News for Israel Independence Day 67 Bridge of Strings Lit Up for Independence DayBridge at entrance to Jerusalem will be lit up with Star of David installation and soft music every night, but Friday, for next two months. President Rivlin Hosts ‘All Israel from Jerusalem’Beginning with military flyover and awards for IDF soldiers, "All Israel from Jerusalem" ceremony kicks off at Presidential Garden. Ban Ki-Moon Tries ShakshoukaUN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon and Israeli Ambassador Ron Prosor share Israeli egg dish in honor of Israel's 67th Independence Day. IAF Aerial Salute Over Israel BeginsA flyover across Israel as well aerobotic demonstrations at Air Force bases will be held on Independence Day between 9:40 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Cold Independence Day, But Summer on its WayLow temperatures and heavy winds will hit Israel as it celebrates Independence Day on Thursday, with local rain also a possibility. Canada's PM Reaffirms Commitment to IsraelCanada’s Prime Minister Stephen Harper says his government "remains resolute in our commitment to defend Israel". Knesset Speaker Calls for UnityKnesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein says Israel should be turned into a "spectacular mosaic". Netanyahu: In Israel, Freedom is SacrosanctPrime Minister's greeting for Independence Day 2015 focuses on freedom, dedication to human rights. Kotel: Hundreds Attend Independence Day PrayerRabbi Uri Sherki, who ended shiva for his murdered son, leads emotional prayer session to bridge Memorial, Independence Days. Watch: Official Independence Day CelebrationsThe tears of Memorial Day make way for the joy of freedom as Israel's 67th Independence Day kicks off. Spike in IDF Volunteers in 2014Marked rise in volunteers from abroad since 2011; 25% are Americans. Exports Soared 9400% Since 1948Israel's economic growth has skyrocketed in 67 years - and experts say buying 'Made in Israel' products is key. 27,933 New Immigrants' First Independence DayNew Israelis from Ukraine, France, Russia, US and elsewhere join in the celebrations as Israel prepares to celebrate 67 years. Israel's Population Now 8.345 MillionIndependence Day census: 176,000 babies were born and 32,000 people immigrated in 2014; Israel now has 6.251 million Jews. Defense Minister: Israel Can Rely on IDFSpeaking at toast for Independence Day, Moshe Ya'alon praises IDF general staff for their professionalism and experience. 'Anti-Zionist Arab Lights Independence Day Torch'Police set severe limitations on Lehava group's protest against Arab torch lighter, set to occur during national ceremony. Toronto Salutes the IDF for Independence DayDocumentary film 'Beneath the Helmet' exposing the life of new recruits comes to Canada, with a special screening timed for Israel's b-day. |
