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IDF confirms Gaza Commonwealth war cemetery damaged in operation to destroy Hamas terror tunnels
The IDF's operation to dismantle Hamas tunnels in Gaza has damaged a Commonwealth military cemetery, raising concerns about the preservation of war graves and the handling of sensitive sites.
Israel might be on verge of burial crisis with cemeteries struggling for burial space
Matti Caspi laid to rest as family and artists gather to honor his legacy
IDF recovers remains of final hostage Ran Gvili after covert operations in northern Gaza
New Defense Ministry app helps locate graves of IDF fallen soldiers
It allows the public to easily locate and navigate to specific grave sites in one of Israel's military cemeteries, some of which cover huge areas and are difficult to navigate.
Mystery as old as Israel: Who is the little girl buried with Hahagana fighter?
An eight-year-old girl was buried with a fallen Hahagan fighter in 1948, but nothing is known about her.
Israel to mark Remembrance Day amidst sharp controversy
Few ministers cancel participation in ceremonies following bereaved families’ requests
Israeli leaders have a duty to attend Remembrance Day ceremonies, Benny Gantz says
Many bereaved families especially oppose the participation in ceremonies of Knesset members or ministers who did not serve in the IDF.
Arye Deri pitches 50% off graves to impoverished Holocaust survivors
A third of Holocaust survivors in Israel live under the poverty line, according to the Foundation for the Welfare of Holocaust Victims.
Israel Remembrance Day: Politicians to attend services - Gallant
Government and Knesset representatives usually speak at ceremonies at military cemeteries throughout the country on Remembrance Day. The defense minister insisted that they speak this year as well.
Memorial Day: Family of fallen soldier won't visit son's grave in protest of gov't
The family of Yossi Garciani wants to avoid running into politicians on Memorial Day and placed a sign on the grave, writing that they would not come to visit.
Jerusalem terror attack: Rephael Ben Eliyahu laid to rest
Seven people were murdered in the terror attack on Friday in Neve Yaakov in Jerusalem.
20 ancient tombs uncovered at site in northern Egypt
The tombs were found at a massive necropolis, used to bury the dead since nearly 2,500 years ago.
Doctor at his mother's funeral provides CPR to woman in cardiac arrest
Woman in her 80s collapses in Haifa cemetery, doctor provides CPR, forced to determine her death
