Immigrants

Welcome to my nightmare:

An interview with Google AI

Peering behind the AI curtain.

Jews have earned the right to safety wherever they choose to live

Loyal citizens all, Jews have always chosen to serve their countries of residence well. What do their antagonist immigrrants have to show for the West's kindness to them? Opinion.

Smotrich to Arutz Sheva:

Mamdani or not, all Jews belong in Israel

In an interview with Arutz Sheva, Finance Minister Smotrich outlines his vision for aliyah, linking tax reform to Zionism and growing Diaspora challenges.

Why English Speakers in Israel Need a Bilingual Agent

When Hebrew paperwork and legal jargon cost you tens of thousands, an insurance agent who speaks your language and fights for your rights isn't a luxury-it's a necessity. One client's story proves it.

Michael Eisenberg:

'Aliyah is about growth, not just integration'

Speaking with Arutz Sheva at the Ministry of Immigration’s conference, Michael Eisenberg called on Israeli companies to lead a 'million Olim' initiative to boost growth.

Maoz chairman Jeffrey Swartz

'1.5 million new Olim will transform Israel'

Maoz chairman Jeffrey Swartz speaks with Arutz Sheva at special Ministry of Immigration conference. "Before a light unto the nations, we need a light in the nation".

700% rise in number of infants named Muhammad, report says

Europe sees continued rise in number of babies named after Islam's founder, in ongoing trend which has demographic implications.

US to screen prospective immigrant social media for antisemitism

US Citizenship and Immigration Service announces that immigration benefits will be denied to people "social media content that indicates an alien endorsing, espousing, promoting, or supporting antisemitic terrorism, antisemitic terrorist organizations, or other antisemitic activity" is found on their accounts.

Poland refuses to admit immigrants; suffers severe criticism

Human rights organizations, including the Auschwitz-Birkenau Foundation, sent an open letter to the Prime Minister of Poland: 'Fluctuations in the region do not exempt us from being human.'

Minister to new immigrants: 'Seeing you gives me strength'

NCSY Israel holds special conference ahead of the Shavuot holiday, Immigration and Absorption Minister Ofir Sofer greets new olim: 'Seeing you gives me strength!'

Is Germany closing its gates to immigrants?

German government passes a series of laws that will make it more difficult for immigrants to enter Germany.

Immigration to Israel highest since 2000

74,714 immigrants arrived in Israel in 2022 and the number of immigrants in 2023 is expected to be high as well.

Religious Zionism candidate:

'Goal is to realize vision of strengthening communities'

Rabbi David Fine, chairman and founder of Barkai Rabbis Organization, announces his candidacy for Religious Zionism party primaries.

Gov't approves grant package for immigrant physicians, engineers

Government announces grant for physicians, healthcare professionals, and engineers living and working in Israel’s periphery.

Yad L'Olim teams up with Shira Pransky Project

New partnership will help thousands of immigrants with healthcare in Israel.

Humanitarian aid

Over 10,000 athletes & officials to donate sports clothes

In cooperation with Pitchon-Lev, Maccabiah athletes to donate sports clothes to refugees, Jewish immigrants, and the needy.

Survey: Most immigrants not interested in 'conversion reform'

Target audience for Min. Kahana's conversion reform is not interested in it, survey shows.

MKs return from Ukraine: 'We saw a tragic humanitarian reality'

Delegation of Knesset and Jewish Agency members returns to Israel together with 150 new immigrants who fled the war in Ukraine.

4,000 Ukrainian immigrants absorbed in Israel since start of war

Defense, Immigration Ministers visit Ben Gurion Airport to witness absorption of immigrants fleeing the war in Ukraine.

The Parsha and Current Events: anti-Semites, bacon & churches

The ABC of what is happening now.

Emotional reception for immigrants from Ukraine

A United Hatzalah rescue flight arrives in Israel, bearing with it the Chief Rabbi of the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv.

New immigrants from Ukraine ready for 'a new life' in Israel

Israel National News speaks to newly-arrived immigrants from Ukraine facing 'a new road, new experiences, new life.'

Why many Americans are moving to city just 9 miles from Gaza

Despite its proximity to the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip, this Israeli coastal city is increasingly become a destination of choice for Americans.

Study of 'lazy eye' reveals public health's blind spots

Immigrants and haredi men are at greatest risk of suffering untreated lazy eye, study shows.

Jewish UK gov minister marks 110th anniversary of Welsh pogrom

The anti-Jewish riot was the only reported instance of its kind against the British Jewish community since the Middle Ages.

South American immigrants arrive in Israel

Forty days after they were scheduled to fly, 137 South American immigrants finally land in Israel.

The first Olim of 2021 arrive in Israel

Immigration Minister Pnina Tamano-Shata welcomes 300 new immigrants from Ethiopia to Israel as part of 'Operation Tzur Yisrael'.

