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Iran war has cost Israel $11.5 billion in budgetary expenses, Finance Ministry says
The costs largely match US estimates of its own expenditures during the war, while Iran has estimated its war losses at $145 billion.
Knesset approves 2026 state budget in final votes, avoids early elections
High Court orders new vote on NIS 98m haredi school funding transfer
Knesset advances compensation for businesses impacted by war, benefits for reservists
Netanyahu's 'Sparta' metaphor obscures Israel's wartime economic reality - analysis
Even with boycotts, sanctions, and embargoes making life harder, Israel will continue trading, innovating, and exporting, at the same time as it develops greater self-reliance.
Smotrich leads economic-diplomatic delegation to India
During the visit, the delegation is expected to advance a series of economic cooperation agreements between Israel and India, paving the way to deepen bilateral ties and expand mutual investments.
Finance, Defense ministries to establish c'mtee to expand resources for wounded IDF soldiers
A new public committee, led by senior medical experts, will oversee an expanded national response for wounded IDF soldiers, with a focus on psychological care and integration.
The state of the Israeli economy - opinion
One major difficulty when evaluating Israel’s current economic situation is the lack of concrete data about the government’s operational plans regarding the war in Gaza.
Gov't approves proposal for mass increase in budget to Defense Ministry
The decision came with major opposition from ministers who were strongly against the government’s move.
Finance Minister Smotrich rejects compensating Israelis stranded outside Israel during Iran war
Finance Committee opposed the decision and called on Netanyahu to readdress the issue.
IDF backtracks after widespread texts for reservists to reimburse gov't vacation vouchers
The military’s retraction letter followed reports of text messages sent nationwide on Tuesday, informing reservists using government vouchers to return the money.
From Tel Aviv to Haifa in 30 minutes: Israel Railways to launch high-speed line by 2029
According to the Transportation Ministry, trains on the new line will be capable of speeds up to 250 kilometers per hour.
Israel to boost defense spending by NIS 42 b. in light of multi-front wars
The Director-General of the ministry, Maj.-Gen. Amir Baram said that this move would allow the ministry to replenish consumed stocks of weapons and ammunition.
Gov't launches project to rebuild homes destroyed by Iranian missiles
The project will consolidate costs for home renovations across an apartment complex, aiming to reduce the overall cost to residents and the state.
