News and updates about Olim

Following INN inquiry: Education Ministry to reconsider decision not to translate exams

Teachers say the decision not to translate the Oral Law matriculation exam affects new immigrants who already face challenges.

Education Min. to reconsider decision not to translate exams

INN Special: Coming home - from the US to Israel

Israel National News accompanied 215 Olim on their journey from JFK Airport in New York to Ben Gurion Airport in Israel.

Coming home - from the US to Israel

Watch: 215 Olim from the US and Canada land in Israel

For the first time in history of Nefesh B’Nefesh’s flights, Olim given the opportunity to complete their immigration process on the plane.

215 Olim from the US and Canada land in Israel

95 million NIS to encourage young olim to live in Jerusalem

Government to approve a program that will include young olim centers, educational programs, vocational training, and more.

95 million NIS to encourage young olim to live in Jerusalem

Pilot program accelerating acclimation of Ethiopian olim to be launched today

Aliyah Ministry and Jewish Agency initiative, with Support from UJA-Federation New York, to place Ethiopian olim in new apartments.

Pilot program accelerates acclimation of Ethiopian olim

Good news for olim: Immigrant Absorption Ministry budget to rise by 220 million NIS

Due to the budget increase, funds will be directed to encourage immigration from the US and France and to assist those immigrants.

Immigrant Absorption Ministry budget to rise by 220 mil. NIS

Olim will be required to prove they intend to remain in Israel to receive passport

Minister Aryeh Deri promoting the move in order to prevent Olim from taking advantage of benefits and then immediately leaving the country.

Olim will be required to prove they intend to remain in Israel

Yom Ha'aliyah: Israel welcomes over 70 thousand immigrants since November 2021

Over the past decade 6,440 physicians, 2,552 nurses, and 22,400 engineers moved to Israel and 22,000 immigrants enlisted in the IDF.

Israel welcomes over 70 thousand immigrants since November 2021

8 Olim receive 2022 Bonei Zion award from NBN

Special recognition award given to Aliyah and Integration Minister Pnina Tamano Shata for her dedication and service for the Oleh community

8 Olim receive 2022 Bonei Zion award from NBN

What happens when American Jews become American Israelis?

American Olim should be encouraged to make a difference. And they can. Op-ed.

What happens when American Jews become American Israelis?

NBN hosts Olim at Thanksgiving dinners throughout Israel

Mayor of Haifa greeted the Olim in Haifa, and the dinner in Jerusalem was attended by 300 Lone Soldiers and National Service Volunteers.

NBN hosts Olim at Thanksgiving dinners throughout Israel

Three reasons to vote for the Religious Zionist Party

I believe there is a silent majority of “olim” in Israel who are tired of the same old politicians.Op-ed.

Three reasons to vote for the Religious Zionist Party

Watch live: 225 new Olim arrive in Israel on Nefesh B'Nefesh flight

225 new immigrants from North America land at Ben Gurion Airport on Nefesh B’Nefesh chartered Aliyah flight through El Al Israel Airlines.

225 new Olim arrive in Israel on Nefesh B'Nefesh flight

'People are very thirsty for one-on-one immersive connections'

The Jewish Agency's Nir Buchler explains why returning to emissaries and one-on-one connections post-COVID is essential to their agenda.

'People are very thirsty for one-on-one immersive connections'

38,000 new immigrants to Israel in a single year

Israel reports highest level of immigration in 20 years, with 38,000 new immigrants entering the country since the last Independence Day.

38,000 new immigrants to Israel in a single year

Record 600 new immigrants from Ukraine to arrive today

4 flights containing hundreds of new immigrants from Ukraine to arrive over the course of the day.

Record 600 new immigrants from Ukraine

This city is just 9 miles from Gaza. Some Americans are choosing to move there anyway

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

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

Preserving their Mesorah — A challenge faced by Olim and their offspring

Rivka emerges as the more perceptive parent in this parsha. There is more to this than it seems.

Preserving the Mesorah, a challenge for Olim and their offspring

Strengthening the Resolve of Olim

We must not turn back to our places of comfort to hide in fear and failure. We must press on courageously towards success in Israel. Op-ed.

Strengthening the Resolve of Olim

New olim from around the world gather for Aliyah Day dance party

New immigrants from around the world gather in Jerusalem to celebrate Aliyah Day with dance party organized by the Jewish Agency.

