Yom Hazikaron , held this year on April 22 , is Israel 's official Mount Herzel traditionally dedicated to fallen soldiers . Sirens blasted across the country at 11am marking a two-minute silence for people to pray and pay their respects . Shoppers , drivers , classrooms and workplaces all come to standstill during emotional remembrance day .
Yom Hazikaron , held this year on April 22 , is Israel 's official Memorial Day traditionally dedicated to fallen soldiers . Sirens blasted across the country at 11am marking a two-minute silence for people to pray and pay their respects . Shoppers , drivers , classrooms and workplaces all come to standstill during emotional remembrance day .