Story perspectives

Israel Welcomes Record 1,100 North American Immigrants in August

8/28/2026

Summary

Story summary

Nefesh B’Nefesh reported a record of more than 1,100 North American immigrants arrived in August 2026 (Jpost).
i24news reported over 2,000 North American made aliyah this summer, with over 1,000 in August.
The wave comprised roughly 1,100 singles, 480 families, 250 retirees, average age 29.
Aliyah Minister Ofir Sofer said the newcomers will strengthen Israel socially, economically and security-wise.
Rabbi Yehoshua Fass called the influx a “Zionist shot in the arm.”

1 of 1

Story summary

Nefesh B’Nefesh reported a record of more than 1,100 North American immigrants arrived in August 2026 (Jpost).
i24news reported over 2,000 North American made aliyah this summer, with over 1,000 in August.
The wave comprised roughly 1,100 singles, 480 families, 250 retirees, average age 29.
Aliyah Minister Ofir Sofer said the newcomers will strengthen Israel socially, economically and security-wise.
Rabbi Yehoshua Fass called the influx a “Zionist shot in the arm.”