Emigration
Who should get to vote? Plans for 70,000 Israelis abroad to fly home for election sparks debate
It began with a column by Makor Rishon editor-in-chief Kalman Libeskind, who argued Israelis who have permanently moved abroad should think twice before flying back to help choose the next gov't.
Nearly one-fifth of citizens considered leaving Israel over past two years, KAN poll finds
High-tech workers, doctors leaving: Emigration wave hits Israel’s top income decile
MK Kariv warns of emigration 'tsunami' as study shows nearly 270,000 people left Israel since 2023
'Tsunami’ of citizens chose to leave Israel in past years, Knesset report reveals
"Israel’s population decreased by 29,700 citizens due to emigration; in 2023, by 58,600 people; and in 2024, up to August, by 36,900 Israelis," a Knesset Research and Information Center member said.
Rosh Hashanah 2025: Israeli population crosses 10 million ahead of Jewish New Year
Jews and others account for roughly 7.76 million residents, or 78.5% of the total population, while Arabs number approximately 2.13 million, representing 21.5%.
Israel grapples with dwindling returnees as bureaucracy, national debates deter citizens abroad
From healthcare restrictions to a lack of support, Israeli migrants explained what is keeping them from returning home.
Israel should provide Gazans with the freedom to choose emigration - opinion
This sort of strategic maneuver would have far-reaching implications.
Main thing stopping Gaza emigration is host countries, Netanyahu says
"We are destroying more and more homes, they have nowhere to return to. The only inevitable outcome will be the desire of Gazans to emigrate outside of the Gaza Strip," Netanyahu stated.
Rabbis from 40 countries strategize mass Israeli expat surge after Oct. 7
Over 100 Chabad rabbis gathered last week in Montenegro to discuss the mass migration of tens of thousands of Israelis following Oct. 7.
Sharp rise in Israeli emigration raises fears of brain drain, CBS data shows - opinion
Israeli emigration has doubled in two years, leading experts to urge the government to create stronger ties with citizens abroad.
Most Palestinians would relocate from Gaza strip if given opportunity
Most respondents were in favor of temporary relocation, with some seeking permanent relocation and a small minority in favor of sending relatives abroad.
Israel is strong enough to handle increased emigration - opinion
A pragmatic approach is needed that maintains ties with emigrants and their younger generations.
Individuals leaving Israel should not face criticism - opinion
One of the basic rights of the individual in a liberal democracy is the right to emigrate. Anyone who finds the situation unbearable has the right to leave without being branded a traitor.
