Finance Ministry
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
Finance, Defense ministries to establish c'mtee to expand resources for wounded IDF soldiers
The state of the Israeli economy - opinion
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.
Government, labor associations announce compensation for businesses amid Iran war
The plan had previously applied to specific areas impacted by the Israel-Hamas war.
Almost 15,000 homes damaged by Iranian attacks, thousands evacuated
Some 24 buildings were identified as needing to be demolished following damage from Iranian strikes, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said.
Israel's economy must function amid Iran attacks, chairman of umbrella business org says
“The Israeli economy has been operating for nearly two years in a state of war and has gained significant experience in handling emergency situations."
'Allies don't sanction allies': Finance Minister Smotrich unfazed by UK sanctions - interview
“There will be a very strong response toward these countries, the Palestinian Authority, and steps which will significantly strengthen Israel's presence in Judea and Samaria."
Smotrich orders cancellation of waiver on cooperation with Palestinian banks
This move could effect the collapse of the PA.
