The ministry reported that a total of 18,696 immigrants came from 103 countries, with Russia, the United States, and France accounting for the largest numbers. 

DeLuca said his move followed years of planning that began after his first visit to Israel two decades ago.

'We expect that thousands of people will immigrate to Israel from Ukraine.'

'Each and every oleh brings a world of their own to Israel – culturally, ideologically, and professionally, as they strengthen the Jewish nation,' said Rabbi Yehoshua Fass.

Israel is the only country to have revived an unspoken language and establish it as its national tongue.

While Arab terror attacks in Israel mount, Aliyah from America continues to increase sharply. Many Americans considering immigration feel that Israel is actually safer than many American cities.