New Immigrants to Israel Decline Amid Gaza Aggression
The number of Jewish immigrants moving to Israel has seen a significant decline since Israel’s aggression on Gaza last year. According to reports by Israeli media cited by the Middle East Monitor (MEMO), the influx of new immigrants has dropped compared to the previous year.
During the conflict, around 31,000 Jews relocated to Israel from over 100 countries, marking a 50% decrease from the 46,000 new immigrants the year before. The Ministry of Aliyah and Integration and the Jewish Agency published data showing that most immigrants came from Russia, followed by the United States, Canada, France, Ukraine, and Belarus.
Interestingly, nearly two-thirds of the new immigrants settled in just six cities like Netanya, Tel Aviv, and Haifa. The decrease in immigration was discussed at the Knesset’s committee, with security concerns affecting potential immigrants from post-Soviet countries. Israel’s ongoing offensive on Gaza has sparked international condemnation and legal actions for genocide against Palestinians.
The war’s devastating impact led to widespread casualties and displacements, showcasing the urgent need for peace and humanitarian aid in the region.