Budget
Government submits 2026 budget to Knesset, Smotrich vows passage despite rifts
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said that the government was "determined to pass it [the state budget] on first reading,” during a press conference at the Knesset on Monday.
Gov’t faces one-week deadline to pass first reading of state budget amid haredi draft bill threats
Shas threatens to vote down 2026 state budget if haredi draft law not passed
Defense Ministry director-general says Israel returned too quickly to pre-Oct. 7 budget approach
Israel advocacy is an additional Iron Dome for our national security - opinion
We cannot afford to neglect advocacy. This is precisely how the Civil Advocacy Headquarters was founded. But without financial backing from the state, it is fighting a losing battle from the outset.
Treasury official to Post: 'rehabilitating North and South difficult without budget'
Treasury official to Post: The continuing budget has the advantage of slowing expenditure, which moderates the deficit, but this comes with uncertainty and limits on the government to plan and act.
Your Taxes: Surly surtax
As part of the 2025 budget tax package, the Knesset passed an amendment that expands and increases what is sometimes known as the “Rich Man’s Tax” on high-income taxpayers.
Smotrich to haredim – don’t condition budget on IDF draft bill
Smotrich argued that the haredi parties should support the budget regardless – and then could topple the government over the draft, if they wished.
How to teach teens smart money habits and budgeting - opinion
Discover practical tips for teaching teens financial responsibility, from saving strategies to budgeting skills, for a secure future.
2024 deficit 6.9% of GDP, 2025 budget must be passed, says accountant-general
The provisional budget is much lower than the proposed budget for 2025, and it is impossible to continue to function over time without passing the 2025 budget, the accountant-general said.
Ben-Gvir agrees to vote with coalition after alleged ‘progress’ in budget negotiations
According to the statement, the Prime Minister instructed the parties to reach finalized agreements within seven days.
Future of the IDF: Nagel Commission issues report on transforming military
Its mandate did not include anything relating to probing the Oct. 7 failure, rather only a forward-looking view to preparing the IDF for the future.
Netanyahu's hospital visit highlights Knesset drama amid coalition instability - opinion
Netanyahu's Knesset appearance after surgery highlights coalition fragility amid protests, Ben-Gvir’s rebellion, and opposition resistance, raising questions about Israel’s political stability.
Majority of Israelis support dismissal of Ben-Gvir after Trapped Profits Law vote - poll
Among Likud voters, opinions are divided: 35% support Ben-Gvir's dismissal, 40% oppose it, and 25% remain undecided.
