Immigrants in israel

Dutch descendant of Righteous Among the Nations fights for Israeli residency

The Interior Ministry rejected Ellen Monique Tjittes' application, citing an age restriction that her attorney says conflicts with the procedure and a January 2026 court ruling.

Ellen Monique Tjittes, a 56-year-old Dutch Christian whose grandfather and great-grandparents were recognized as Righteous Among the Nations.
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. PremiumPremium

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

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


From the US, Russia, and Ethiopia: New IDF combat recruits represent broad diversity

The recruitment plans were adapted to the needs of the military in all the units and brigades to continue to provide a continuous operational response in combat in various sectors.

IDF soldiers in training

Since start of Gaza war: A 40% increase in new immigrants from Britain to Israel

An Aliyah Fair in London saw hundreds from the British Jewish community attend, with notable speakers giving attendees a glimpse at what their lives in Israel could look like.

 Passengers walk in the arrivals hall at the Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv on March 8, 2021.

An Israeli tribute to electronic music pioneer Eric Siday

Siday’s success, making him the highest-paid musician per second for a time, enabled him to sponsor great leaps in electronic music, such as the creation of the first percussion synthesizer.

 STEPHEN HORENSTEIN

Immigrating to Israel from US: A call only to certain American Jews - opinion

It is always good to remember that Jews come in all shapes and sizes, including the elderly, the infirmed, the socially inept, the financially challenged.

 ALIYAH AND Integration Minister Ofir Sofer speaks at Reichman University, last year. It is always important to remember that Jews come in all shapes and sizes, says the writer.

Know what you will pay: Taxes on real-estate in Israel

Prior to conducting real estate transactions, it is recommended to examine the eligibility for exemptions and/or reduced appreciation tax or purchase tax relief.


Israel pressured to fast-track Bnei Menashe immigration after missile kills seven

Approximately 5,500 members of the Bnei Menashe community currently reside in India, waiting for the opportunity to start new lives in Israel.

 Israeli government discussing fast-track on immigration for Bnei Menashe

Hundreds of new immigrants, ultra-Orthodox join IDF since start of Israel-Hamas War

Lone soldiers are also disproportionately represented in new draft data.

 An Israeli soldier wears a Jewish prayer shawl and tefillin as he prays, in Ashkelon, southern Israel October 10, 2023.

Mother of slain teen tells immigrant moms sending kids to war admirable

"Your sons and daughters are our heroes, going out there and doing everything in their power to protect the Jewish people, but this ability to serve our nation in such a way comes from you.”

 Mothers of soldiers, both active and fallen

Global hearts fuel Israel's defense: Immigrants rally to back war effort

Young immigrants are experiencing a range of emotions, as they watch their Israeli brothers and sisters stand strong on the front lines.

 Volunteers use the David Intercontinental hotel's industrial kitchen to prepare hot meals for soldiers

Russian-speakers struggle to adjust to Israel – this org. helps - opinion

Shishi Shabbat specializes in aiding olim from former Soviet countries and takes a unique and innovative approach to empowering and strengthening this vulnerable segment of Israel’s population.

 OLIM FROM the former Soviet Union gather last Shabbat at Kibbutz Almog near the Dead Sea.