Trump:
'Blockade lift means no deal - unless we blow Iran up'
President Trump states that lifting the US naval blockade of Iran could only lead to a deal if America “blows up the rest of their country".
Israel National News - Arutz Sheva
Israel National News - Arutz Sheva
Operation Roaring Lion
Live updates: Trump extends ceasefire indefinitely
Over a month after Israel and US launched strikes against the Iranian regime, US President Donald Trump announces a two-week ceasefire, then bans Israel from operating against the Hezbollah terror group in Lebanon. Live Updates.
Talik Gvili lights a torch: Pride is stronger than sorrow
Talik Gvili lights a torch on Independence Day in memory of her son Ran, who fell in battle at Kibbutz Alumim and kidnapped to Gaza, delivering a powerful message of heroism, unity, and victory.
Argentine President at Kotel:
'Here I feel close to God!'
Argentine President Javier Milei concludes his visit to Israel with an emotional prayer at the Western Wall on the eve of Independence Day.
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Israeli flag lights up Times Square for Independence Day
Israeli flag displayed on digital billboards in New York’s Times Square, marking Israel’s 78th Independence Day with the message “Israel 78, celebrating freedom."
Plaza inaugurated in memory of Harel Sharvit
A plaza was inaugurated in Kochav Yaakov in memory of Harel Sharvit, who fell in Gaza, with his family and public figures honoring his life and legacy.
Walls of Jerusalem's Old City light up in honor of Yom Ha'atzmaut
The walls of Jerusalem’s Old City, the Chords Bridge, and additional structures across the city were illuminated in blue and white marking the Israel's 78th Independence Day.
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Huckabee to join US delegation for Israel-Lebanon talks
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee will join the American delegation for the upcoming direct talks between Israel and Lebanon at the State Department on Thursday, reports CNN.
Farm Association 2026
The Farm Initiative: Today’s Zionism safeguarding tomorrow’s land
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Iran claims:
'Trump’s ceasefire extension is a ploy for surprise strike'
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Israel's 78th Yom Ha'atzmaut ceremony
Help baby Eli
A mother's cry: Baby Eli, 6 months old, fights tumor in the ICU
The punishment for the soldier who damaged a Jesus statue
New Program
How women around the world are mastering Hilchos Shabbos
Mossad Chief reveals:
Agency service member fell abroad during the war with Iran
20 sheep vs. an ancient land being stolen piece by piece
Haredi commander leads a run in memory of fallen soldiers
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Independence Day prayers at the Western Wall
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OU Yom Haatzmaut celebration
Emotional diary written by fallen soldier
Kfir Brigade:
Bereaved brother who became a fighter follows his brother's path
Blocked a massacre with his own body - and was killed
Hezbollah's serious ceasefire violation
Former Defense Minister:
'There was intelligence on the massacre, they didn't alert me'
Severe claims:
IDF worked to erase October 7th footage
Fallen commander becomes moral compass for his troops
Golani Brigade commander:
'The best memorial is the ground we stand on'
On base and in Lebanon:
Haredi brigade salutes the fallen
This is what opinions about Israel always ignore
Israel at 78: A nation that refuses to pause
Yom Hazikaron 5786 (2026):
Thoughts during the siren
Yom Hazikaron and Yom Haatzma'ut:
Before the Celebration, the Cost
Memorial and Independence Day:
Carrying them into the dance
From Resurrection to Heroism: A message for these days
Happy Independence Day!
“Those who are redeemed by God"
On the meaning of Israel's wars
From the Depth of Loss to Atzma'ut:
The "Klal Gadol" binding us together
Do American Jews really care?
When the sirens sound, will we hear them?
The essence of Independence
Are you holding your phone or is it holding you?
Arkia is here to stay: Nonstop New York-Tel Aviv flights resume
Before there was a State, there was Magen David Adom
"She decided":
4,100 Jewish Marriages - 65% Started By The Woman
A Jerusalem father's tenth wedding - and his strength is gone
Unity, Resilience, and Growth
Wartime at Raphael Recanati International School
Hezbollah's serious ceasefire violation
Nadav Milo:
A quiet hero remembered
Salute to the Fallen:
Memorial Day flyover over Mount Herzl
Severe claims:
IDF worked to erase October 7th footage
Fallen commander becomes moral compass for his troops
Chilling:
Yeshivat Elon Moreh publishes quotes from fallen students
Kfir Brigade:
Bereaved brother who became a fighter follows his brother's path
Severe claims:
IDF worked to erase October 7th footage
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Captivity survivor prays for the State of Israel
Special 60 Minutes interview
'The pain is constant': Hersh's mother speaks
Parents reveal:
Oriya fell in attempt to rescue Bibas family
Smuggling truck to Gaza
IDF Lieutenant charged with aiding the enemy
Holocaust survivor passes away at 105
Alan Dershowitz joins Republican party
Concern in Belz as Rebbe’s condition worsens
Arson attacks escalate against UK Jewish community
British police investigating:
Was Iran behind series of attacks on Jewish sites?
New report reveals optimism among Jewish youth
Trump announces:
Ceasefire extended until Iran submits a proposal
UK
8 arrested in arson attacks targeting Jewish sites
Footage: Helicopter raid in the open sea
Trump calls on Iran to free 8 women sentenced to death
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'Expect to be bombing again in Iran'
Iran hangs two opposition activists accused of spying for Israel
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Students of Rabbi Avi Goldberg sing together at his grave
Students of Rabbi Avi Goldberg, from the Himmelfarb school gathered around his grave on Mount Herzl and sang together for Memorial Day.
Memorial Day in Israel:
The world wants to forget, but we remember
As long as the Jewish people exists, we will continue to remember those the world tries so hard to forget:
From memorial to celebration
Prayer bridging national days of remembrance and hope
Tzohar Rabbinical Organization has released a special prayer to be recited in the period of transition between Israel’s Memorial Day and Independence Day.
'Victory will be complete':
Herzog’s powerful message at memorial
At Mount Herzl, President Herzog honors terror victims, links generations of loss, and says Israel’s true victory lies in rebuilding life.