Israel's Population Growth Slows as Fertility Rates Decline Across Religious Groups

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Israel's population growth is slowing down due to declining fertility rates among all religious groups. The average fertility rate for Jewish, Muslim, Christian, and Druze women has decreased. The report also highlights the impact of immigration from Russia following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. A significant demographic shift involves a group of immigrants from the former Soviet Union who are not classified by religion. The report also mentions the rise in fertility treatments in Israel, including IVF.

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