Anniversary

Sorin Hershko, soldier most severely wounded in Entebbe, honored on operation's 50th anniversary

The recognition was awarded by the Peres Center for Peace and Innovation, whose chairman is Chemi Peres, son of former prime minister Shimon Peres.

An Israeli hostage is greeted on her return to Israel after Operation Entebbe on 3rd July 1976, in which, Israeli special forces rescued 100 hostages held at Entebbe Airport in Uganda by members of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine following their hijack of Air France Flight 139.
Captives returning after the Entebbe Operation.

Beyond the Headlines: Fifty years since the Entebbe rescue - opinion

Zehu Ze cast members Moni Moshonov (left) and Avi Kushnir in a new version of Benzin's song, "Shared Home," which was created for the KAN 90th anniversary celebration.

KAN marks 90 years of Israeli public broadcasting with cross-platform celebration

Bunting of Iranian flags next to a missile on display during the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution in Tehran, Iran February 11, 2026.

‘Downed Israeli drones’ among military display at Iran’s revolution anniversary celebrations


What 9/11 taught us about the emotional connection to Israel - comment

The impact of 9/11 on Israel’s positioning is mixed; it heightened the level of anxiety associated with the Middle East, and Israel coupled with it.

 THE TWIN Towers burn

Celebrate 140 years of Zichron Ya'acov with Israeli wine tour

The festival’s main event will be held at Tiyul Garden, the first ornamental garden in the modern Land of Israel, which is situated in the heart of the city

 THE CARMEL Mizrahi Winery in Zichron Ya’acov; view from southwest.

Dreaming Jewishly again: The 125th anniversary of the First Zionist Congress

In introducing Herzl to the next generation, I learned some defining lessons from the 1897 Zionist Congress. These insights should shape the debate we need today.

 BRAVO TO World Zionist Organization Chairman Yaakov Hagoel and his staff for jumpstarting this dreaming-and-doing process, says the writer.

Modern Orthodox rabbinic group Beit Hillel celebrates 10th anniversary

Established by the late Rabbi Ronen Neuwirth, Beit Hillel was the first Orthodox Israeli rabbinic body to be run equally by men and women.

 Beit Hillel rabbis and rabbaniyot at the President's Residence.

Legendary Israeli music venue Levontin 7 marks 16 years with festival

The venerable Tel Aviv music venue celebrates with month-long slate of shows led by American saxophonist David Murray.

 SAX GREAT David Murray in action.

25th anniversary of Chaim Herzog's death: President to eulogize his father

For President Isaac Herzog, this will not only be a presidential duty, but also a filial one.

 Israeli president Isaac Herzog at a memorial ceremony for former prime minister Menahem Begin, in Jerusalem, March 7, 2022.

Reflections on the 2nd anniversary of my kidney transplant

Whenever someone asks me how I am, I think for a moment and answer: wonderful.

 The Chaim clan at Mitzpe Masua in the British Park.

Copper, anniversaries and setting goals - opinion

Copper is an incredibly durable metal, and it doesn’t deteriorate over time. It’s a beautiful metaphor for a strong marriage.

Calculating taxes

Knesset celebrates its 73rd birthday amid COVID-19 Omicron wave

The Knesset will celebrate its anniversary with a historical art exhibit, virtual meetings with Diaspora leaders and panels following the theme of "Diverse Opinions - One Knesset."

The Knesset building in Givat Ram, Jerusalem

January 6: A cautionary tale - analysis

The way America responded to both was markedly different. After September 11, 2001, America rallied together; after January 6, 2021, it continued its descent into polarized camps. 

A mob of supporters of then-US President Donald Trump climb through a window they broke as they storm the US Capitol Building in Washington, US, January 6, 2021.