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Israel Online · Oct 18, 2026

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Europe's Migrant Population Surges 67%, Raising Questions for Israel Europe's international migrant population grew by 40.8 million between 2000 and 2024, an increase of approximately 67%, according to figures circulated in a recent report. The United Kingdom recorded an increase of 7.1 million migrants, followed by Spain with 6.8 million and Germany with 6.4 million. For Israel, the demographic changes are particularly relevant as European governments debate immigration, integration, antisemitism and the security of Jewish communities. The figures also highlight the importance of Israel as a national homeland and potential refuge for Jews facing growing insecurity abroad.

*Europe's Migrant Population Surges 67%, Raising Questions for Israel* Europe's international migrant population grew by 40.8 million between 2000 and 2024, an increase of approximately 67%, according to figures circulated in a recent report. The United Kingdom recorded an increase of 7.1 million migrants, followed by Spain with 6.8 million and Germany with 6.4 million. For Israel, the demographic changes are particularly relevant as European governments debate immigration, integration, antisemitism and the security of Jewish communities. The figures also highlight the importance of Israel as a national homeland and potential refuge for Jews facing growing insecurity abroad.

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