Gilad Kariv warns of a 'tsunami' of Israeli emigration as 90,000 citizens leave the country in 2025.
MK Gilad Kariv warned that Israel is facing a "tsunami" of emigration, following a new study from Tel Aviv University showing that over 90,000 Israelis left the country for at least three consecutive months in 2025. The study indicates a significant increase in migration compared to a decade ago, with nearly 270,000 people leaving the country between 2023 and 2025. Kariv criticized the current government's lack of a comprehensive plan to address the trend, describing the current coalition's attitude as dismissive. He noted that the emigration of highly skilled professionals, such as doctors, engineers, and academics, represents a strategic threat to the nation's economy and security. Researchers at Tel Aviv University, including Prof. Itai Ater, noted that while the current figures do not yet pose an immediate risk to Israel's resilience, a continued trend of migration could eventually endanger key industries like high-tech and healthcare. The study emphasizes the need for up-to-date data to help the government understand the scope of the implications for the Israeli economy and society.