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At 100, Sara makes aliyah: ‘I believe all Jews should live in Israel’

After October 7, Sara Unterberg from Uruguay realized she wanted to spend her remaining years with family in Israel—so at 100, she made aliyah, saying, 'The world is becoming less safe'

Itamar Eichner | 11.17.25

נתנאל אברהם שלום יאנג, יעקב נדלין ואלכסנדר (סשה) יקימינסקי

On National Aliyah Day: They came to build a life in Israel, and gave everything to defend it

Sgt. Nathanael Abraham Shalom Young from England, Maj. Yaakov Nadlin from Kazakhstan, and Sgt. Alexander (Sasha) Yakiminsky from Ukraine are among 95 immigrant soldiers who fell in war. Today, Israel honors their sacrifice

Roi Rubinstein | 10.29.25

גילה טולוב. עם בעלה וארבעת הילדים שנולדו בשלוש מדינות שונות

From Paris and New York to Modi’in: Gila Tolub on finding home and purpose in Israel

After years between France and the United States, Gila Tolub built an impressive international career; yet the feeling of being a foreigner everywhere led her and her family to make Israel their home

Tzipora Roman | 10.26.25

'We all share the same mission:' Dozens of European youths make aliyah to join IDF

Recent European high school graduates, mostly from France, receive emotional welcome as they begin pre-army academy in Ashdod; program supports Hebrew learning, cultural integration and military preparation for meaningful IDF service

Roy Rubinstein | 10.23.25

Netanya overtakes Tel Aviv: Where Israel’s new immigrants are buying homes

From France to New York, more than 11,000 new immigrants have arrived in Israel this year, most settling in coastal cities and Jerusalem; many foreign buyers see real estate as insurance against antisemitism, and pay a premium to live near synagogues

Hila Tsion | 10.05.25

How Israel profits from each new immigrant

October 7 and rising antisemitism abroad have prompted more Jews to consider Aliyah; new immigrants are arriving in Israel, boosting Israel’s economy and pursuing professional dreams

Yaniv Pohoryles | 09.24.25

Despite global rise in antisemitism, immigration to Israel continues to fall, report shows

Sharp drop in immigration to Israel in 2024, with 31,068 arrivals; trend continues into 2025, official data show; most new immigrants settled in Tel Aviv and central districts; who are they, and what is their educational background?

Itamar Eichner, Yaron Drukman | 09.15.25

‘Becoming part of the Zionist story’: 225 new US olim land in Israel

Israel welcomes hundreds of new olim from North America in the largest single arrival since October 7, including 24 medical professionals

Ynetnews | 08.19.25

'This is our place': Over 43,000 olim arrived in Israel since October 7

While many Israelis decided to leave the country amid the war, thousands of olim from across the world decide to make the country their new home

Itamar Eichner | 06.01.25

Despite Gaza war, North American aliyah to Jerusalem hits new highs

Aliyah to Jerusalem surges 20% in 2024 with 1,725 new arrivals since October 7, as post-attack resolve, community ties and commitment to Israeli society drive influx

Itamar Eichner | 05.26.25

From Pennsylvania to Be'er Sheva: Jewish-American family make aliyah in time for Passover

The Schatz family’s high-stakes aliyah driven by post-October 7 resolve comes from personal connection to Israel and desire to restore life to southern Israel

Yogev Israeli | 04.15.25

Last chance before the change: Planning your move to Israel? Here's what to know

Starting Jan. 2026, new immigrants and returning residents in Israel must report all global income and assets under a new law aligning with OECD standards; amendment ends longstanding exemptions, increasing transparency and scrutiny by Tax Authority

Adv. Amit Gottlieb, Adv. Dvir Saadia | 01.22.25

NGO supporting Russian-speaking Olim celebrates Hanukkah in new Tel Aviv center

'Shishi Shabbat Yisraeli' inaugurates new center and welcomes new Russian Olim to celebrate and sing a uniting Hanukkah hymn; 'When I arrived in Israel, I felt as though I had returned home'

Ynetnews | 12.27.24

Colombian olim serve more than 250 days in IDF reserves: 'Fulfilling our Zionist dream'

Yehezkel, Andres, Aaron and Daniel complete 250 days of reserve duty after serving as combat soldiers in the IDF; They are responsible for bringing fallen soldiers to burial

Gilad Cohen | 12.09.24

Celebrating Olim strengthening Israeli society

The Sylvan Adams Nefesh B’Nefesh Bonei Zion Prize ceremony honors English-speaking Olim who have made exceptional contributions to Israeli society; watch live from Jerusalem

Ynetnews | 12.02.24