As the sun sets this evening, let us give thanks for all those who gave the ultimate sacrifice so that we might celebrate 75 years of one of the greatest miracles of the modern era.
Emerging from shadow of virus, Israel celebrates 73rd Independence Day
After last year s subdued events, Israelis take to beaches and parks to grill, meet and view annual IAF flyover, festive flotilla between Herzliya and Tel Aviv; Rivlin hosts traditional Yom Haatzmaut ceremony for outstanding soldiers
Udi Edzion, Itamar Eichner |
Published: 04.15.21 , 10:45
Celebrations for Israel s 73rd Independence Day continued Thursday with events, performances and parties all over the country, after the opening ceremony in Jerusalem on Wednesday night marked a return to live events after a year of pandemic regulations.
Events include the annual Independence Day flyover by the Israel Air Force, soaring above every city in the country, a festive flotilla making its way between Herzliya and Tel Aviv, and the traditional Yom Haatzmaut ceremony for outstanding soldiers hosted by President Reuven Rivlin at his Jerusalem residence.