National Independence

National independence refers to the full and formal sovereignty of a nation, whereby its government is the supreme authority for all persons and matters within its territory. This concept is often associated with the establishment of a state that is free from external control or influence, particularly from colonial or foreign powers. In Hebrew, the term is translated as עצמאות לאומית (atzmaut leumit). In other languages, it is known as independencia nacional in Spanish, indépendance nationale in French, and nationale Unabhängigkeit in German. Key contextual information includes the historical processes of decolonization, revolutionary movements, and the recognition of new states by international bodies such as the United Nations. National independence often involves the creation of a unique national identity, the establishment of independent political institutions, and the development of a distinct cultural and economic framework.