Tag: aliyah
New Olim Arrive in Israel Despite Regional Tensions
Later this summer, a full Nefesh B’Nefesh (NBN) aliyah charter flight is expected to arrive in Israel from North America.
Miriam Tawil–Jews Worldwide are Connected; We Are One National Collective Soul
Miriam Tawil, founder and director of Midreshet Eshel, a Sephardic seminary in Eretz Israel, shares with us about the connection between Israeli Jews and Jews who live outside of Israel (diaspora Jews).
Knesset Reduces Real Estate Tax for New Immigrants
All Israelis, including new immigrants, are exempt from real estate tax on the first NIS 1.98 million on the purchase of a first home.
French Couple Make Aliyah to Honor Son Who Fell in Gaza
Lucien and Marlene Elmkayes have chosen to live in Jerusalem “to ensure that the light of our son’s life will continue to shine despite his death.”
Nowhere Else to Go
I feel ashamed from the gigantic sign that has been posted at the entrance to Herzliya. It’s a quote from Golda Meir...
Israeli Officials Encourage ‘Aliyah’ While Affirming US Jewish Communities Strong
“We’re absolutely not competing. We are completing each other,” said Ron Brummer, deputy director general at the Israeli Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism.
The Band-Aid Aliyah Conception
Their goal is to continue learning in peace at Columbia University in New York. No mention of Aliyah in their long letter.
The Failure of Diaspora Leadership
Their goal is to continue learning in peace at Columbia University in New York. No mention of Aliyah in their long letter.
Bring our People Home! – A Letter to Minister Chikli
In the name of many veteran olim from the West who are now Aliyah activists, we wish you great success in the critical challenge before you.
Aliyah Commandos: President Herzog – It Isn’t Enough to Say “We Hear You”
Today, the State of Israel is at a crucial crossroads.
Israel Sees Increase in Aliyah Since October 7 Attack
Since October 7, 2023, a total of 12,745 immigrants have immigrated to Israel.
More than 400 Doctors and Dentists Attend Aliyah Fair in Paris
The MedEx campaign aims to recruit 2,000 physicians to address Israel's shortage.
Moving to Israel, Is It Worth It?
Millions of religious Jews have never even entertained the thought of making Aliyah to Israel. How can that be? Isn't it our Homeland?
Surge in Aliyah Applications Since War Began
Some 6,500 new immigrants came to Israel since the Hamas massacre.
700 North Americans Make Aliyah Following Oct. 7 Attacks
Over 200 olim landed at Ben-Gurion Airport in the last week of 2023.
French Aliyah Skyrocketing Since Start of October 7th War
By 1 pm Paris time, 1,045 people were already there. Young families, students, those before enlistment age and after; everyone was there.
Every Jew Belongs in Israel
There’s only one difference between leaving Egypt, jumping into the sea, entering the land, and today - today, coming to the modern state of Israel is a whole lot more fun.
Masa Medical Immigrants Can Replace Hippocratic Anarchists
Thousands of doctors streamed into Jerusalem last month to attend a rally organized by the Israel Medical Association (IMA) against a vote on the planned judicial reforms.
Israel Speeds up Aliyah Process, Once You’re in Israel
Olim will receive ID cards at the airport.
New Jersey Couple Ages 101 and 97 Arrive in Israel on Aliyah
They were greeted upon their arrival at the Ben Gurion International Airport Arrivals Hall by their five grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren who are living in Israel.
Planeload of Ukrainian Jewish Refugees Arrive in Israel From Ukraine’s ‘Living Hell’
The new Israeli citizens were greeted by Minister of Immigrant Absorption Ofir Sofer, IFCJ President Yael Eckstein, and other dignitaries.
Israel to Allocate $5.8 Million to Boost Hebrew Learning for New Olim
A dire shortage of teachers has led to a six-month waiting list for immigrants looking to be accepted to schools to begin learning Hebrew.
2022 Immigration Leads to Decline in Israel’s Jewish Majority
The Jewish majority has shrunk by 10% over the last 30 years, Central Bureau of Statistics data shows.
Vast Majority of Israelis Say Diaspora Jews Need to Come Home
Researchers found that nearly 82 percent of those surveyed believe Israel is the safest place in the world for Jews today.
Gush Etzion Named as Top Destination for New Olim
The Gush offers new immigrants: Hebrew ulpan classes, special gatherings and events, trips, and events focused on the 60+ community.
Made Aliyah? No Passport for You Without Proof of Presence
Deri: "We should give status and a passport only to those who are settling in Israel, not to those looking to get benefits they’re not entitled to."
Israel’s Population Approaches 10M as 2022 Draws to a Close
A total 73.6 percent (7.106 million) Israelis are Jewish; 21.1 percent are Arabs (2.037 million) and 5.3 percent (513,000) are various others.
WATCH: 2022 Sylvan Adams Nefesh B’Nefesh Bonei Zion Prize Awards
“There is no better way to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Nefesh B’Nefesh than by recognizing the incredible Olim who are continuously building the Jewish state.”
Nefesh B’Nefesh Hosts 700 Olim in Thanksgiving Dinners
The largest event was held at the Nefesh B’Nefesh Aliyah campus, with more than 300 lone soldiers and national service volunteers.
500K Gentiles Immigrated from USSR Under Law of Return Since 1990
In total, 1,124,822 people immigrated to Israel during 30 years of aliya; 64 percent were Jewish (born to a Jewish mother).