Israel Prepares for Mass Immigration From France Amid Riots
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
Israel is preparing for a significant influx of Jewish immigrants from France due to widespread riots there. Ministers have called for a comprehensive plan to absorb potential new arrivals, citing fears for Jewish safety. This comes as nearly 4,000 Jews have already immigrated from France this year, a 40% rise. The riots, which began over educational conditions, have led to violence, school damage, and thousands of arrests.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israel is preparing for a massive wave of Jewish immigration from France due to ongoing riots.
- Nearly 4,000 Jews have immigrated from France in 2023, a 40% increase from last year.
- Ministers expressed concern for the safety of Jews in France and the need for an absorption plan.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered ministers to develop a joint government plan for immigration.
- The riots in France have affected 735 schools and led to over 5,000 arrests, mostly minors.
Israel is preparing to absorb a significant wave of Jewish immigration from France due to the ongoing widespread riots in the country. During a government meeting, Minister of Aliyah and Integration Ofir Sofer stated that "in light of the riots in France, we need to prepare a plan for massive immigration of Jews." Minister Orit Struk echoed these concerns, adding, "Jews are currently afraid to walk in the streets; we must prepare for the possibility that they will try to harm them."
Following these statements, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu instructed Ministers Sofer, Bezalel Smotrich, and Amichai Chikli to formulate a joint government plan. This governmental preparation comes against the backdrop of an existing trend: nearly 4,000 Jews have already immigrated from France since the beginning of the year, a 40% increase compared to the previous year.
The concerns for the safety of the Jewish community are intensifying due to the escalating student protests in France. These protests, which began in Paris over educational conditions, have spread to other cities like Marseille, Nantes, and Montpellier. The demonstrations have turned violent. According to the French Minister of National Education 24 schools were set on fire or looted, and 78 staff members were injured. The Minister of Justice reported that 735 out of approximately 3,700 schools nationwide have been affected by the riots, with over 5,000 people arrested so far, 85% of whom are minors.
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