Israel," Albert Bourla said at Israel's Independence Day ceremony.

Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla introduces US President Joe Biden as the president toured a Pfizer manufacturing plant producing the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine in Kalamazoo, Michigan, US, February 19, 2021.

Israel celebrates 73: Celebrations begin at Har Herzl

Join the country in its Independence Day ceremony

The main rehearsal of the 73 anniversary Independence Day ceremony, held at Mount Herzl, Jerusalem on April 14, 2021.

Independence Day: After COVID-19, Israelis redefine ‘independence’

Curfews and masking requirements, as well as surveillance by the Shin Bet security agency, left Israelis thinking about what freedom really is.

Barbecuing on Independence Day

Israel's Declaration of Independence read at the Western Wall live

The event was broadcasted live throughout the Jewish world in English, Spanish and French, and thousands worldwide were able to watch the reading online.

Youth from all over the world celebrating Israeli independence at the Western Wall

73+1 reasons why I love Israel - Opinion

Yes, there are imitations, but here is the original Jerusalem Post 17th straight year of new “Reasons I love Israel,” even though 2020 was a year of challenges.

PLAYING MATKOT on Acre beach, which is equipped with a path for disabled swimmers (#42)