US EditionIsrael marks its Memorial Day for fallen soldiers as the war in Gaza drags on
- Israel marked its Memorial Day on April 24, 2025, in Jerusalem, honoring fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism amid the ongoing Gaza war.
- The commemoration follows the brutal Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, and comes during the longest war Israel has ever waged, now over 18 months.
- A special online event, Voices of Valor, on April 28 featured interviews with soldiers, survivors, medical responders, and international supporters discussing resilience and humanitarian efforts.
- Speakers included IDF officers who led critical missions, survivors turned leaders, and global figures like U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee emphasizing support against antisemitism and for Israel.
- The remembrance and events highlight Israel's ongoing struggle, honoring over 800 fallen personnel this war, while aiming to inspire unity and strength amid conflict and uncertainty.
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Israel marks its Memorial Day for fallen soldiers as the war in Gaza drags on
As Israel commemorates its Memorial Day for fallen soldiers, it is reckoning with the resumption of fighting in Gaza. Now more than 18 months long, it's the longest war Israel has ever waged.
Israel marks second Memorial Day since outbreak of Gaza war
In three very different ceremonies, people found ways to express their grief and loss, from October 7, from the Gaza war, and from the rest of Israel's wars since it was founded. The heightened tension of the war did not escape any of them
Voices of Valor: Israel marks Memorial Day with tributes to October 7 survivors and d
As Israel marks Memorial Day and Independence Day, the Voices of Valor event will honor October 7 heroes and highlight global allies who stood with Israel; produced by Ynet Global, ILTV News and Israel+, the program features tributes, interviews and panels with soldiers, survivors and international supporters
To live and die for Israel: An outsider's perspective on Remembrance Day
… in America, which is more about barbeques and clothing sales. In Israel … affiliation. If you belong to Israel, then its fallen belong … in the national identity of Israel, serving as the beating … most other places, but in Israel, it reflects the deep …
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