Promotional video distributed in honor of Independence Day presenting timeline of the state lauds achievements large and small, but some very important aspects of history are conspicuously absent.

Israeli society has changed over the years, and so too has the wording of letters sent to the bereaved families of Israel's fallen soldiers.

For lovers of Israel, the Oscar-nominated film is like a waterboarding of the soul. It is relentless. And It should be required viewing for all.

Dror Moreh denies accusing Netanyahu of direct blame for Rabin assassination but says there is 'no forgiveness' for PM’s 'central role in campaign of incitement.'

Dror Moreh, who directed the Oscar-nominated documentary 'The Gatekeepers,' also says that American Jews' unyielding support for Israel is harmful to its future.

Or at least so says Wikipedia's list of the most popular entries in various languages.

There was only one time that the Labor changed its ways − when Yitzhak Rabin courageously joined forces with the Arab representatives. Rabin paid for this with his life. Since then, Labor, too, has sought a Jewish majority when it came to important decisions.

In a dramatic press conference, the Defense Minister, who has seen a recent spike in popularity following Operation Pillar of Defense, announces he will not run in the upcoming Israeli elections; Netanyahu says he respects Barak's decision.

If Peres wants to go down in Jewish history as a great leader he cannot afford to stand idly by. There is nothing this nation needs more than a seasoned guide to preach a bit of morality from his authoritative pulpit.

This excellent museum tells the story of the State of Israel through the life story of Yitzhak Rabin, the leader who experienced it all and died 17 years ago this week.