This year, special prayers were added for the safety of 133 Israelis being held hostage in Gaza, the protection of IDF soldiers, and gratitude for protection from a recent missile attack by Iran.
The army has brought the time between the moment of injury and seeing a senior medical practitioner to under four minutes, and in many cases under one minute.
Greek Health Minister: 'My country, and I personally, stand by Israel’s side in efforts to free the abductees who have been held by Hamas since October 7.'
The main event every year is a torch lighting which typically takes place at Mount Herzl, this year, however, there will be multiple, with simultaneous lighting at 12 sites attacked by Hamas.