Can non-Jews become Israeli citizens? 15:56 2009- 1- 1

Yes, the founding of Israel is to provide a much-needed home for Jews who have been persecuted in other places for a long time. The Declaration of Independence clearly states: "The State of Israel will open its doors to all Jewish immigrants and is willing to become a gathering place for all exiles." The Unification Law (promulgated in 1950) implements this principle, legally endows every Jew with the right to immigrate to Israel and live permanently, and provides asylum for all persecuted and displaced Jews. Therefore, all Jews have the right to return to their historic homes and become Israeli citizens.

The unification law is not discriminatory and does not prevent any non-Jew from obtaining Israeli citizenship. Non-Jews can obtain Israeli citizenship according to other relevant laws.