Migrant workers in israel
Israeli government under pressure to overhaul foreign worker policy
The appeal followed Englman’s report on the state’s handling of the labor crisis in construction after the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, when the entry of Palestinian workers into Israel was halted.
India, Israel agree to increase Indian foreign workers in Israel by 50,000 in the next five years
'Home is here': Art exhibition showcases undocumented children's stories amid release of new report
Ten Indian foreign workers rescued from Palestinian village
Ambitious Initiative: New Israeli city proposed to house tens of thousands of foreign construction
At the National Economics Conference in Eilat, PMO Director-General Yossi Sheli proposed a housing city near Modi'in for foreign construction workers
Likud MK Eliyahu Ravivo to sue state over lack of foreign worker documentation
Ravivo asked the housing and foreign ministries to examine whether there was an obstacle to transferring workers' documents from abroad to the Special Committee for Foreign Workers.
Thailand to send farm workers to Israel for first time since Hamas attacks
39 Thais were killed and another 32 were taken hostage, according to the Thai government on October 7
Filling in the gaps: How many foreign workers landed in Israel last week?
The Population and Immigration Authority reports progress in recruiting foreign workers for the construction industry, facing a severe shortage since October 7. About 2,000 arrived last week.
Contractors Warn: War & Turkish boycott impact on construction
The Contractors Association's scathing letter to PM and finance minister warns of industry collapse due to labor shortage and Turkey's boycott, urging immediate action to avert a crisis.
Israel plans to bring in more foreign workers for construction sector - report
To supplement the shortage of manpower, Israel plans to bring in thousands of foreign workers to boost construction progress.
Kibbutz sends message of support to Thai victims of October 7
In the letter, thanks and appreciation are expressed to the dedicated Thai workers who worked in agriculture at kibbutz Nir Oz.
Foreign nationals missing in action as war ravages Israel
Several nations whose expatriates make up a sizable portion of Israel's foreign residents are sending rescue teams to evacuate their nationals.
Court strikes rule retaining welfare funds for overstayed foreign workers
The High Court of Justice decided that withholding social deductions from foreign workers was a violation of their rights, and face the Knesset six months to develop alternative regulation.
Israel to bring thousands more foreign workers to tackle high living costs
In an effort to reduce the high cost of living, Israel's government is planning to bring thousands of workers from India and China primarily for caregiving and construction sectors.
