On Tuesday, April 30.4.2025, 30.646, Yom HaZikaron, Israel honored the memory of the soldiers who died defending Israel, as well as the victims of terrorism, totaling 25.420 people, of whom 5.229 are Israeli soldiers, police officers, and members of the security forces, and XNUMX civilians who lost their lives due to war and terrorism.
The siren to commemorate the day sounded across the country, marking the beginning of the ceremonies and initiating a minute of silence and a cessation of all activity.
The events began in Jerusalem with a ceremony at the Yad Labanim memorial for fallen soldiers, where Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke, highlighting, among other things: "Our soldiers give their lives for the return of our beloved hostages, which is always, always, our main concern."
The main event took place at the Western Wall in Jerusalem, in the presence of Israeli President Isaac Herzog, who in his speech urged Israelis to work together for peace and unity throughout society.
As a sign of respect for the fallen soldiers, their names were projected onto the walls of Jerusalem's Old City throughout the night. Video HERE
Details from an article on the website Times of Israel. 29.4.2025