Independence

Israel must build independent armaments network to end US aid dependency, Netanyahu says

"I want armaments independence. I deeply appreciate the support we have received, and which I have also brought over the years, from our American friends," the PM said.

Netanyahu speaks with reservists at Kibbutz Migdal Oz, 18 June, 2026.
DELEGATES ATTEND the 79th World Health Assembly of the World Health Organization (WHO) in Geneva, Switzerland, on May 18, 2026.

DPP’s WHO participation attempt doomed to fail - opinion

IRON BEAM: Part of the laser anti-missile interception system, seen in Sept.

Israel at a crossroads: Choosing between decline and a renewed vision for Israel - opinion

 People watch the military airshow as part of Israel's 75th Independence Day celebrations, in Saker Park, Jerusalem, April 26, 2023.

Israel must be more than just the nation-state of the Jewish people - opinion


Encountering peace: Money can’t buy you love – or your independence

No amount of money in the world could have convinced the Jewish people and its leadership to give up the dream and demand for independence, liberty and sovereignty.

CHEERING THE creation of Israel in 1948.

Australian school makes world’s largest human menorah

A total of 1,048 students and staff from Bialik College in Melbourne gathered to form the shape of the emblem of the State of Israel on Thursday.

Australian school makes world’s largest human menorah

From the March of the Living to the Parade of Rebirth

6,000 young people from around the world celebrate Israel's Independence Day.

Some 6,000 young people from around the world celebrate Israel's Independence Day

Bennett to Israel Prize winners: Our world advances thanks to you

At the ceremony celebrating Israel's 71st Independence Day, the education minister said goodbye to his official duties. "I did as best as I could for the people of Israel," he said.

Education Minister Naftali Bennett speaks at the 57th Israel Prize ceremony on Israel's 71st Independence Day, 2019.

Israeli Yonatan Weissman wins 2019 International Bible Contest for youth

The World Bible Contest is an annual competition between representatives from over 30 countries in which their knowledge on the Bible is tested on live television.

Yonatan Weissman with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after he won the World Bible Contest on Independence Day, 2019.

Israel marks Independence Day with fireworks and foam - photo gallery

The nation celebrated Israel Independence Day with a sky illuminated by fireworks. Israelis also heated up their grills. It is customary to grill on Independence Day.

Israelis watch fireworks on Independence Day

Israel celebrates 71 years of independence in style

Keeping with tradition, many watched on television as Israel's most impressive and inspiring citizens were honored at the annual, star-studded torch-lighting ceremony at Jerusalem's Mount Herzl.

Teli Esther Raphael enjoys Indepence Day celebrations in Jerusalem

71st Independence Day ceremony celebrates Israel's spirit

Sixteen men and women lit 12 torches at the annual Independence Day ceremony in Jerusalem, under the theme of the “Israeli Spirit.”

Israel celebrates its 71st Independence Day

A will to live – by

Whatever you do - in work, hobbies or leisure activities - try to be passionate about it.

‘DON’T KILL time – it may be the most precious commodity we have.’

Company logos go blue and white for Independence Day

A montage of the newly colored logos was posted on Facebook ahead of the Yom Haatzmaut holiday.

An Israeli flag [Ilustrative]