
French Immigration Wave Continues with 128 New Arrivals in Israel
128 French immigrants landed at Ben Gurion Airport Monday, organized by the Jewish Agency, continuing a significant immigration surge to Israel since October 7.

128 French immigrants landed at Ben Gurion Airport Monday, organized by the Jewish Agency, continuing a significant immigration surge to Israel since October 7.
Israel welcomed a 19% increase in visitor arrivals in September 2026, though year-to-date totals are down 15% from last year.
Israeli right-wing groups call on PM Netanyahu to shutter France's Jerusalem consulate, citing French sanctions and alleged support for terrorism.
Israel's Ministry of Tourism showcased the country at Paris's IFTM travel exhibition, emphasizing culinary delights and increasing flight routes from France.
Israeli judoka Raz Hershko secured a gold medal at the 2026 Budapest Grand Slam, defeating France's Célia Cancan in the women's +78 kg final.
More than 20,000 immigrants arrived in Israel from nearly 100 countries in the past Jewish year, with Russia, France, and the U.S. sending the most newcomers.
Israel retaliates against UK sanctions by closing its Jerusalem consulate and expelling representatives, citing interference in its elections.
France, Germany, Italy, and the UK have condemned Israel's E1 settlement plans, urging withdrawal of tenders for 1,200 units.
Trump-style nationalism is surging globally, with France potentially following suit with a Le Pen reprise.
Five Jerusalem residents were arrested after police and Shin Bet exposed a terror cell recruited by operative Salah Hamouri from France.