New olim from around the world gather for Aliyah Day dance party

'We were like dreamers' award granted on Aliyah Day

The “Hayinu Kecholmim” (Like dreamers) Award granted to 3 Olim, Gulieta, David and Dion.

'We were like dreamers' award granted on Aliyah Day

1,912 new olim from North America moved to Israel this summer

2021 shaping up to be a record-breaking year in Aliyah as a 42% increase is expected, with almost 2000 new Olim arriving during summer peak.

1,912 new olim from North America moved to Israel this summer

Spurred by anti-Semitism, 130 immigrants arrive in Israel from France

"I dream of the moment when our son will be able to walk outside with his yarmulke on and be able to feel safe.”

Spurred by anti-Semitism, 130 immigrants arrive from France

Aliyah season begins with 160 Olim from France

Israel has seen a 137-percent jump in the number of new immigrants from France so far during 2021 compared to the same period last year.

Aliyah season begins with 160 Olim from France

3rd wave: Israel not likely to reopen country by Sept. 1st

Former MK says reopening of tourism to Israel likely to face additional delays as virus numbers on the rise.

3rd wave: Israel not likely to reopen country by Sept. 1st

President Isaac Herzog's term 'has tremendous potential for olim'

Former MK Rabbi Dov Lipman speaks about his hope President Herzog will use his Jewish Agency experience to help olim settling in Israel.

Pres. Isaac Herzog's term 'has tremendous potential for olim'

Brazilian Olim petition PM Bennett to save Evyatar

Residents of Ra'anana who made Aliya from Brazil meet PM Bennett at his home to ask him to authorize Evyatar outpost.

Brazilian Olim petition PM Bennett to save Evyatar

Report: These are Sa'ar's conditions for Netanyahu

New Hope chairman reportedly demands that Netanyahu not serve as PM for the first 1.5 years of the next government.

Report: These are Sa'ar's conditions for Netanyahu

Watch: Aliyah reawakening - 104 new immigrants arrive

With the reopening of the skies, Nefesh B’Nefesh coordinates a dedicated Aliyah flight from JFK to TLV

Watch: Aliyah reawakening - 104 new immigrants arrive

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'.

The first Olim of 2021 arrive in Israel

28% of new immigrants unemployed amid coronavirus pandemic

New immigrants in Israel face significantly hired levels of unemployment during coronavirus crisis than other Israelis.

28% of new immigrants unemployed amid coronavirus pandemic

Operation Home: 1st charter flight from Mexico brings 230 olim home

First-of-its-kind charter flight from Mexico carrying 230 olim, Masa Israel Journey volunteers and Israelis returning home lands in Israel.

Operation Home: 1st charter flight from Mexico lands in Israel

140 new immigrants arrive from France

Immigration and Absorption Minister Pnina Tamano-Shata welcomes new olim from France at Ben Gurion Airport.

140 new immigrants arrive from France

78 future lone soldiers arrive on two Nefesh B’Nefesh group Aliyah flights

In total, 120 new Olim are expected to make Aliyah over next 48 hours, says Nefesh B'Nefesh.

78 future lone soldiers arrive on 2 group Aliyah flights

Occupied Europe (OE) against Jewish occupation of Israel

The Aliyah team asks how crazy can the Europeans get, and particularly Jews living there?

Occupied Europe (OE) against Jewish occupation of Israel

Initiative connects out-of-work tour guide olim with clientele

While tourists from abroad remain unable to visit, Israelis explore country's historical, religious, cultural and ecological wonders.

Initiative connects out-of-work tour guide olim with clientele

24 people make aliyah, go directly into quarantine

24 new olim arrive on Nefesh B'Nefesh flight despite coronavirus crisis, go straight into 2-week isolation.

24 people make aliyah, go directly into quarantine

Support BDS - stay in the Diaspora

How does not making Aliyah help Israel?

Support BDS - stay in the Diaspora

'When you see an Oleh, you've got to salute him'

Education system marks Immigrant Day. Does immigration even interest us, when living abroad doesn't look so terrible?

'When you see an Oleh, you've got to salute him'

Watch: Singing Hatikva before taking off for Israel

241 new Olim sing Israeli national anthem before boarding Nefesh B'Nefesh flight to Israel..

Watch: Singing Hatikva before taking off for Israel