Iraqi Jews in Israel

Iraqi Jews in Israel
Total population
(250,000[1] - 450,000[2])
Regions with significant populations
Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and many other places.
Languages
Hebrew (Main language for all generations);
Older generation: Arabic language
Religion
Judaism

Iraqi Jews in Israel are immigrants and descendants of the immigrants of the Iraqi Jewish communities, who now reside within the state of Israel. They number around 450,000.[3]

History

In the 20th century, Iraqi Jews played an important role in the early days of Iraq's independence. Between 1950-52, 120,000-130,000 of the Iraqi Jewish community (around 75%) were transported to Israel in Operation Ezra and Nehemiah.[4]

Notable people

See also

References


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