‘I don't recognise the country I grew up in anymore’: Some Israelis tempted by exile
Summary
Since 2023, about 50,000 young, highly educated Israelis are leaving the country each year. This "brain drain" is seen as a response to political changes under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government rather than economic problems.Key Facts
- Around 50,000 Israeli graduates, mostly doctors and engineers under the age of 40, leave Israel each year since 2023.
- The increase in departures began after a judicial reform bill in January 2023 that limited the Supreme Court’s powers.
- The political situation, including conflicts and government policies, is the main reason for this emigration.
- The Israeli economy relies heavily on its skilled workers because it lacks natural resources like oil.
- Many Israelis worry about their future and question raising children in Israel under current conditions.
- The political shift has also led to international academic boycotts affecting Israeli researchers.
- The October 27, 2026, elections could increase emigration if the right-wing coalition stays in power.
- Individuals like a 32-year-old product manager in the AI industry are considering leaving with their families due to political concerns.
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