Immigrants in israel

From Masa to MasterChef: young immigrants cook their way into Israel

Masa fellows cook their way into Israel’s hospitality industry

Participants in Masa Israel Journey’s culinary program pose for a group photo after completing their final exams, marking the culmination of their hands-on training in Israel’s food and hospitality industry, May 26, Eilat. Premium
Making aliyah was a lifelong dream: Alex and Arielle Sabol with children Romi and Libi, from Brooklyn, NY.

A summer of new beginnings

Shoppers browse goods at Nefesh B'Nefesh's Shuk Olim event in Tel Aviv. June 25, 2026.

Tel Aviv’s Shuk Olim brings out dozens of immigrant entrepreneurs to showcase goods

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu greets new immigrants from the Bnei Menashe community, June 11, 2026.

Entire Bnei Menashe community to immigrate to Israel within five years, gov't promises


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

Following the Bondi Beach attack and in response to a surge in antisemitic incidents worldwide, an emergency plan was proposed with the national target of absorbing 30,000 new immigrants in 2026.

 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.

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

Approximately 1 million eligible voters in Israel are immigrants from the former Soviet Union, part of a wider Russian-speaking community that comprises roughly 15% of the population.

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

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.