Independence Day

The Jerusalem Post marks 93 years as a link to Israel and the Jewish world - editorial

What began as The Palestine Post in 1932 has become a global media force. As we turn 93, our dedication to Israel and the Jewish world remains unchanged.

The first edition of "The Palestine Post," the newspaper that would become "The Jerusalem Post."
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyau, with his wife Sara, with MOTJ  Chairman Larry A. Mizel and Dr. Donald Sweeting

US-Israel Alliance Celebrated at Independence Day Gala Hosted by MOTJ 

 Rachel Edri attends a ceremony in honor of torch lighters of the Independence Day state ceremony, at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on April 28, 2025.

Rachel Edri, whose quick thinking saved her and her husband on Oct. 7, returns home to Ofakim

 Wildfires rage, with firefighters doing their valiant best.

Independence Day ablaze: Jerusalemites find strength under fire and ash


Authorities cancel Independence Day torch-lighting ceremony due to strong winds

The police added that winds of this strength have the ability to damage infrastructure and facilities, including the toppling of trees, poles, temporary fences, and more.

A TORCH burns on Jerusalem’s Mount Herzl.

Herzog to ‘Post’: 'Even if I stand alone; I will try endlessly to bring compromise'

President Isaac Herzog talks about societal schism, an unbreakable bond with Diaspora Jews, and Gaza, Iran, Syria, and Lebanon threats.

 Israeli President Isaac Herzog.

Israel was founded on a promise, and that promise must be kept - editorial

How to get the remaining hostages out of Gaza is the issue that is tearing the country apart and threatening to dig a deep chasm in our society that we may never be able to bridge.

 Israeli flags on graves of fallen soldiers in Mount Herzl Military Cemetery in Jerusalem, on May 9, 2024, ahead of Israeli Memorial Day.

Post–October 7 unity breathes new life into Herzl's Zionist vision – opinion

The second stage of Zionism—building a model society—can’t wait any longer, the author argues.

 THE MAIN rehearsal for tonight’s Remembrance Day/Independence Day ceremony on Mount Herzl in Jerusalem is conducted earlier this week. Our generation is brave, creative, and ready.

Israel embraces destiny over survival as it celebrates 77 years of independence - opinion

As Israel turns 77, it must move beyond survival to ancient civilizational revival.

 PRESIDENT ISAAC HERZOG attends an event with outstanding soldiers ahead of Independence Day, earlier this week at the President’s Residence in Jerusalem.

Why Israelis should be eating ice cream for breakfast this Independence Day – opinion

Independence Day 2025 means we should celebrate Israel’s rebirth while honoring its ongoing struggles.

 The Israeli flag.

From Yom Kippur War to Eurovision: Israeli Special TV for the holidays

Israel’s Independence and Remembrance Days get a thoughtful TV treatment in 2025.

 DANIEL GAD (left) and Michael Aloni in ‘The Stronghold.’

Nearly half of Israelis back Iran strike without US support – survey

Among Jewish Israelis, 52% support a strike compared to 34.5% who oppose it. In contrast, 76% of Arab Israelis oppose military action against Iran, with just 9% in support.

 A war between Israel and Iran (illustrative)

Pride, connection to roots, and barbecues: Your table also wears blue and white

Independence Day is a moment of pride. How do you dress the place where it all begins in blue and white?

 Naaman, blue-and-white table with enamelware

Brand news: Caring for the future of the world and the top designer who designs for everyone

Caring for the scalp, getting perfumed and enjoying, sending greetings and donating, getting ready for Independence Day, and many more new products to discover.

 Alon Livné and Castro