War's Economic Toll: Israel Pays Billions in Compensation
Translated & summarized from Al-Shams by baba
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- National Insurance paid over 9 billion shekels to victims and families.
- Displaced persons and returnees received nearly 8 billion shekels.
- Over 87,000 people recognized as victims since October 7.
- More than 40,000 individuals assigned disability ratings.
- Psychological injuries account for the majority of disability cases.
- 4.2 billion shekels allocated for unemployment and leave benefits.
New figures reveal the substantial financial impact of the ongoing conflict on Israel's National Insurance Institute. The institute has disbursed over 9 billion shekels to individuals injured in operations, families of the deceased, and those taken captive, along with their relatives. Payments related to displaced persons and their return home have approached 8 billion shekels. Since October 7, more than 87,000 individuals have been officially recognized as having suffered damages due to the hostilities. Among these, over 40,000 have been assigned disability ratings. Notably, 34,878 of these disability cases are psychological injuries, contrasted with 3,171 physical injuries and 2,355 cases involving both physical and psychological harm. The data also indicates approximately 4.2 billion shekels were allocated for unemployment and leave during the fighting periods. These figures underscore the immense strain the war has placed on the National Insurance Institute's systems, particularly concerning reservists, social support, compensation, and injury claims.
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