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Jerusalem remains leading destination for North American immigrants, new aliyah data shows

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND IN COLLABORATION WITH NEFESH B’NEFESH — Wed, 13 May 2026 15:27:42 GMT

New aliyah figures released ahead of Yom Yerushalayim show that Jerusalem continues to be the top destination for North American immigrants moving to Israel.

A fourth-generation calling: Dr. Emily Steier's aliyah journey to Jerusalem in wartime

BY GIL LEWINSKY — Sat, 09 May 2026 22:36:27 GMT

In a country navigating profound challenges, Dr. Emily Steier has chosen to build a life in Jerusalem overcoming war, linguistic challenges, and the uncomfortable.

Hundreds of European doctors hoping to make aliyah attend MedEx conference

BY LEO FEIERBERG BETTER — Wed, 06 May 2026 10:56:31 GMT

Israel has faced a lack of doctors for years, mainly due to a higher-than-average birth rate compared to other Western countries and an aging population of doctors.

After leaving Amish roots in Kentucky, Brianna Leapley built a Jewish life in Jerusalem

BY JUDITH SEGALOFF — Sun, 03 May 2026 02:59:25 GMT

Raised without phones or internet, Brianna Leapley left Amish life, converted to Judaism, and moved to Jerusalem.

Lost in translation, found in love: Ariana Phillips’s path to marriage in Israel

BY ALAN ROSENBAUM — Sat, 02 May 2026 22:03:29 GMT

After matriculating at Washington University in St. Louis and participating in Chabad and Hillel activities on campus, Phillips's interest in Judaism grew.

Don’t leave off the love: Devorah Ahavah Gerzoff’s journey to Jewish faith and Israel

BY RIVKAH LAMBERT ADLER — Sat, 02 May 2026 21:50:24 GMT

A slow rediscovery of Judaism that led from suburban America to a love affair with Israel.

Aliyah in wartime Israel: Building a new home, opening an English bookstore

BY ABIGAIL KLEIN LEICHMAN — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:22:23 GMT

From London curator to Tel Aviv entrepreneur, Michal Goldschmidt turned uncertainty into opportunity, opening Bookhaus during wartime and building a new community space for English readers.

Clowning, caring, and claiming her voice: How Jerusalemite Channah Appel is making a difference

BY ALAN ROSENBAUM — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:18:58 GMT

Channah Appel is using compassion, community initiatives, and quiet determination to make her mark in Israel.

First Bnei Menashe flight lands as Israel launches operation to complete community’s Aliyah

BY TOBIAS SIEGAL — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:02:50 GMT

240 immigrants from northeastern India arrive under the “Wings of Dawn” initiative, with thousands more expected by 2030.

Yakov Schacht: How a Ninjutsu coach navigates life in Israel’s war zone

BY ABIGAIL KLEIN LEICHMAN — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:09:30 GMT

Yakov Schacht finds the mentality behind ninjutsu – which also forms the basis of his Shinobi Leadership Coaching business – invaluable and instructive in these scary times.

At Yazamut 360, students build ventures, take risks, and shape the future of Israel’s job market

BY RONNIE ROSENMAN AND IN COLLABORATION WITH BGU — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:00:22 GMT

Ben-Gurion University’s entrepreneurship center turns hands-on experience, failed prototypes, and student-led communities into career-changing skills.

Exodus was among the ship records found in a Tel Aviv document trove - exclusive

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:15:39 GMT

Documents and photographs reviewed by The Jerusalem Post show that the material spans several years and reflects more than one phase of Jewish immigration to Israel.

Building New Lives in Israel - One Story at a Time

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND IN COLLABORATION WITH NEFESH B’NEFESH — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:56:07 GMT

WATCH: Welcome to Aliyah Stories – Brought to you by The Jerusalem Post and Nefesh B’Nefesh.

Holocaust survivor, 92, makes aliyah to Israel nine decades after Kindertransport - interview

BY MATHILDA HELLER — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:52:04 GMT

Charash was born Helen Hesse in Hamburg, Germany. From April 1933, her father, an attorney, was no longer allowed to practice law.

