Israel kicks off 78th Independence Day festivities with annual torch-lighting ceremony – The Times of Israel

Israel kicks off 78th Independence Day festivities with annual torch-lighting ceremony  The Times of IsraelItamar Ben-Gvir leaves Independence Day ceremony after being asked to change seats  The Jerusalem PostTwelve Torches Representing the Twelve Disasters of Israel  HaaretzMarking Israel’s most joyous day with anguish over the country’s future  The ForwardDeceased hostage’s mother, injured soldier and Iranian immigrant light Independence Day torches  The Times of Israel