Israel’s Foreign Minister, Gideon Sa’ar, has issued an urgent public call encouraging Jewish communities in the United Kingdom, France, Australia and Canada to consider making aliyah — immigration to Israel — citing growing security concerns and rising antisemitism in parts of the diaspora.
Speaking from Jerusalem, Sa’ar described Israel as the safest long-term environment for Jews worldwide, emphasizing the state’s responsibility as both a national homeland and a refuge amid increasing hostility toward Jewish communities abroad.
The call follows a series of recent antisemitic incidents across Western countries, including attacks on synagogues, Jewish schools, and community centers, as well as rising anti-Jewish rhetoric linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Security analysts have warned that Jewish communities in Europe, North America and Oceania are facing heightened risks, particularly in major urban centers.
Israeli officials say the appeal is not meant to pressure diaspora Jews but to highlight Israel’s role as a secure destination for those who feel threatened or marginalized. The Foreign Ministry stressed that Israel continues to invest heavily in national security, economic resilience and immigrant absorption programs to support new arrivals.
Aliyah has historically surged during periods of heightened antisemitism abroad. Data from Israel’s Ministry of Aliyah and Integration shows increased inquiries from Jewish families in Europe and North America over the past year, particularly following violent incidents and demonstrations targeting Jewish symbols and institutions.
Jewish organizations in the affected countries have expressed mixed reactions, with some acknowledging growing security challenges while others emphasizing the importance of protecting Jewish life and civil rights within their home countries.
Israel maintains that the decision to immigrate remains a personal one, but officials insist the message is clear: Israel stands ready to receive Jews seeking safety, stability and national belonging.
