Citizens of Israel are individuals who hold legal citizenship in the country, which was established in 1948. The population is diverse, including Jewish, Arab, Druze, and other minority groups. Hebrew and Arabic are the official languages, reflecting the cultural and linguistic variety within the nation. The rights and responsibilities of Israeli citizens include voting in elections, serving in the military, and participating in civic life. The country has a parliamentary democracy, and citizens enjoy freedoms such as speech, assembly, and religion, although these rights can sometimes be influenced by ongoing regional conflicts.