The IDF decided not to hold the Air Force aircraft and flotilla in Eilat on Independence Day. This is "in light of The army's focus on the war and in accordance with the recommendation of the commander of the navy and the Commander of the air force," an IDF spokesman said.

The IDF understands that this is a complex year in which to hold celebrations, especially when the war in Gaza is still ongoing, and tried to find a state way to honor the events alongside the complexity.