Critics noted that the video ignored the expulsion of Jewish populations from multiple Arab countries after Israel’s establishment.

Watch and get a taste of how Israeli Independence Day started and is celebrated around the world, from the street parties and ceremonies in Israel to festivals all around the world.

The United Nations’ World Happiness Report ranks Israel eighth for 2026.

'Israelis live every day with constant threats from uncivilized savages like Hamas seeking to murder civilians and destroying even the trees,' wrote Mike Huckabee amid rampant calls on Arabic media to commit arson.

IAF aircraft join 155 firefighting teams as about 4,700 acres burn near Jerusalem; international help en route, arrests made in suspected arson.

American political commentator praises the 'heroes and dreamers' of Israel 'who stand as a united wall against the enemies of Western civilization.'

Israeli soldiers in Gaza recite the Jewish 'Hallel' prayer thanking God for salvation.

Banner calling for arson circulated online hours before the fires erupted, just ahead of Israel's Independence Day.

IDF soldiers stationed in Gaza celebrated Independence Day with a flurry of fireworks.

This year, the live event was canceled due to the weather, with the prerecorded general rehearsal broadcast instead.

Several communities were evacuated and firefighting crews were deployed to battle the blaze.

On finding out she will be carrying the torch at Israel's Independence Day ceremony, freed hostage Emily Damari shares message of light and inspiration.

Palestinian Authority reiterates its refusal to acknowledge Israel's existence, with Chairman Mahmoud Abbas dismissing Israel's statehood as a "big lie.

In 1948, the Jews achieved one of the most remarkable and inspiring accomplishments in human history. Take a quick look at Israel today, 68 years later, to know that our little country in an ongoing story of daily miracles!

Despite ongoing conflict, Israel forges ahead with its Independence Day celebrations, adapting traditions to honor heroes and maintain national spirit.

Israel’s Memorial Day honoring fallen soldiers and terror victims is held the day before.

Israel celebrates it's 75th Independence Day with the annual traditional flyover traditional flyover.

'We've become the example of how you build something seemingly from nothing.'

'As a life-long friend and supporter of the State of Israel, I have worked my entire career to deepen and strengthen our partnership,' said the U.S. president.

Israeli photography teachers volunteered to celebrate and bring awareness to parasports athletes in honor of Independence Day.

Berman’s Flags and Embroidery was founded in Jerusalem in 1944 by Polish refugees, producing Israeli and other types of flags for special occasions.

For Jewish Ukrainians fleeing the war, this marks the first time they will be able to personally experience the words of Israel’s national anthem Hatikva: ‘To be a free nation in our land.’

Israel has 9,327,000 citizens, more than 11 times its population of 806,000 at the time of the establishment of the modern Jewish state in 1948.

Muslim nurse who said Shema with dying Jewish patient to light Independence Day torch in Israel's Yom Ha'atzmaut celebrations.

Israel has won many wars, including the war on the pandemic, allowing its citizens to go out again and celebrate!

Twenty years ago professor Gil Troy wrote a powerful essay “Why I am a Zionist.” His message just as relevant and important today.

The Jewish state is celebrating 72 years of independence - just a little differently this year.

In honor of Israel's 70th anniversary, communities around the world united to sing the Jewish state's national anthem, 'Hativka.'

When Jews ascend the Temple Mount, it awakens feelings of joy, gratitude and recognition that the ancient prophecies are being fulfilled in our day.

'Trust us. We are standing watch over the walls and ensuring quiet. And maybe also deterring those who watch us from the side.'

In celebration of the 70th anniversary of the State of Israel, 15 choirs around the world sang a moving rendition of an ancient Jewish prayer for peace.

'Let's sing together,' Rivlin said. 'Religious, secular, Arabs, Jews, soldiers, women, men, children, let's put aside everything that divides us – it'll be fun!'

During an Israeli Independence Day aerial show, the IAF will be joined by fighter planes from Greece and Italy, and other aircraft from Poland, Canada, England, and Austria.

As Israel approaches it's 70th birthday, here's a peek back in time at significant milestones which shaped the country into the amazing nation it is today.

In less than half a year, the State of Israel will celebrate 70 years of independence. The IDF's message: 'If you will it, it is no dream.'

Wouldn’t all the money and effort spent building Holocaust museums be better spent on Jewish education with the goal of Aliyah?

World leaders have asked Netanyahu for the secret to Israel's success, and he goes ahead and reveals that secret!

Nefesh b'Nefesh urges Jews in the diaspora to join the people of Israel in the Jewish homeland - or to put it simply, to 'come home.'

Israel is celebrating its 69th birthday. Festivities, beginning in the evening, continue throughout the day. Happy Birthday Israel!

Jerusalem Post’s Barbara Sofer lists 68 reasons to be proud of Israel as it celebrates its 68th Independence Day; JNF Missions transcend the boundaries of a standard trip and provide participants with a deeper connection to the land and people of Israel, and much more.