Independence

Is Taiwan already independent from China, what does Taiwanese independence mean? - explainer

For decades, the Republic of China in Taipei also claimed to be the legitimate Chinese government, but in 1971 Beijing took over the China seat at the United Nations from Taipei.

Taipei, Taiwan.
Rendering of the XR experience at Palace of Versailles.

Israeli-designed Palace of Versailles extended reality installation set to launch

A man sits near a destroyed building in Macuto, Vargas state, Venezuela, on July 5, 2026.

Death toll from Venezuela quakes rises to over 3,000 as nation marks its 215th independence day

US and Israeli flags fill the field at Statler Park in Boston, Massachusetts, on October 18, 2023

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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]

IAF to give special salute to residents of South during popular flyby

The IAF has been practicing for the flyby in recent days ahead of Independence Day.

IAF practices its flyby ahead of Independence Day

Light unto the nations: How Israel contributes to the world

Dr. Ruth Wolf discusses how Israel and the UN are working together to put an end to poverty and promote sustainability.

WIND TURBINES pictured in the Golan Heights.

Keeping children safe: Guidelines for Independence Day celebrations

The ministry's safety guidelines emphasized some instructions for insuring the public's safety during celebrations.

Children celebrate Independence Day at Tel Aviv's Rabin Square

From the front lines in 1948

Ahead of this week’s Remembrance and Independence days, we look back at a first-hand account of the war that made Israel a reality.

TOM TUGEND.

Israel and Ireland - two roads to independence

The struggle for an independent homeland began in earnest in both cases towards the end of the second decade of the 20th century.

Carte postale créée par l’institut Betsalel en l’honneur de la déclaration Balfour

IAF creates special website to follow Independence Day fly-overs

The fly-overs across the country will take place on during the later part of Thursday morning as part of the 71st Independence Day celebrations.

IAF aerobatic team over Jerusalem