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Netanyahu Asks Lapid for Support Amid IDF Budget Crisis
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asked opposition leader Yair Lapid for support in securing additional funding for the IDF, which is facing a severe budget crisis. Lapid agreed to support increased defense spending but proposed alternative funding sources instead of tax hikes, while military officials warn of operational readiness being threatened.
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- Netanyahu seeks Lapid's backing for increased IDF funding amid budget crisis.
- Lapid supports defense spending but opposes tax hikes for funding.
- IDF faces critical budget shortage, impacting operations and readiness.
- Military seeks budget increase from 144 billion to 183 billion shekels.
- Procurement deals and equipment replacement are threatened by the crisis.
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