Making aliyah
If Israel wants mass aliyah, it must end its bureaucratic gatekeeping - opinion
What should have been a relatively simple process, has ended up being a non-ending nightmare of bureaucracy, almost meant to turn away new citizens by completely wearing them down.
Burning ambulances and trust: A breaking point for UK Jews - opinion
Aliyah Ministry closes 2025 with 21,900 new immigrants, growth from France and UK
Israel expected to advance aliyah emergency aid plan for applicants, new immigrants
The state of aliyah: What immigration to Israel looks like in 2025
Since October 2023, the number of new immigrants to Israel has swelled to 53,765, reflecting the growing desire of Jews from all over the world to make aliyah despite the war.
Making Aliyah on Aliyah Day: Sisters from New Jersey begin their next chapter in Israel
Barri and Susan Rifkin made their dream a reality and discovered their arrival in Israel coincided with the national day honoring Aliyah.
‘Our first in Israel’: The immigrants celebrating their first Rosh Hashanah as Israelis
We asked a few recent arrivals why they decided to make the move now, and how they feel about celebrating their first Rosh Hashanah as Israeli citizens.
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.
Scott Lawrence: The Manhattan doctor who became an accidental Zionist
Dr. Scott Lawrence reflects on his nearly 30 years in Israel, “My life is fantastic. This is prophecy fulfilled, and I feel blessed to be privileged to raise my family here.”
Bureaucratic battles: The struggles of new Israeli olim at the Interior Ministry
Daily bureaucratic obstacles can really take a toll on new immigrants who are trying to find their footing in a new country.
Jake Gillis: The man behind the 'Sababoosh' podcast
Since launching his Israeli culture podcast in February 2024, Jake Gillis has discovered that heroes and celebrities are often genuinely nice people even at eye level.
Gov’t debates bill proposal to cancel Law of Return Grandchild Clause
The committee decided to debate the proposal once again in a month’s time.
Undeterred by war, over 2,000 immigrants expected to arrive in Israel this summer
Over 100 new immigrants arrived in Israel this past week alone.
Heshy Engelsberg: A bumpy and painful aliyah journey, but with no regrets
Despite the challenges of daily life in Israel, with his apartment, and the culture-shock of adjusting to a new country, former New Yorker Heshy Engelsberg has no regrets.
