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Israel Considers 3,000 Foreign Workers Amid Truck Driver Crisis

2/25/2026

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The Knesset Special Committee on Foreign Workers met to address a truck driver shortage in Israel.
Representatives from ministries claimed no shortage, while others argued thousands of drivers are needed for projects like the Tel Aviv metro.
MK Ety Hava Atia highlighted delays in issuing heavy vehicle licenses caused by ministry conflicts.
The committee is considering up to 3,000 foreign workers to alleviate the shortage and streamline driver health assessments.

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The Knesset Special Committee on Foreign Workers met to address a truck driver shortage in Israel.
Representatives from ministries claimed no shortage, while others argued thousands of drivers are needed for projects like the Tel Aviv metro.
MK Ety Hava Atia highlighted delays in issuing heavy vehicle licenses caused by ministry conflicts.
The committee is considering up to 3,000 foreign workers to alleviate the shortage and streamline driver health assessments.