Tsunami of emigration impacts Israel’s demographic future, experts say

An increasing number of Israelis are emigrating ahead of upcoming elections, reversing a long-standing trend. A study by the Israeli tax authority indicates that higher levels of emigration in 2023 and 2024 are largely from wealthier, educated individuals, driven by concerns over the hardline government’s policies and political climate. Nearly 270,000 Israelis have left in the past three years, with many citing insecurity and political direction as primary reasons for their departure.

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