Updated: May 13, 2024 at 11:46 AM
Israelis observe Memorial Day in Jerusalem (14 images)
By Wade Sheridan
Israeli leaders and soldiers pay their respects while observing Memorial Day, known as Yom HaZikaron, in Jerusalem on Monday. Israel marks its Memorial Day for fallen soldiers and victims of attacks starting at sundown on Sunday. Independence Day then begins Monday evening.
Mossad intelligence agency chief David Barnea lays a wreath during a ceremony marking Memorial Day for fallen soldiers of Israel's wars and victims of attacks at Jerusalem's Mount Herzl military cemetery on May 13, 2024. Pool photo by Gil Cohen-Magen/UPI
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Israeli army chief Herzi Halevi gives a salute. Pool photo by Gil Cohen-Magen/UPI
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A soldier stands in front of a grave. Israel will celebrate it's 76th Independence Day at sunset Monday in the midst of the war with Hamas. Photo by Debbie Hill/UPI
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