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Ongoing Story· Day 2

Netanyahu Explores Blockchain as Sanction Alternative Amid Growing International Pressure

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The Jerusalem PostPolitics

Eisenkot Warns Netanyahu's Crypto Plan Could Ruin Israel

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Yashar party chairman Gadi Eisenkot released a campaign video criticizing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plan for alternative financial mechanisms, calling it "Bibicoin." Eisenkot warned the proposal could lead to an economy like North Korea and Iran, destroying Israel's high-tech sector, healthcare, and security. The Bank of Israel stated that digital currencies cannot circumvent sanctions and stressed the importance of maintaining international economic relations.

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  • Gadi Eisenkot warned Prime Minister Netanyahu's "Bibicoin" plan could destroy Israel's economy.
  • Eisenkot's campaign video claimed the plan would create an economy like North Korea and Iran.
  • The plan, involving blockchain technology, is seen as a response to international sanctions.
  • Netanyahu acknowledged blockchain would be part of his plan for an alternative economy.
  • The Bank of Israel stated digital currencies cannot circumvent sanctions on Israel.

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