Holocaust Survivors Immigrating to Israel: A Look at the Numbers Since October 7th
As part of International Holocaust Remembrance Day 2025, the Ministry of Aliyah and Integration has released data revealing how many Holocaust survivors have made aliyah (immigrated) to Israel since the outbreak of the Iron Swords War.


Since the war began in October 2023, a total of 68 Holocaust survivors have immigrated to Israel. Among these, 18 arrived in 2023, while 50 more have made aliyah in 2024. The data underscores a significant and moving chapter in Israel’s history as survivors of the Holocaust, now in their advanced years, seek to rebuild their lives in the Jewish state. This comes as a poignant reminder of Israel's ongoing commitment to providing refuge to Jewish people worldwide, particularly those who survived the atrocities of the Holocaust.
The majority of these immigrants have come from Russia, which accounted for the highest number, with 36 survivors making the journey. Other countries with notable numbers of survivors relocating to Israel include France with 13, Ukraine with 8, the United States with 6, Germany with 3, and Canada with 2. The oldest among them is 98 years old, with the ages of the survivors ranging from 81 to 98 years old. Of these immigrants, 35 are women, and 33 are men, each carrying their unique stories and experiences from a history of unimaginable hardship.
Netanya has emerged as the most popular destination for these Holocaust survivors, with 9 choosing to settle there. Other cities across Israel, including Ashdod, Nahariya, Haifa, Karmiel, Jerusalem, Be'er Sheva, Ra'anana, Holon, Rehovot, and Bat Yam, have also welcomed survivors into their communities.
Minister of Aliyah and Integration, Ofir Sofer, expressed the country’s open-hearted welcome to those who choose to immigrate, especially Holocaust survivors. “We welcome everyone who chooses to immigrate to Israel with open arms,” Sofer said. He further emphasized that the Ministry offers a full support package, which includes priority for public housing, financial grants, and other benefits, ensuring these survivors can live with dignity and peace in their new home.
This remarkable influx of Holocaust survivors, especially during such a challenging time, is a testament to Israel’s commitment to ensuring that the legacy of those who suffered during the Holocaust is honored and preserved for future generations.