First publication: Israel prepares for massive absorption of Jewish immigration from France

Minister of Aliyah and Integration Ofir Sofer said in a government meeting that in light of the riots in France, a plan must be prepared for the massive absorption of Jews. Minister Orit Strock said that Jews are afraid to walk the streets. Prime Minister Netanyahu instructed Ministers Sofer, Smotrich, and Shikli to prepare a combined plan. Since the beginning of the year, nearly 4,000 Jews have immigrated from France, a 40% increase compared to last year.

Israel is preparing for a massive wave of Jewish immigration from France, against the backdrop of violent riots in the country. Minister of Aliyah and Integration Ofir Sofer said in a government meeting that "in light of the riots in France, we need to prepare a plan for the massive absorption of Jews." Minister Orit Strock added that "Jews are currently afraid to walk the streets. We need to prepare for the possibility that they will try to harm them." Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu instructed Ministers Sofer, Smotrich, and Shikli to prepare a combined plan. Since the beginning of the year, nearly 4,000 Jews have immigrated from France, a 40% increase compared to last year. The riots in France, which began as a student protest over study conditions, have turned into violent clashes. According to the French Education Minister, 24 schools were set on fire or looted, and 78 staff members were injured. More than 5,000 people have been arrested, about 85% of them minors. The article reports on Israeli government preparations, directly quoting the ministers, and provides context on the wave of protests in France.