Israel

Israel is a parliamentary democracy, located in Western Asia. Judaism is the predominant religion. Its capital is Jerusalem. About 10.1 million people live there (2025).

Capital

Jerusalem

Population

10,122,800 (2025)

Region

Asia (Western Asia)

Area

20,770 km²

Demonym

Israeli

Languages

Hebrew (modern), Arabic

Form of Government

Parliamentary democracy

Religion

Judaism (73.5%)
Islam (18.1%)
Christianity (1.9%)

Currency

Israeli new shekel (ILS)

GDP

$610.8B (2025)