Jewish and Israeli Holidays
The president’s call for a national Shabbat “celebrates our religion and it refocuses on our job to become a light unto the nations,” Rabbi Steven Burg of Aish told JNS.
The Israeli consul general in New York told JNS that this year was the first time the Jewish state held an Independence Day celebration in New York City under a mayor who doesn’t recognize it.
“Celebrate responsibly,” said Israel’s Fire and Rescue Authority.
Police enforce road closures and warn of zero tolerance for violence following online incitement.
The event will take place “in a symbolic format only” due to Hezbollah attacks.
Counter-demonstrators called for the destruction of the State of Israel.
Mike Evans honors pro-Israel advocates, highlights US president’s support at Jerusalem Independence Day event.
As 14 Israelis are honored with the Jewish state’s top award, U.S. President Donald Trump becomes the first noncitizen laureate.
“Our actions dramatically weakened the radical axis in the Middle East led by Iran. All of the Middle East, Europe and the world enjoy the fruit of our actions even when they condemn them,” stated Gideon Sa’ar.
120 soldiers honored at President’s Residence ceremony marking 78th Independence Day.
“Today we stand shoulder to shoulder with our indispensable partner,” said the American envoy to Jerusalem.
In video address, PM highlights unity and strength of Israel and the Jewish people.
