Commander of elite Yamam unit, who can only be identified by his first initial, is expected to obscure his appearance with a wig and sunglasses during the official state ceremony

Adi Guzi, who helped rescue Shira Isakov from being murdered by her husband, says she wants women to know there's a way out

Gabriella Strigler Lou, from the 'Shalom Corps' non-profit, chosen for honor at annual ceremony to serve as 'inspiration for social action' in Israel and abroad

Spiritual mentor Yaish Giat will wish that 'our nation love one another, that people will respect one another'

Cheerful Renee Abitbul honored at annual torch-lighting ceremony for her 18 years of volunteer work in Jerusalem hospital; urges others to follow her example

Officials from National Security Council and Defense Ministry said considering strict restrictions amid fears of crowding, infections at cemeteries and memorial ceremonies

Lori Palatnik's Momentum 'works tirelessly to strengthen Jewish identity and connection to Israel through young mothers in their communities,' minister says

Regev says for first time public will only be able to view traditional ceremony marking end of Memorial Day on TV, internet; announces aid to artists, entertainment industry

Oded Aligon refuses to apologize after attacking former beauty queen and women's rights advocate Linor Abargil for wearing a head covering 'with a tight and very sexy' outfit

Marie Nahmias spent her life raising unwanted, disabled children after 'God heard her prayer' for her wounded soldier son. Lighting Independence Day torch, she enthralled a nation