Ethiopia's last Jews dream of visa for Israel
Summary
Ethiopia has one of the oldest Jewish communities called Beta Israel. Many were airlifted to Israel in the 1970s-1990s, but a few thousand still live in difficult conditions in Ethiopia, hoping for visas to join their families in Israel.Key Facts
- Beta Israel is an ancient Jewish community in Ethiopia, possibly descended from the Queen of Sheba and King Solomon.
- Thousands were airlifted to Israel during Operations Solomon and Moses between the 1970s and 1990s.
- Around a few thousand Ethiopian Jews remain in Ethiopia today.
- These remaining community members face poor living conditions and social exclusion.
- Many have sold property to live closer to Israeli consulates and embassy locations.
- They are still waiting for clear answers about obtaining visas to move to Israel.
- The Ethiopian Jewish community’s situation remains uncertain after more than 30 years.
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