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Israel’s ceremonial president calls for unity on Memorial Day

Israel’s national Memorial Day ceremony took place on the evening of April 29, 2025, at the Western Wall in Jerusalem, attended by President Isaac Herzog and key military leaders.
The event followed ongoing conflict with Hamas in Gaza and the continued captivity of approximately 59 Israeli hostages, which President Herzog and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir addressed during their speeches.
The ceremony featured a countrywide one-minute siren, candle lighting, and tributes to fallen soldiers and bereaved families from Jewish, Druze, and Bedouin communities, emphasizing unity and shared national responsibility.
Herzog urged Israelis to overcome political divisions, stating, "Enough division!" and warning that internal discord threatens Israel’s future, while Zamir reinforced the IDF’s commitment to defend the state and bring hostages home.
The ceremony highlighted ongoing national resilience amid conflict, underscoring Israel’s determination to protect its sovereignty and unity despite external threats and internal challenges.

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