Jewish School in Gondar, Ethiopia Closes as Aliyah Ends

Jewish Agency Chairman Natan Sharansky on Monday turned over the keys to the Jewish school of Gondar, Ethiopia, to the town’s mayor as the...

IDF Lone Soldiers Use ‘Yom Sidurim’ to Get Driver’s License, Others Check Out Schools,...

“Military service in the IDF is difficult and challenging for every soldier, and even more so for Lone Soldiers."

Report: 10% of Israeli Public Servants Are Olim

166 Ethiopian Israelis have been recruited to the police force over the past two years, and today 613 police officers are Ethiopian.

Nominate Exceptional Olim from English Speaking Countries for Nefesh B’nefesh Annual Prize

“Each year we are amazed by the breadth and quality of the English speaking Olim who have had an enormous impact on the development of Israel."

Bnei Menashe Children Celebrate Their First Shavuot in Israel

Bnei Menashe children who made Aliyah with their families on May 26, celebrate their first Israeli Shavuot.

Jewish Agency Bids Farewell to Chairman Natan Sharansky

Sharansky will continue his service training and supporting the Jewish Agency shlichim (emissaries).

Someone Should Tell IfNotNow: Birthright Cancelled Israel Trips

Birthright resumed its trips to Israel in May, having suspended them for 14-months because of the pandemic.

Aliyah and “Pioneering” at Gush Etzion’s Mt. Kanub Farm

One hundred and fifty new immigrants gathered this week at the Mount Kanub Farm in southeastern Gush Etzion for a “pioneering” event, planting trees, working in the vineyards, feeding sheep and working the soil with their hands.

Israel Proposing Expedited FBI Background Completion for US Aliyah Applicants

Recent regulations require every US adult applicant for immigration to Israel to complete an FBI background check.

Rabbi Yisrael Rosen: No More Ethiopian Immigrants

Each time MK Neguise, or foreign governments, or righteous lobbyists ask for another quota of Ethiopian immigrants who are Christian, not Jewish, they promise this is the last time.

President Rivlin to GA: Wall of Tears and Joy Now Symbol of Division, Disagreement

“The State of Israel was, and will always be, the home of every Jew: Orthodox, Reform, Conservative, secular, traditional, Ashkenazi, Sephardi. Jews. We are all one people, and Israel is dear to all of us.”

180 Ethiopian Olim Arrive in Israel, Part of Ongoing Operation Tzur Israel

95,000 Ethiopians have immigrated to Israel since the establishment of the state.

First French-Jewish Families Arrive in Israel After Paris Terror Attacks

The first two French Jewish families to move to Israel since Friday’s ISIS terrorist attacks arrived Monday.

Israel Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks State From Transferring FATCA Info to IRS

Ex-pat Americans faced with reporting all of their financial and personal banking information may still have some privacy.

Central Elections Committee to be Chaired by US-Born Judge

The new chairman takes on his new role at a particularly turbulent time in Israeli politics, as the nation prepares for an unprecedented third round of elections.

The Real Deal: Nefesh B’Nefesh Aliyah Mega Events

From March 3rd through the 10th, Nefesh B'Nefesh will be holding Aliyah Mega Events and Fairs in New York, Baltimore, Washington, Miami, Toronto and Montreal. These mega events are for everyone who wants to hear it like it really is.

Roman Abramovich, Chelsea Soccer Club Owner, Now Official Israeli, Comes Home

The 51-year-old billionaire received his blue Israeli identity card (teudat oleh) under Israel's Law of Return after having applied for citizenship last week while still abroad.

Unprecedented Participation Expected in Birthright Winter Program

More than 17,000 Jewish young adults will participate in the Taglit-Birthright Israel free 10-day tours this season, the largest number of winter participants for Birthright since...

Tax Authority Wants Halt on Exemptions to Olim, Returning Israelis, with Earnings Abroad

Potential olim and returning citizens would be more reluctant to come to Israel if they foresee disputes with the Tax Authority.

Nefesh B’Nefesh to Host Online Mega Aliyah and Employment Fair Sunday

The Mega Aliyah Event is open to the public, regardless of age, residence, and level of Aliyah interest.

Torah Scroll and New-Born Baby Survived Two-Year Escape to Israel

Zehava was born during her family’s two-year ordeal en route to Israel. She was born on the way. Two of her brothers died. She survived. So did her father’s Torah scroll. Today, she is an IDF officer.

Large Majority of Israelis Support More Benefits to New Immigrants

A large majority of Israelis are willing to support an increase in benefits to help new immigrants succeed.

Rising Anti-Semitism Driving Jews to Israel

The majority of last year's new immigrants to Israel came from Russia and Ukraine. An increase this year is expected to include France.

Report: Coalition to Amend ‘Grandson Clause’ in Early 2023

In two months, Bezalel Smotrich is going to submit a bill amending the Law of Return to yank out the halakhic gentiles.

Nefesh B’Nefesh Signs 14 Summer Group Flights with EL AL

The announcement comes in the wake of an unprecedented increase in Aliyah interest from North American Jews.

Jewish Youth Stream to Europe to Mark 120-Yr Anniversary of World Zionist Congress [video]

Participants included 120 counselors and delegates from WBA groups across Europe.

Nefesh B’Nefesh Launches Virtual Mega Aliyah Event Featuring Real Aliyah Opportunities

The Aliyah group will provide online informational sessions to nearly 1,000 pre-registered participants in lieu of this year’s New Jersey mega Aliyah event.

110 Ukraine Jews Arrive on IFJC Refugee Rescue Flight

More than 100 Jews began new lives in Israel after arriving Tuesday on a special IFJC refugee rescue aliyah flight from Ukraine.

More than 1,500 Attend Biggest Ever Nefesh B’Nefesh Manhattan Aliyah Fair

Participants were invited to choose from more than 50 sessions, workshops and one-on-one meetings on topics ranging from home buying and education to professional licensing and health insurance.

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