Defense Minister Katz Urges Opposition Leader Lapid to Back IDF Budget Increase
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First reported by Mignews · 21 hours ago
What happened
Defense Minister Israel Katz has publicly urged Opposition Leader Yair Lapid to support an urgent budget increase for the IDF, citing critical security needs and warning of potential consequences for national security if the funding is delayed.
- 01Defense Minister Katz asked Lapid to support an urgent IDF budget increase.
- 02Katz cited reservist pay, border security, and munitions as key needs.
- 03He warned of direct consequences for IDF readiness and citizen security.
- 04Katz stated the funds are available but require Knesset legislation.
- 05He recalled Lapid's past support for budget requests during COVID-19.
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