Bangladesh restores ‘except Israel’ wording on passports The Muslim-majority country forbids its citizens from traveling to the Jewish state. JNS Staff April 15, 2025
Maldives bans Israeli passport holders amid Gaza conflict The move follows parliamentary approval and growing domestic pressure. Joshua Marks April 15, 2025
Israeli passport ranked 19th strongest in the world Israeli passport holders can now enter 170 countries without a visa, according to The Henley Passport Index. JNS Staff Jan. 16, 2025
A vision for Jerusalem during Trump’s next term Here are five suggested measures the incoming administration can take to solidify previous advances and promote security in the region. Chaim Silberstein and Rabbi Steven Pruzansky Dec. 18, 2024
Maldives delays travel ban over Palestinians who hold Israeli passports “The biggest concern is that there are many Palestinians with Israeli passports, millions of them. What happens when we impose a blanket ban?” Attorney General Ahmed Usham said. June 18, 2024
Maldives bans Israelis over war in Gaza In the wake of Maldives' announcement, Israel's Foreign Ministry warned its citizens against visiting the island tourist destination. June 3, 2024
Top Hungarian diplomat confirms Budapest issued passports to five hostages Peter Szijjártó told JNS that three were released, one died in Gaza and the fifth is hopefully still alive. Mike Wagenheim Feb. 8, 2024
Israelis can now travel to US without a visa It is the only Middle East country to be added to the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, joining 40 other nations. Oct. 20, 2023
Israel enters US Visa Waiver Program "This decision shows the strong ties between the two countries,” said acting U.S. Ambassador to Jerusalem Stephanie Hallett. Amichai Stein Sept. 27, 2023
