Israel

West Asia, Israel
Israel

People from Israel are called:

Male/General:

Israeli

Pronunciation:

/ɪzˈreɪli/

Quick Facts

Population:
9,842,015 (2024 est.)
Country:
Israel
Region:
West Asia

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Etymology & Origin

From Hebrew 'Yisra'el', meaning 'he who struggles with God'. The demonym is 'Israeli'.

About Israel

  • Capital city: Jerusalem (disputed).
  • Jewish-majority state established in 1948.
  • Technologically advanced economy, 'Start-Up Nation'.
  • Home to holy sites for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
  • Parliamentary democracy in the Middle East.

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