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Knesset lifts double social security burden for US immigrants

New law grants American olim a five-year exemption from Israeli National Insurance payments on income already taxed by US Social Security, addressing a long-standing financial hurdle to aliyah and potentially reshaping the economics of moving to Israel

Attorney Eitan Asnafy | 02.26.26

Lawmakers: Immigration Ministry funds meant for new immigrants, not religion-state agendas

The Knesset Immigration and Absorption Committee convened after a ynet report found most ministry funds go to ultra-Orthodox and religious groups, with MKs warning of biased criteria and messages that immigrants are 'not Jewish enough'

Itamar Eichner | 02.12.26

הבניין הנסתר בשכונת נחלאות, יומא אדריכלים, בתים מבפנים ירושלים

For some buyers, a home in Israel is about the future, not the present

Not every property purchase in Israel is about moving in right away; Bank of Jerusalem’s mortgage expert, Ayala Lublin, explains why many buyers see real estate as a long-term anchor for family, identity and future planning

ynet Global | 02.10.26

Navigating Israel’s mortgage maze

Those building new lives in Israel describe how confusion around paperwork, approvals and tax residency complicated mortgage procedures until clearer guidance helped move the process forward

ynet Global | 02.10.26

'Moses asks permission to leave Jethro,' painting by Jan Victors from about 1635

Stage for olim: Negev theater builds community beyond the spotlight

For over four decades, LOGON has united olim and Israelis through English-language musicals; after October 7, its mission deepened, supporting displaced members, welcoming new immigrants and proving the show still goes on

ynet Global | 02.05.26

Israel launches global outreach to Jewish communities amid rising antisemitism

Government seeks input from diaspora to shape new Aliyah incentives and remove barriers to immigration; survey aims to gather anonymous feedback from Jews worldwide; initiative follows special ministerial meeting led by Prime Minister Netanyahu

ynet Global | 01.25.26

Can Israel absorb millions of olim if everyone came tomorrow?

Opinion: Jews across the world are reassessing their futures and some are already making move while others are thinking quietly; The question of whether Israel could absorb them is not theoretical - it is practical

Noah Sander | 01.25.26

Over 200 young immigrants arrive in Israel seeking new life — and love

Newcomers from France, the UK and beyond begin their lives at Jerusalem’s Ulpan Etzion amid rising antisemitism abroad; Jewish Agency calls their arrival the largest since October 7 and a sign of resilience and hope

Roy Rubinstein | 01.15.26

More than 4,100 Jews from North America immigrated to Israel in 2025

Aliyah from North America hits four-year high in 2025, driven by post-war solidarity

More than 4,100 Jews from North America made aliyah in 2025, a 12% increase from last year and the highest figure in four years; Many cited solidarity with Israel since the war as a key motivation, with Jerusalem the top destination

ynet Global | 12.29.25

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

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