Watch and get a taste of how Israeli Independence Day started and is celebrated around the world, from the street parties and ceremonies in Israel to festivals all around the world.

Israeli Independence Day is more than a holiday. It’s a time to take stock of the country’s incredible achievements - the reason why peace remains elusive.

In this webinar, Rabbi Ari Enkin discusses Yom Hazikaron and Yom Ha'atzmaut - Israel Remembrance and Independence Day.

Yom HaZikaron, Israel’s Memorial Day, is a time to remember all those who lost their lives in struggle for Israeli independence as well as the soldiers who have died while serving in Israel’s armed forces. Victims of terror attacks are also remembered. Yom HaZikaron is a very somber holiday, unlike ‘Memorial Day’ in some other... Read more »

This webinar covers how Yom Ha'atzmaut is celebrated in Israel and abroad, some lesser-known facts about Israel's national anthem, ideas on planning a trip to Israel and much more!

Today is Israel's Independence Day— Yom Ha'atzmaut. This is how Israelis celebrate!

Regardless of religion, gender, political stance or any other factors, Yom Ha'atzmaut is a time to celebrate the birthday of the country that we love!

Muslim nurse who said Shema with dying Jewish patient to light Independence Day torch in Israel's Yom Ha'atzmaut celebrations.

This year's Yom Ha'atzmaut celebrations will be different than those in the previous 71 years, but you can count on Israelis to create new ways to honor their nation.

Hundreds of Jews from Ukraine arrived in Israel just in time to enjoy the Jewish state's joyous Yom Ha'Atzmaut revelry.

Israel called a UNESCO resolution passed on Yom Ha'atzmaut, which rejects Israeli sovereignty over Jerusalem, 'fake history' and 'absurd.'

Every year, on Yom Ha'Atzmaut - Israel Independence Day, IDF jets fly over the entire country as part of the celebrations, performing coordinated stunts.

Each year, Israel observes two somber days of remembrance within a week, followed by Independence Day celebrations throughout the country. The connection is profound.

You don't have to be in Israel to celebrate with music, prayer and a barbecue.

In 1948, the Jews achieved one of the most remarkable and inspiring accomplishments in human history. Take a quick look at Israel today, 68 years later, to know that our little country in an ongoing story of daily miracles!

Many thousands joined in prayers of thanksgiving at the Western Wall on Independence Day, immediately following Remembrance Day.

Israel has won many wars, including the war on the pandemic, allowing its citizens to go out again and celebrate!

The Jewish state is celebrating 72 years of independence - just a little differently this year.

The State of Israel is central to our existence. It is like the skeletal form of our body – it holds us upright.

Memorial Day in Israel includes a two-minute siren nationwide in which nearly the entire country literally stops in its tracks to commemorate the fallen.

Although public gatherings to honor Israel's fallen and celebrate independence have been cancelled due to coronavirus, there are many great ways to pay tribute and virtually participate.

Israel's Memorial Day and 73rd Independence Day are coming up, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the situation will be very different this year.

We must remain grateful to the soldiers and all who have given their life for the State of Israel and to those who fight for freedom everywhere in the world.

The March of the Living, followed by the arrival in the thriving Jewish state, is an emotional experience for young Jews like no other.

When Israelis caught the the prime minister and his wife in Jerusalem's Rose Garden on Independence Day, a joyous celebration ensued!

In celebration of the 70th anniversary of the State of Israel, 15 choirs around the world sang a moving rendition of an ancient Jewish prayer for peace.

An Israeli civilian who thwarted a terror attack received a special commendation for his brave actions, ahead of Israel's Independence Day.   

Nefesh b'Nefesh urges Jews in the diaspora to join the people of Israel in the Jewish homeland - or to put it simply, to 'come home.'

'It was a moment of triumph for our people,' Netanyahu declared in his address on the occasion of the 69th anniversary of the State of Israel.

One of the liveliest Israeli Independence Day celebrations this year took place in Judea, in the ancient Jewish city of Hebron.

A classically trained pianist and composer who appreciated Lady Gaga’s support for Israel created a musical mashup in her honor and in support of the Jewish state.

Israel is now celebrating its 68th birthday. Festivities, beginning in the evening, will continue throughout the day. Happy Birthday Israel!

An artist uses his creative talent to portray the miraculous journey from the birth of Zionism to the establishment of the State of Israel.

On its 67th Independence Day, Israel can be proud of its booming population and thriving economy.

Israel marks its Yom Hazikaron, Memorial Day, commemorating its fallen IDF soldiers and victims of terror.

On the occasion of Israel's 67th anniversary, the prime minister and security leadership recognized those who dedicate their lives to the security of the state.

Addressing communities in the Diaspora on the occasion of the 67th anniversary of the Jewish state, President Reuven Rivlin stressed the need for national unity.

After living in Israel for almost a year, I would like to share my experiences as a newcomer to Israeli society.