Israel's soaring population: Promised Land running out of room?

Today's population of 8.4 million is forecast to reach 15.6 million by 2059 and 20.6 million in a high case scenario.

Jewish Youths in Israel wave flags and stand atop a hill. The author recalls his own young days in Zionist youth groups.

Jewish Youths in Israel wave flags and stand atop a hill. The author recalls his own young days in Zionist youth groups.

(photo credit: REUTERS)

ByREUTERS

SEPTEMBER 26, 2015 03:51

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