Jewish and Israeli Holidays
“We are still fighting to defend the very right of our people to live in safety and security,” said Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations.
“The Jewish community has contributed immeasurably to the film and television industry,” Richard Hirschhaut, of AJC Los Angeles, told JNS.
The U.K. head of state said London was “all too aware of the immense pain and suffering still being endured by those who remain hostage in Gaza.”
“Israel would make a mistake in thinking that South Africa is an enemy,” Chief Rabbi Warren Goldstein tells JNS.
Jerusalem’s ambassador emphasized aspirations for expanding the Abraham Accords.
Eyal Zamir stated in no uncertain terms that the Israeli military is ready to deal Hamas a “decisive blow.”
The Memorial Day ceremony held at the Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem was a beautiful, sorrowful tribute to the bereaved families of the servicemen and women who were killed over the past 18 months.
“On our 77th Day of Independence, the wonder of Israel’s revival continues to thrill us,” said the premier.
A new rendition of the iconic Israeli anthem “Chai” brings together a diverse and poignant group of participants.
On the eve of the country’s 77th birthday, the population of Israel was 10.094 million; a year-on-year increase of 1.4%.
“It’s an opportunity to engage new people,” says Ben Cook, director of marketing operations for Jewish National Fund-USA, and “to celebrate all things Israel.”
