Immigrants in israel

Aliyah Ministry closes 2025 with 21,900 new immigrants, growth from France and UK

One third of this year’s olim were ages 18–35, the Aliyah and Integration Ministry and the Jewish Agency said, as interest surged and fairs drew tens of thousands worldwide.

Aliyah Ministry closes 2025 with 21,900 new immigrants, growth from France and UK AI
Micol Radzik on the Tayelet in Tel Aviv, 2019.

From visiting to belonging: Micol Radzik's path to aliyah

 New immigrants from USA and Canada arrive on a special " Aliyah Flight 2016" on behalf of Nefesh B'Nefesh organization, at Ben Gurion airport in central Israel on August 17, 2016.

Israel expected to advance aliyah emergency aid plan for applicants, new immigrants

 Ukrainian refugees are seen arriving in Israel as part of Operation Israeli Guarantee, on March 6, 2022.

Majority of Israel's ex-Soviet immigrants oppose Netanyahu, back draft law - poll


Israel’s Supreme Court blocks automatic citizenship for non-Jewish children of immigrants

The 6-1 decision by the Supreme Court overturns a precedent set only months earlier, and restores the Interior Ministry’s longstanding interpretation of the law.

Supreme Court justices preside over a hearing at the High Court of Justice in Jerusalem, December 1, 2025

Family of Haymanot Kasau says police failed, Shin Bet should find missing girl

The last time Haymanot Kasau was seen was near the absorption center in Safed, 647 days ago, when she was spotted on security camera footage at the center's entrance.

The Israel Police said it “failed the mission” to find Haymanot Kasau, an Ethiopian Israeli girl who has been missing since February 2024.

Anti-Aliyah demonstrations aim for destruction of Israel, are not against 'colonization' - analysis

The protests against Aliyah are of the same clarifying nature as the celebrations that erupted immediately in response to the October 7 Massacre. Their objective is Israel's death.

Pro-Palestinian protesters gather for a 'No Settlers on Stolen Land' protest outside the Park East Synagogue in Manhattan, hosted by Nefesh B'nefesh, an organization that helps American Jews immigrate to Israel, Nov. 19, 2025.

The Home of the Jewish People – Now More Than Ever

This year’s Aliyah Day is not just a look at a glorious past, but an invitation to shape the future

Edna Weinstock-Gabay, CEO and Director-General of Keren Hayesod

I’ll always feel like an outsider but my kids won’t - comment

In the vast sweep of Jewish history, the shift from Diaspora Jew to Sabra is a profound transformation.

Being an immigrant is a feeling and a designation that lasts forever.

A Holocaust survivor's aliyah story: Survival, rebuilding and healing

How can a 96-year-old who has been through so much leave his comfortable home to completely start over? It’s astounding to think of him beginning afresh at this point in his life.

JERRY STEIN, 96, is embraced by family members upon his recent aliyah.

Celebrating an 'Aliyanniversary': Despite the chaos, it's been a year with no regrets - opinion

Despite the unstable situation in Israel, we know we made the right decision to come. Personally, I appreciate the feeling of belonging that only teaching in Israel allows me.

THE WRITER and her husband make aliyah, one year ago.

What awaits new immigrants to Israel? A full spectrum of rights, support, and special benefits

From financial aid to free healthcare and Hebrew classes, Israel offers robust support to new olim

Ukrainian Jewish immigrants arrive at Ben Gurion airport in Tel Aviv, Israel, as part of an aliyah from Ukraine, on February 20, 2022.

Your investments: Financial tips for this summer’s Nefesh B’Nefesh olim

This week marked the touchdown of a Nefesh B’Nefesh (NBN) charter flight, bringing 225 olim (new immigrants) to Israel. How should they approach their new financial situation?

 New Olim celebrate arrival in Israel

Olim from former Soviet Union harmed by systemic failures despite high retention rate

Alex Reif: "It is a national waste that Israel is losing immigrants who wish to integrate due to basic failures in absorption."

 Ukrainian refugees are seen arriving in Israel as part of Operation Israeli Guarantee, on March 6, 2022.

Eilat Municipality will encourage new Israeli immigrants to begin their lives in the city

The Eilat Municipality will encourage new Israeli immigrants to begin their lives in the city and work in its hotel industry. A framework combining work incentives and housing is already in motion.

 POOLSIDE AT the Isrotel King Solomon, Eilat