26-year-old American immigrates to Israel despite the war – Minister praises “courage and Zionism.”
Aliyah
A drop in arrivals from Russia drove a 34% decline in total aliyah in 2025, while immigration from Western countries—led by France—more than doubled.
At first glance, you might think that Zionism is doomed. But the dire warnings are a false alarm.
Sammy Yahood is the example of courage his generation didn’t know they needed.
Antisemitism may serve as a powerful push for individual Jews. But without a personal pull, the majority will stay put in the Diaspora.
“My family asks if I’m worried about being in Israel during a time of war, about serving in the army now, but for me, this feels like the most important time to serve.”
War, uncertainty, and antisemitism drive Jewish people worldwide back to their homeland – Israel’s doors are wide open.
Anna symbolizes the beautiful Israeli woman. At 21, she immigrated without her family to join the IDF. Today, she serves in the reserves and is planning her future here.
Israel’s top diplomat noted a rise in immigration from France and Britain amid surging global antisemitism.
There was a 350% increase in French Jews opening aliyah files.
