Israel Urged to Prepare for French Jewish Immigration Amid Unrest
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
Israel's Aliyah Minister Ofir Sofer urged the government to prepare for a potential influx of French Jewish immigrants due to escalating unrest in France. The call came during a cabinet meeting where Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich supported funding for vulnerable immigrants and housing. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tasked Smotrich, Amichai Chikli, and Sofer with creating a joint plan. This year has already seen a 40% increase in immigration from France, with nearly 4,000 making aliyah.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israel's Aliyah Minister urged preparation for a potential wave of French Jewish immigrants.
- Escalating unrest and protests in France prompted the call for immigration readiness.
- Nearly 4,000 French Jews have already made aliyah this year, a 40% increase.
- The Prime Minister tasked ministers with developing a joint immigration absorption plan.
- Concerns were raised about potential anti-Jewish targeting amid the French protests.
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