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מחמוד חליל, מפגין פרו-פלסטיני בוגר אוניברסיטת קולומביה

US immigration judge rules Palestinian Columbia student can be deported

Louisiana court allows deportation case against activist Mahmoud Khalil to proceed under 1952 law; Khalil’s lawyers decry targeting of protected speech

Reuters | 04.12.25

US tightens visa checks: Social media under review, antisemitism included

US immigration authority will now review social media activity of visa and green card applicants to identify opposition to American institutions and support for terrorism; 'There is no place here for those who exploit free speech to promote terrorism,' agency says

Itamar Eichner | 04.10.25

Israel welcomes over 27,000 new immigrants from Russia, US, France—and even Afghanistan

Despite ongoing war, more than 27,000 immigrants—including doctors, engineers and artists—arrived in Israel over the past year and settled in 286 different communities; which cities absorbed the most newcomers?

Itamar Eichner | 04.09.25

ICE detains Turkish doctoral student, revokes visa for 'pro-Hamas' activity

U.S. Department of Homeland Security spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin says authorities determined Rumeysa Ozturk 'engaged in activities in support' of terror group

Reuters | 03.26.25

Mahmoud Khalil’s arrest sparks debate: Terror support or First Amendment rights?

Comment: Khalil is being detained because he violated the terms of his green card

Emily Schrader, ILTV | 03.15.25

Trump boasts about ICE arrest of organizer of Columbia University's anti-Israel protests

The US president says it is 'the first arrest of many to come' after vowing to deport foreign students and imprison 'agitators' involved in protests against Israel's actions in Gaza

Ynetnews, News Agencies | 03.10.25

Is an Aliyah event key to making Israel your home?

If you're considering making Aliyah, attending a Nefesh B’Nefesh event could be the game-changer you need, according to Marc Rosenberg, vice president of Diaspora Partnerships at Nefesh B’Nefesh

Shosh Bedrosian, ILTV | 03.07.25

חוגגים את יום העצמאות בטיימס סקוור בניו יורק

'In a divided world': The realities of life for Israelis in the US

In her book 'In a world of divided hearts', Yaffa Turgeman dives into the challenges faced by Israeli immigrants in the US, exploring cultural loss, emotional struggles, and the lifelong longing for home that defines the lives of many who leave Israel

Yaniv Pohoryles | 03.04.25

These are the countries to which Israelis most want to move

Amid rising trend of Israelis leaving the country in search of greener pastures, new report presents most desired locations for investors to try and acquire new visas; Applications from Israeli citizens increased by over 160% between 2022 and 2023 and remained high in 2024, with a further 4% rise

Ynet | 02.19.25

'Shock and awe': Trump's plans to kickstart his second term

Trump plans sweeping day-one executive orders: hardline immigration policies, mass deportations, ending birthright citizenship, banning transgender women in sports/military, freeing Jan. 6 rioters and slashing funds for schools with vaccine mandates

Tzippy Shmilovitz | 01.19.25

Israel wants its brightest to stay but war, government policies push some away, expert says

Finance expert Simon Monk says that although many Israelis have recently sought opportunities abroad, they often find little difference in spending habits

Ynetnews | 01.18.25

בריטניה בריסטול מתנגדי הימין הקיצוני מהומות נגד מהגרים בעקבות דיקרות רצח ילדות סאות'פורט

Rising concerns about immigrants violence and political correctness in Europe

Ynet’s Ze'ev discusses how political correctness hinders action. He notes that authorities’ reluctance stems from fear of stigmatizing immigrant groups while growing safety concerns fuel right-wing movements

Ze'ev Avrahami | 01.06.25

As more people leave Israel than ever, some choose to make it their home

Citing security concerns, cost of living and frustration with growing entanglement of religion and state, one woman chose New Zealand for safety and stability; another left a comfortable life in the Netherlands, saying her heart still belongs in Israel

Nina Fox, Alexandra Lukash | 01.01.25

These new immigrants to Israel have names linked to Hanukkah

Over 33,000 immigrants arrived in Israel since last Hanukkah, many symbolically tied to Hanukkah through names like Matityahu, Or and Shraga or by settling in towns like Modi’in and Hashmonaim, reflecting the holiday’s enduring spirit

Itamar Eichner | 12.29.24

Planning your move to Israel? Here’s what it costs and how to prepare

New immigrants to Israel face high living costs, cultural hurdles and job market challenges, often tied to language barriers; Belong, a private firm aiding Aliyah, offers guidance on rights, integration and financial planning, easing the transition into Israeli life

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 12.01.24