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Israel Faces Growing Exodus of Citizens, With Nearly 1 Million Living Abroad

Israel is facing a significant "brain drain" with nearly one million citizens living abroad and a declining rate of return. Recent years have seen a widening gap between those leaving and returning, prompting calls for a national strategy that addresses practical reintegration challenges beyond financial incentives.

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What happened

  1. 01Nearly one million Israelis live abroad, with a declining return rate.
  2. 02Recent years show a significant net outflow of Israeli citizens.
  3. 03Practical challenges like employment and schooling hinder return.
  4. 04Family ties and quality of life are key factors for returnees.
  5. 05Knesset calls for a national program to facilitate citizen returns.
Translated and summarized by baba from Channel 9, the latest report. Read Channel 9’s original

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