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Israel Ranks Eighth in Happiness Index Amid War Strain

3/29/2026

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Israel ranks eighth in the 2026 World Happiness Index, despite emotional strain from war.
The happiest group is young Israelis under 25, ranking third globally.
The report attributes resilience to strong family ties and community support.
Public trust in state institutions is declining, and Israel is 107th in perceived corruption.
Experts suggest the ranking may decline further in future assessments due to the ongoing war's impact.

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Story summary

Israel ranks eighth in the 2026 World Happiness Index, despite emotional strain from war.
The happiest group is young Israelis under 25, ranking third globally.
The report attributes resilience to strong family ties and community support.
Public trust in state institutions is declining, and Israel is 107th in perceived corruption.
Experts suggest the ranking may decline further in future assessments due to the ongoing war's impact.