Independence Day
Ukraine, Israel ‘fighting against same axis of evil,’ Ukrainian ambassador tells ‘Post’ - interview
Yevgen Korniychuk thanked Israel for its support for Ukraine in its struggle for “independence and peace and prosperity,” citing polls showing that over 85% of Israelis support Ukraine in its war.
A turning point in religious history - opinion
America at 250: The triangular relationship between US, Israel, and Jews is at risk - opinion
America at 250: Why Washington’s promise to US Jews still matters - opinion
Parashat Acharei Mot-Kedoshim: The promise of permanence
The covenant endures. The people have returned. And, as the Malbim teaches, we shall never again be cast out.
Grapevine, April 24, 2026: Israel loves Milei!
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Pizzeria worker stabbed to death in Petah Tikva after commenting on snow spray on Independence Day
A fatal stabbing of a 21-year-old pizzeria worker in Petah Tikva follows a dispute with teens over snow spray on Independence Day. The worker was critically injured and later died at the hospital.
Trump, in absentia, becomes first non-Israeli to receive Israel’s top civilian honor
Trump reportedly planned to accept the prize with a videotaped address at one point, with Israel’s Education Minister officially extending the invitation in early February.
Embracing grief and joy - opinion
To understand Israel, and perhaps the Jewish story more broadly, you need to understand how we relate to time, memory, and loss.
OU Independence Day event in Jerusalem sees about two thousand participants
Several of the organization's senior leadership were in attendance, as well as an assortment of Americans, Canadians, Australians, and South Africans, including Olim.
Former Gaza hostages visit wounded soldiers before Independence Day
Avinatan Or, Alon Ohel, and Guy Gilboa-Dalal were treated at the Rabin Medical Center-Beilinson Campus when they were first freed from Hamas captivity.
Messages of peace feature prominently in Herzog, Sa'ar Independence Day speeches
President Isaac Herzog and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar co-hosted the annual Independence Day reception at the President’s Residence.
Former Gaza hostage Eli Sharabi reflects on Independence Day, family loss
Eli Sharabi, who survived Hamas captivity, shares his emotional journey after the October 7 massacre, revealing how Independence Day now holds deeper meaning as he honors his murdered family.
Hodaya Cohen wins Israel's 78th Independence Day Bible World Quiz for Youth
The event was held at the Jerusalem Theater and recorded in advance due to the security situation, and gathered 16 outstanding young men and women from seven countries.
