Friday, September 22, 2006

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

Population of Israel: 6,990,700 (Foreign Ministry)
On the eve of Rosh Hashana 5767, the population of Israel stands at 6,990,700, including 5,313,800 Jews and 1,377,100 Arabs. In 2005, the number of native Israelis was 3.7 million. The largest country of origin is the former Soviet Union with 1.177m. (242,000 born in Israel), followed by Morocco with 492,000 (337,000 born in Israel).

New Year's Greetings from the Prime Minister of Israel (Prime Minister's Office)

New Year's Greetings from the President of the United States (White House)

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