Remembrance Day

Israelis must refrain from violence, even if we disagree - comment

This wasn’t a protest – it was an attack on the very idea that coexistence is possible. On the eve of a day meant for national unity, these rioters chose division, hate, and violence.

 Right-wing protesters scream in opposition at the joint Israeli-Palestinian Remembrance Day ceremony in Jaffa
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Why Israel makes me smile: Reflections on life, culture, and connection - opinion

 WE REMEMBER: Family and friends mourn as Maj. Dvir Zion Revah is laid to rest on Jerusalem’s Mount Herzl, Jan. 7. Revah, 28, was killed in combat in the Gaza Strip

Israel's 'Ten Days of Deliverance' were more difficult this year - opinion

 AERIAL VIEW of damage caused to Park Canada forest by massive wildfires, May 3

Israel's fire still burns: Reflecting on the symbolism of our remembrance days - opinion


New memorial wall unveiled honoring 466 fallen kibbutz members

The site, located in the Megiddo Regional Council, has long served as a national tribute to kibbutz members who died in wars or acts of terror.

 The newly established fifth wall with the names of 466 fallen kibutzim members

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)

Former hostage Emily Damari shares testimony about her time in captivity

In the video, Damari recounted how she and Romi Gonen realized, while in captivity, that the day had marked Israel's Remembrance Day.

 Emily Damari pre surgery holding hand up, March 2, 2025.

MDA volunteer in Toronto honors fallen paramedic in Remembrance Day ceremony

“As part of my responsibilities during my year of service in Jewish communities abroad, I am tasked with sharing the stories of our heroes,” Ofir Bar said.

 Ofir Bar, a 19-year-old Magen David Adom (MDA) volunteer, paid tribute this week to fallen paramedic Amit Man during a Remembrance Day ceremony in Toronto

Israel marks Remembrance Day at Western Wall in Jerusalem

"Perhaps more than ever, the sound of this memorial siren is also a true alarm, commanding us to unite and to come together," President Isaac Herzog said.

 IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir at the Western Wall during the Remembrance Day ceremony, April 29, 2025.

Panic at Tel Aviv Remembrance Day ceremony after security guards arrested

An additional arrest was made during the siren in Jerusalem.

Tel Aviv Remembrance Day ceremony.

PM Netanyahu's convoy hits motorcyclist

The motorcyclist, a 17-year-old boy, was taken to the hospital in mild condition, United Hatzalah announced.

 The prime minister's convoy was involved in a car accident, April 29, 2025.

WATCH: Remembrance Day ceremony for Israel's fallen soldiers at Yad LaBanim

At the ceremony, Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana was interrupted by a bereaved father who said Ohana "did not deserve to speak about my son."

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with a bereaved father at the Remembrance Day ceremony at Yad LaBanim, Jerusalem, April 29. 2025.

As critics abroad sit in comfort, at gravesides Israelis reaffirm need for strength - editorial

The world may judge harshly today, but history will remember who stood for life and who exploited suffering for political gain.

Yom HaZikaron Mount Herzl 2 390

Leave politics out of Remembrance Day - opinion

Remembrance Day exists for the entire people – one day a year when the nation collectively expresses gratitude to the fallen and stands in solidarity with the families left behind.

 MOUNT HERZL Military Cemetery in Jerusalem: The national Remembrance Day exists for the entire people – one day a year when the nation collectively expresses gratitude to the fallen and stands in solidarity with the families left behind, the writer states.