Migrant workers
Israeli government under pressure to overhaul foreign worker policy
The appeal followed Englman’s report on the state’s handling of the labor crisis in construction after the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, when the entry of Palestinian workers into Israel was halted.
India, Israel agree to increase Indian foreign workers in Israel by 50,000 in the next five years
Israel detains four foreign nationals who illegally crossed into Israel from Jordan
'Home is here': Art exhibition showcases undocumented children's stories amid release of new report
Kibbutz sends message of support to Thai victims of October 7
In the letter, thanks and appreciation are expressed to the dedicated Thai workers who worked in agriculture at kibbutz Nir Oz.
Israel's indecisiveness on Palestinian workers shows shifting dynamics - analysis
What has remained unchanged? First, a tendency to put off tough decisions; an inclination to kick the can down the road.
Thai Muslim group, Hamas secure release of hostages in talks
The group believes they are the sole reason for the release of Thai nationals held captive in Gaza.
How war with Hamas has impacted Israel's foreign workers
Here are some of the war stories of Israel’s dedicated foreign workers.
Court strikes rule retaining welfare funds for overstayed foreign workers
The High Court of Justice decided that withholding social deductions from foreign workers was a violation of their rights, and face the Knesset six months to develop alternative regulation.
Israel to bring thousands more foreign workers to tackle high living costs
In an effort to reduce the high cost of living, Israel's government is planning to bring thousands of workers from India and China primarily for caregiving and construction sectors.
Experts say Qatar can lead Gulf on protections for workers against heat stress
Qatar bans work from more than twice the hours banned in Saudi Arabia, where the majority of the region's construction projects are underway.
Migrant domestic workers suffer ‘modern day slavery’ in Lebanon
The deportation of a beloved Ethiopian community leader refocuses attention on the difficult conditions endured by many African and Asian migrants working in the country.
Taliban helped build Qatar World Cup stadiums, made profit - Telegraph
Taliban officials were even given allowances to live in Qatar during peace negotiations with the US and the UN.
Bahrain cracks down on illicit foreign labor with sweeping changes to work visas
New system ends practice of allowing expatriates to enter country without securing formal employment after complaints of abuse of workers and employers, massive amounts of money being sent abroad.