From the Caucasus to terror-stricken Jerusalem

JCT master’s student in nursing has become a staunch advocate for Caucasus immigrants, people with disabilities.

Protests rage as US, UK warn on travel to northeast India

Thousands protest law granting Indian citizenship to Bangladeshi immigrants.

Reflections on Immigration to America

Opinion: Immigration is good for America, but it must be done legally with due process.

Austrian survey shows anti-Semitism more common among Muslims

Austria’s Muslims twice as likely as non-Muslims to hold anti-Semitic views.

For this Berlin restaurateur, anti-Semitic attacks are routine

Jewish restaurant owner says he feels 'let down' by authorities after attackers - mostly Muslim - continue to harass and threaten him.

Immigrants to southern Israel showcase entrepreneurial successes

Program aims to bring immigrants to South. "In order to grow the South, we need to promote small business. Who better to do that than olim?"

'Judaism opposes open borders and immigration'

Interview with Machon Shilo head Rabbi David Bar-Hayim.

Anglo immigrants honored with 'Builders of Zion' prize

Nefesh B’Nefesh presents outstanding Anglo immigrants with 2018 Bonei Zion Prize at Knesset ceremony.

'Sickening'

Holocaust survivor on concentration camp comparison: 'Grow up'

'Listen to me, I went through it. Please. This is not a concentration camp.'

17 states sue administration over migrant families

17 states sue Trump administration in an effort to force officials to reunite migrant families who have been separated at the Mexico border.

Suspect powder sent to 'bigot' lawyer Schlossberg

Schlossberg and another person were exposed to the unknown substance at the lawyer’s office. The two are being evaluated,

US man who killed Indian immigrant sentenced to life

Court sentences man who screamed 'get out of my country' at Indians to life in prison, federal court debates death penalty.

US: Parents dump hot cooking oil on teen who refused marriage

Muslim immigrants from Iraq abuse daughter for refusing arranged marriage which would have brought the family $20,000.

A Passover of small favors

Can Trump get an immigration deal done?

Gun control is in the spotlight, but what about an immigration deal? Is there the political will to get it done?

Leader of Hispanic immigrants to Israel, dies at 62

Jose Caro helped other Spanish-speaking immigrants acclimate to life in Israel, fought for justice after Argentina terror attacks.

Immigrants in Austria: Judaism is harmful to the world

Survey of immigrants in radical bastion of Graz, Austria - most of them Afghans - finds 54.5% believe Jews only care about themselves.

Nefesh B'Nefesh grants awards to 20 immigrants

Special award ceremony honors immigrants who create change, impact Israeli society and engage the immigrant community.

Trump: 'I'm the least racist person you've ever interviewed'

President Trump denies making comments attributed to him on immigration from certain countries.

House Speaker: Trump comments 'unhelpful'

House Speaker Paul Ryan responds to comments attributed to Trump on immigration. Trump denies he used the language attributed to him.

Trump questions taking immigrants from certain countries

Trump reportedly asks why U.S. should accept immigrants from “s**thole countries”. White House: He will always fight for Americans.

Deutschland über Allah?

Germany: Thüringen police now printing pamphlets in Farsi

Germans further accommodate Muslim migrants as crime rate surges.

Daring conclusion:

BBC: Migrants in Germany 'may have fueled violent crime rise'

Government-commissioned research suggests migrants 'may be responsible for recent rise in violent crime in Germany'.

Israeli who joined ISIS convicted

Immigrant to Israel from Belarus convicted for trying to join ISIS in Syria as a fighter.

'A non-kosher restaurant in Israel? That's illogical'

Arutz Sheva interviews French immigrant who says he 'cries every day for not coming to Israel sooner.'

Brazilian Israelis start NGO to help growing stream of newcomers

New 'by Brazilians for Brazilians' organization aims to help newly arrived Brazilians find their place in Israel.

Most Muslim 'refugees' to Europe are seeking employment

German government reports 6.5 million Muslims are about to flood Europe - and only a small portion are actually refugees.

Are American immigrants going to end up like British immigrants?

Katie Hopkins compares British immigration policy to American referendums.

Refugees detained at US airports after Trump's order

Arab passengers who boarded planes prior to Trump's new ban unpleasantly surprised upon landing in US.

German truck terrorist still at large

The terrorist who perpetrated Berlin truck terror attack is still at large, armed and dangerous.Police significantly increased security.

Affirmative action for haredim, immigrants passes first vote

Bill requiring public sector to include haredim, immigrants in quotas passes in committee, prepared for vote by Knesset.

House Speaker rules out deportation force

House Speaker Paul Ryan plays down Trump's campaign rhetoric on illegal immigrants.

Trump promises crackdown on immigrants who overstayed visa

Republican presidential nominee says he will institute a tracking system to ensure immigrants who overstay their visas are removed.