Which countries are most dangerous for Israelis - list
Insurance company Squaremouth assessed risks for solo travelers in 113 countries. Venezuela was named the most dangerous country. Israel ranked 68th with a risk score of 4.46 out of 10. The top ten riskiest countries also include Peru, Gabon, Colombia, Bolivia, Jamaica, Guyana, Ecuador, Trinidad and Tobago, and South Africa. Israel's National Security Council updated its recommendations for citizens abroad, highlighting countries with the highest threat level.
American insurance company Squaremouth conducted a study assessing risks for solo travelers in 113 countries based on several criteria, including healthcare accessibility, overall safety level, perceived safety by locals, and internet access quality. The most dangerous destination was Venezuela with a score of 9.74 out of 10 — less than 10% of its residents feel safe walking alone at night. Israel ranked 68th with a score of 4.46, behind the United States (37th) and Italy (45th). The top ten riskiest countries also include Peru, Gabon, Colombia, Bolivia, Jamaica, Guyana, Ecuador, Trinidad and Tobago, and South Africa. The safest countries were San Marino, Andorra, and Singapore. Separately, the article cites recommendations from Israel's National Security Council: travel to Iran, Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq is prohibited by law, while Malaysia, Bangladesh, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Turkey, Jordan, and Egypt (including Sinai) are classified as high-threat countries where Israelis are advised not to travel.