Over 100 new immigrants from France arrive in Israel on Families Flight

Over 140 new immigrants from France, including 80 children, arrived in Israel on a special “Families Flight” organized by the Aliyah and Integration Ministry and The Jewish Agency for Israel, in partnership with the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem (ICEJ). The group, which included three sets of twins and an 85-year-old woman whose children already reside in Israel, was welcomed at Ben-Gurion Airport with Israeli flags, music, and dancing by representatives from the Aliyah and Integration Ministry, ICEJ, and youth movements.
Aliyah and Integration Minister Ofir Sofer expressed pride in the arrival of young families choosing to make Aliyah to Israel, emphasizing the reforms implemented to ease the integration process. These include programs for students, streamlined professional licensing, and housing solutions. “Above and beyond all the reforms stands the great Israeli spirit, and that depends on all of us,” Sofer said, welcoming the new arrivals as they began their new lives in the State of Israel.
Jewish Agency Chairman Maj. Gen. (Res.) Doron Almog highlighted the significance of Aliyah as the “growth engine of the State of Israel.” He noted the emotional impact of seeing children excited to board the plane in France and step off as Israeli citizens, alongside parents who choose to start a new life despite challenges. “Every family that arrives strengthens the State of Israel,” Almog said, underscoring the mission to ensure newcomers feel at home.
Dr. Jürgen Bühler, president of the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem (ICEJ), praised the increase in Aliyah from France, calling it “deeply moving for Israel” and “especially encouraging given the country’s ongoing security challenges.” His organization expressed honor in supporting the new immigrants, reflecting a broader international interest in the Jewish state’s future.
Since October 7, the number of olim from France has risen sharply, with Israel welcoming 1,097 new French immigrants in 2023. This trend underscores the resilience of the Jewish community and the enduring appeal of Israel as a homeland. The arrival of these families highlights the intersection of personal choice, national identity, and the broader geopolitical landscape, as communities worldwide continue to engage with the implications of Jewish settlement and statehood.

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