15 Spectacular Yom Ha’atzmaut Photos

On Monday night and Tuesday, Israel celebrated its 66th birthday. Celebrations took place all over the country with fireworks, airshows, and some tasty barbecuing.
The Holocaust Survivors Who Fell in Israel’s 1948 War of Independence

A special monument is located at the end of the trail that connects Israel’s Yad Vashem, the official memorial to Jewish victims of the Holocaust, and Mount Herzl, the national cemetery for Israeli leaders and fallen soldiers.
Never Forget their Sacrifice

This moving music video captures the somber mood of Israel’s Memorial Day when the nation unites in memory of its fallen soldiers and victims of terror.
On Memorial Day, Israel Remembers the “Blood of its Sons and Daughters”

On Sunday afternoon, Israel began to mark Yom Hazikaron, also known as Israel’s Memorial day for fallen soldiers and victims of terror. As of this year, Israel commemorates the lives of 23,169 soldiers and 2,495 terror victims.
Soldiers’ Greetings to YOU this Independence Day!

Proud to protect the nation so that others may enjoy today’s special national holiday, IDF soldiers share a message for Israel as she celebrates another year of independence.
66 of Israel’s Heroes Share a Message

Inspired by Israel’s Declaration of Independence, 66 of Israel’s heroes share a message for 66 years in this phenomenal video: “Am Yisrael Chai!” – “The People of Israel Live!”
Mourning and Rejoicing: The Depths & Heights of the Israeli Spirit

On Yom Hazikaron (Israel’s Memorial Day), as the sun sets, Israel’s normally bustling streets begin to empty. Israelis all over the country start heading to ceremonies to commemorate the solemn memorial day for fallen soldiers and victims of terror.
Insider’s View: Israel Memorial Day

They gave their lives to ensure Israel’s future. Tonight begins Yom Hazikaron when the nation remembers its fallen heroes of the IDF. This video gives an intimate look at a part of Israeli culture that binds us in sadness and in hope. Click here to donate to the LIBI Fund, in the memory of fallen […]
Protecting Israel from Terrorists & Anarchists: David the Nahlawi

Israeli social media has erupted with more than 100,000 likes in the last several days, in response to a video of dispute between an Israeli soldier and a group of Palestinian Arabs.
Secret Weapon of the IDF: Tefillin and Faith

Watch as a group of Israeli soldiers receive blessings and encouragement to wear “tefillin” (phylacteries) during the Second Lebanon War. The soldiers respond with resounding gratitude for this infusion of faith during the turmoil of war. Support the LIBI Fund, the official fund of the Israeli Defense Forces