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MUST WATCH: Magnificent Bnei Akiva teens greet French immigrants at Ben Gurion

In a heartwarming display of solidarity, Bnei Akiva teens came to Ben Gurion Airport to welcome French Jews who just made Aliya. 

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French Jews arrive in Israel, 18 November 2024 (Photo: Screenshot from video)

As rockets lit up Israel's skies, a different kind of light shone at Ben Gurion Airport tonight - the beaming faces of 74 French Jews who chose to make Israel their home despite the ongoing conflict.

Immigration Minister Ofir Sofer joined local Bnei Akiva youth movement members in welcoming the new arrivals, who were greeted with Israeli flags, traditional dances, and heartfelt embraces. The Lod chapter youth members turned the arrival hall into an impromptu celebration.

Honestly, it's everything we needed today – Moments like these, when the true spirit of Israel and Israelis shines through, and it makes all of us prouder than ever to be Jewish and to live in this magnificent land.

Welcome home!

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Brand new French Olim are greeted at the airport
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