Approximately 120 Holocaust survivors made aliyah during Gaza war, but numbers dropping

BY MICHAEL STARR — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 20:59:23 GMT

According to the Aliyah Ministry, the decrease in immigration of Holocaust survivors is due to the increasing difficulty in moving to the country at an advanced age.

Simon Betuel: Cosmetics producer by day, artist by night

BY ABIGAIL KLEIN LEICHMAN — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 22:28:27 GMT

Influenced by the palettes of Rubens, Klimt, Vrubel, and especially El Greco, Betuel executes deeply Jewish paintings in both figurative and abstract styles.

Undeterred by war, North American Jews continue to immigrate to Israel

BY PETER EPHROSS/JTA — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 06:35:03 GMT

“My worry was, how could I get there as fast as possible?” said Deluca, 39, who arrived in Israel on March 9, just eight days after the war with Iran began.

She moved to Israel during war and this chess champion says she would do it again

BY ABIGAIL KLEIN LEICHMAN — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 15:43:16 GMT

Despite all that’s entailed in adjusting to life as a new immigrant, Gara has no regrets.

Despite Iran war, 40 American, Canadian Jews make aliyah ahead of Passover

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:01:49 GMT

Among the 40 new immigrants from the US and Canada, 25 recently landed at Ben Gurion Airport, while the other 15 were already in Israel and completed their process on the same day.

Why Israel and why now

BY MARC REISS — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:20:29 GMT

The stronger the economy, the stronger Israel’s ability to withstand whatever tests may come. It is an opportunity in which every supporter of Israel can take part.

Aliyah Minister: US-Israeli partnership causing severe blow to Iran, inspiring aliyah - interview

BY KESHET NEEV — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 20:11:58 GMT

“I think that the fact that Israel is attacking together with the United States, the two strongest air forces in the world working together, creates a sense of Israeli pride," Sofer said.

First two new Immigrants arrive in Israel amid ongoing Iran War

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:03:01 GMT

Arrivals of North American Olim highlight continued aliyah to Israel despite wartime conditions and travel disruptions.

From DC to Jerusalem: Larry Liss’s journey as a chef and culinary artist

BY ALAN ROSENBAUM — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT

A southern-born chef brings creativity and flavor to Jerusalem through home-cooked meals and culinary adventures.

Over 330 new applicants file for aliyah during first week of Operation Roaring Lion

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sat, 07 Mar 2026 07:49:15 GMT

Despite the war, data from the ministry and the Jewish Agency show a high interest in immigrating to Israel, with files being opened for more than 330 people, including families.

Ben-Gurion Airport closure delays arrival of 140 new immigrants amid Operation Roaring Lion

BY KATERYNA POBEREZHNA — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:09:11 GMT

The temporary shutdown of Israel’s main international gateway at the start of the week led to the cancellation of flights for immigrants who had been scheduled to land between March 1 and March 7.

Finding faith, family, and business: Ben Woolf’s story from England to Jerusalem

BY RIVKAH LAMBERT ADLER — Sun, 01 Mar 2026 09:16:08 GMT

From a fractured past to Israeli entrepreneur and devoted family man, Ben Woolf’s story inspires.

Jodi Samuels’s journey: Aliyah, advocacy, and community

BY BATSHEVA SHULMAN — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:01:02 GMT

Samuels reflects on her aliyah and advocacy journey: 'I wanted two things in my life: to live in Israel and to have an open home.'

Sandy Leigh’s journey from San Antonio to Jerusalem

BY ESTHER POSNER — Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:32:09 GMT

From San Antonio to Jerusalem, Sandy Leigh embraces family, fascinators, and a joyful new chapter at 84.

Maryland to MDA: How an oleh found his place on Israel’s front lines

BY BATSHEVA SHULMAN — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 13:19:19 GMT

An American oleh serving as an MDA paramedic reflects on his aliyah story and the intense realities of working Israel’s emergency front lines.

96-year-old Holocaust survivor completes Aliyah in Tel Aviv

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:02:22 GMT

Charlotte Roth makes Aliyah, surrounded by five generations of descendants