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Smotrich unveils compensation plan for businesses hit by extortion
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First reported by Ynet · Jun 23, 2026
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Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich is advancing a 30 million shekel compensation plan for businesses damaged by extortion and left uncovered by insurance. The scheme, developed with MK Zvi Sukkot, will go to the government and then public comment, and it is meant to encourage police complaints and strengthen deterrence.
- 01The Finance Ministry drafted a compensation plan for extortion victims not covered by insurance.
- 02The scheme allocates 30 million shekels and will first run for up to six months.
- 03Eligible businesses must report extortion to police and prove direct physical damage.
- 04Smotrich called support for victims a national interest.
- 05Sukkot said north Israel tours exposed severe distress among business owners.
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