This morning (Monday), soldiers and fighters from the Golani Reconnaissance Battalion (Gadsar Golani), Battalion 224 of the 2nd Brigade, who participated in the ground maneuver in southwestern Lebanon, arrived at the Western Wall Plaza to recite the “HaGomel” blessing and the “Psalm of Thanksgiving” after fighting terrorists in Lebanon and returning safely. Together, they offered a heartfelt prayer for the success of IDF soldiers and security forces fighting on various fronts and for the safe return of the hostages soon. They concluded with the singing of “Hatikvah.”

April 2025 events in Israel.
Eliyah Cohen, Released from Hamas Captivity, Blessed Tens of Thousands during Birkat Kohanim
With the participation of hostage families: Over 50,000 people attended the first Birkat Kohanim (Priestly Blessing) ceremony this morning